The Wheeling Board of Trustees met Sept. 19 to review staff reports.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the board:
The board is the legislative branch of village government. Members meet at 6:30 p.m. on the first, third and fourth Mondays of each month.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF WHEELING COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS 60090 BOARD ROOM, 2 COMMUNITY BOULEVARD MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
CALL TO ORDER President Argiris called the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wheeling to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL FOR ATTENDANCE Clerk Simpson called the roll and the following Board members were present:
Dean Argiris Ken Brady Mary Papantos Joe Vito Mary Krueger Dave Vogel
Trustee Ray Lang informed the Board he would not be present.
Also present were: Jon Sfondilis, Village Manager; Mike Crotty, Assistant Village Manager; Jim Ferolo, Village Attorney; Mallory Milluzzi, Village Attorney; Michael Mondschain, Finance Director; Andrew Jennings, Community Development Director; John Melaniphy, Economic Development Director; Shari Huizar, Human Services Director; Mark Janeck Public Works Director; Chuck Spratt, Fleet Services Supervisor; Jamie Dunne, Police Chief; Keith MacIsaac, Fire Chief; and a representative of Journal & Topics newspaper.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of August 15, 2016
A motion was made by Trustee Brady and seconded by Trustee Vogel that the Regular Minutes of August 15, 2016 be approved as published.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Special Meeting of August 22, 2016
A motion was made by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Papantos that the Special Minutes of August 22, 2016 be approved as published.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA NONE
PROCLAMATIONS, CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTIONS AND AWARDS
Domestic Violence Awareness Month – October 2016
Clerk Simpson read the proclamation in its entirety.
CONSENT AGENDA NONE
CITIZENS CONCERNS & COMMENTS
Clerk Simpson requested that those planning to speak on the Senior Center will be moved to the end of the meeting after the presentation.
Trinity Bednarz (Middleton) communicated her concerns regarding Wheeling’s use of Round Up herbicide. President Argiris encouraged Ms. Bednarz to contact him.
STAFF REPORTS
Finance Director Michael Mondschain spoke about the Illinois Department Transportation audit on the use of 2013 Motor Fuel Tax Funds; the Village of Wheeling was compliant with all applicable laws.
Human Services Director Shari Huizar invited the Public to a “Medicare 101” presentation at the Senior Center on September 20th at 6:30 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Ordinance #5030 Granting Special Use-Site Plan Approval for Religious Assembly for Promise and Fulfillment Community Church at 5110-6360 Capitol Drive [Docket No. 2016-18]
Clerk Simpson read the resolution to the Board.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings described the request and outlined the conditions.
Jae Kim, member and representative of Promise and Fulfillment Community Church introduced the Pastors, Elder and church members.
Trustees Brady and Papantos questioned the tax percentage, bicycle parking and potential tenant space conflict. Ms. Kim clarified the property line and service times showing no conflict.
A motion was made by Trustee Brady and seconded by Trustee Vogel that Ordinance 5030 be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
B. Resolution #16-105 Authorizing the Village President and Clerk to Execute a Master License Agreement with Mobilitie, LLC Relative to the Installation of Personal Telecommunication Facilities on Village Property
Clerk Simpson read the resolution to the Board.
Village Attorney Mallory Milluzzi described the resolution.
Trustee Brady asked about the placement on street lights, back-up equipment footprint and potential interest from other companies; Trustee Brady asked Staff to keep an eye on the aesthetics.
Trustee Vito asked if Mobilitie is a subsidiary of a larger company. Petitioner representative was present and stated that they were hired by Sprint.
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Krueger that Resolution 16-105 be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved
C. Resolution #16-106 Authorizing Acceptance of a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration / Illinois Department of Transportation Grant Award Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (Step) Grant through Federal Fiscal Year 2017
Clerk Simpson read the resolution to the Board.
Police Chief Jamie Dunne outlined the resolution and clarified that road blocks would not be used.
Trustee Papantos asked about participation of neighboring communities.
Trustee Krueger asked if the amount related to last year.
A motion was made by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Papantos that Resolution 16- 106 be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved
D. Resolution #16-107 Approving Recertification for the Community Rating System
Clerk Simpson read the resolution to the Board.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings described the Program.
President Argiris noted the number of flood insurance policies and spoke about flood studies. President Argiris thanked Staff for staying on top of the regulations.
A motion was made by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Papantos that Resolution 16- 107 be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
E. PRESENTATION RE: Community Room
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis, Architect Jamie Zaura and W.B. Olson delivered the presentation. Village Manger Sfondilis informed the Board that some of the funding will come from reserves.
Trustee Brady expressed concern about the employee entrance and maximizing square footage of this project. Trustee Brady stated his support.
Trustee Krueger asked if senior functions would get priority scheduling for this space. Village Manager Jon Sfondilis confirmed they would.
Trustee Papantos asked about color-matching masonry. Ms. Zaura explained there is no new masonry. In response to public comments, Trustee Papantos asked Human Services Director Huizar about the number of Congregate Dining participants to which she stated there are approximately 25-40 per day.
Trustee Vogel asked about losing parking. Village Manager Sfondilis noted the dedication of the number of spaces on the west side of the building for Congregate Dining participants.
Trustee Vito and Brady inquired about sale proceeds.
CITIZENS CONCERNS & COMMENTS – COMMUNITY ROOM
Gerald Malin spoke about the Senior Commission goals and asked that when the facility is planned that some Commission members are involved with Staff to offer their perspective.
Joannie Purvin mentioned the different groups sharing the space and transportation. Ms. Purvin asked about adding more rooms to the dining area so we can stay in one facility or perhaps making use of the Park District building. Village Manager Sfondilis noted the integration of senior recreational services at the Park District. Ms. Purvin expressed concern about outreach to new people.
President Argiris provided statistics on current and future seniors in our community and encouraged the Board to move forward with our plans. President Argiris also noted that there’s still work to be done.
A Citizen expressed concern over the loss of social gatherings outside of dining and difficulty with transportation. President Argiris and Village Manger Sfondilis assured the Citizen that everything is still in the planning stages and that Staff is working with the Park district to integrate and improve services for seniors.
Bruce Simvak wanted to know what initiated the sale of the senior center and concern over the scattered sites for services. Village Manger Sfondilis explained that this is to improve services, not to reduce and clarified that this building is for Congregate Dining, not strictly a senior center.
President Argiris asked for a consensus giving direction to the Village Manager to move forward with the architectural plans with W.B. Olson on the construction hard cost for the Community room.
On the roll call the vote was:
YES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NO: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, direction was approved.
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS
Trustee Brady thanked those who donated to Helping Hands.
Trustee Vito noted that Taste of the Town was a very successful event.
Trustee Vogel reminded everyone about the Community Breakfast on October 8th.
Clerk Simpson announced the Historical Society event on September 25th at 1:30 and the Airport Noise Committee Meeting on September 27th at 6:30 p.m.
President Argiris noted the activity in recent weeks and thanked Staff and the Chamber of Commerce.
APPROVAL OF BILLS September 1-14, 2016
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Krueger that the bills in the amount of $2,707,812.55 be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
ADJOURNMENT
President Argiris asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. A motion was made by Trustee Papantos and seconded by Trustee Krueger that the meeting adjourns.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Brady, Krueger, Papantos, Vogel, Vito, & President Argiris NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 – Trustee Lang
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
ADJOURNMENT 7:38 p.m.
Elaine E. Simpson, Village Clerk
Approved this 17th day of October, 2016 by the President and Board of Trustees
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