VILLAGE OF ANTIOCH

BOARD OF TRUSTEES, REGULAR MEETING
Municipal Building: 874 Main Street, Antioch, Illinois

Municipal Building: 874 Main Street, Antioch, IL
June 7, 2004  

CALL TO ORDER Mayor Maravelas called the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees to order at 7:32 pm in the Municipal Building: 874 Main Street, Antioch, IL.
ROLL CALL Roll call indicated the following Trustees were present: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield Porch, Hanson and Turner. Also present were Mayor Maravelas, Attorney Long and Clerk Monroe.
MINUTES 05/17/2004 Trustee Porch, seconded by Trustee Turner, made a motion to approve the minutes from the May 17, 2004 meeting with the following corrections:

On page 4617: Change SME to SMC.
On page 4617: Change projects to Restroom project.
On page 4617: Change immediately to immediate.
On page 4618: Change $9,000 to $9,997.
On page 4619: Add the vote for purchasing signs.

On roll call the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

PETITIONS Bids – Trustee Pierce made a motion, seconded by Trustee Hanson, to accept the Street Improvement bids into record. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

MAYOR Breast Cancer 3-Day Donation – Mayor Maravelas stated that he had a letter from the cancer society and that each Board member will take the letter under their own advisement.
CLERK SWALCO Collection – Clerk Monroe provided information regarding SWALCO collections in Wauconda and Gurnee in July.
CITIZENS Dawn McCarty – Dawn McCarty, of 897 Tiffany Farms Road, stated that she was present on behalf of her daughter concerning the ordinance that banned electric scooters. She stated that her daughter saved up money and purchased an electric scooter last summer, which gave her, some freedom to go a little further than walking allows. She stated that she is 14 years old and can handle herself on a scooter than goes less than 15 mph. Ms. McCarty stated that Antioch is punishing her by taking away her rights to ride her scooter and feels that the scooter should be treated the same a bicycle or in-line skates. She sited injuries related to scooters and bicycles and stated that accidents can happen regardless of what type of vehicle is ridden. She asked the Board to reconsider the ordinance and perhaps implement a scooter registry so children can still ride the scooters.

Trustee Larson stated that Ms. McCarty made some good points and asked if an age requirement could be implemented.

Chief Fagan stated that Ms. McCarty referenced bicycles compared to electric scooters and stated that the rules for bicycles are sited in state statue. He also stated that the electric scooters are being manufactured faster than legislation can be written.

Trustee Larson stated that her problem is that they are sold in town but the Village has legislated for them to not be allowed in town and something needs to be done to accommodate residents.

Robert McCarty, of 897 Tiffany Farms Road, stated that electric scooters are the wave of the future and that they should be registered as bicycles. If people abuse them, then they should be punished.

Trustee Hanson stated that this ordinance would be reviewed under the Public Safety, Public Works and Utilities committee.

Barbara Porch – Barbara Porch, of 537 Longview, stated that she has lived at that address for 15 years and has come before the Board after following, what she believes is proper procedures, regarding the excessive water through her sump pump that she has been dealing with for the last 4 to 5 years. She stated that the excessive water does not have any thing to do with rainwater.

About 4 years ago, the Arbors of Windmill Creek was built and the land was elevated about 8 to 10 feet over the original height of the farm field the subdivision was built on. Ever since that time, quite a few of the homes on Longview have been experiencing water problems. She stated that flooding has occurred in the winter and the residents are afraid to leave their homes incase their sump pumps and back-up sump pumps fail.

She stated that she does not know if the excessive water is due to broken drain tiles or if there is another problem. She would like to know what is causing the excessive water and the residents of Longview do not have the resources to investigate the problem. Ms. Porch also stated that when these homes were built that there was not a Storm water Management Ordinance and water is being run into the street so something needs to change for that.

Tim Borries – Tim Borries, of 531 Longview, presented pictures to the Board showing standing water in yards along Longview and stated that it is an eyesore. He stated that storm drains are being put in, but they stop at his house, instead of continuing up Longview to the North.

Mr. Borries stated that before the subdivision was built, these water problems did not occur. He stated that he had to file a claim in December with his insurance, because his basement flooded. He is asking the Board for help with this problem. He stated that the logical answer to this problem is the Arbors of Windmill Creek.

Mr. Borries stated that Phil Small, another resident on Longview came before the Board before the Arbors was built and requested that the Board not allow the subdivision because this problem would occur.

Mayor Maravelas stated that it sounds as though it was bad engineering and that the staff engineer would look into it.

Trustee Pierce asked if the residents of Longview would allow the water to be drained into the wetlands that are behind their homes, to the South.

Trustee Pierce mentioned that because of the utilities behind their homes that would not be possible and that Superintendent of Public Works Smith is looking into running pipe from a storm drain further down Longview to the South.

Mayor Maravelas stated that Village staff would look into this.

James Cole – James Cole, of 285 Chestnut Street, thanked the Mayor and the Board of Trustees for putting up the railing at the Band Shell and stated that the Veterans appreciated the railing.

Jeremy Letkey – Jeremy Letkey, of 278 Sunset, stated that he had a flooding issue and passed out a picture packet to the Mayor and the Board of Trustees. He stated that his flooding issue was due to a blocked storm drain and showed some of the debris that he removed from the storm drain. Mr. Letkey stated that he understands that there were very heavy rains, when the flooding occurred and he does have a sloped driveway, but he has never experienced flooding in the two years he has lived in his home. He has been told by his neighbors that there has been flooding at this home in the past, but does not believe this flooding was the result of the heavy rains.

Mr. Letkey stated that he has extensive damage, due to the flooding on May 21, 2004 and May 22, 2004, including mold on his walls. He stated that he understands that the first night could have been due to the heavy rains but feels that if the drain would have been checked the flooding would not have occurred the second night. Mayor Maravelas stated that Public Works was at his home at 1:30 am on Saturday pumping water. Mr. Letkey stated that they did pump water from his driveway that morning. However, the one drain was blocked and the other drain couldn’t handle the flow of water.

Trustee Porch asked if the debris he showed was from inside the drain. Mr. Letkey stated that was correct. She asked if he took the grate off to get the debris. He stated he had. Trustee Porch stated that she had been to the drain the day before and she did not see any debris.

Mr. Letkey stated that he feels his flooding was a result of the blocked drain and that it is not acceptable.

Trustee Turner suggested that there be regular checks of the drains, including inside the drain.

Trustee Larson stated that if a citizen can take the grate off and clean the drain then Public Works should as well.

Trustee Hanson stated that Public Works does daily maintenance and that it would take a lot of manpower and the drains still would not be 100% clear.

Trustee Pierce stated that this item would be addressed further under the Engineering section of the agenda.

John and Dee Reeves – Dee Reeves, of 40414 Fox Drive, stated that the Village has had a sign ordinance for some time and was happy that the Village is going to take action to remove the signs. She also stated that she would be willing to help remove signs.

PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING Resolution 04-12 – Trustee Turner read the resolution and indicated that the effective date would be June 30, 2004. Trustee Turner made a motion, seconded by Trustee Larson, to approve resolution 04-12, entitled Policy Concerning Fee Payable Prior to Annexation of Property.

Trustee Hanson asked Director of Planning, Zoning and Building Silhan to explain the reasons behind this. Director Silhan stated that annexation is not an inherent right and there are a variety of situations where negotiations, regarding annexations, could occur.

Trustee Turner verified that it pertains to annexations only. Director Silhan responded that she is correct.

Trustee Porch asked why property zoned for other than residential is such a low cost. Director Silhan stated that the property may be assessed at a higher level so will most likely be bringing in a higher property tax and the benefit of sales tax. Trustee Porch asked if sales tax is received for all industry, for example if it was a storage shed. Trustee Larson stated that the price is negotiable, with c of Section 2.

Attorney Long explained that this was done as a resolution because it is not a law that binds staff or Village. He stated that as a condition of annexation, which the Village is not bound to take in property, there needs to be a justification as to why the Village would take in property. Trustee Porch stated that it doesn’t bind us, but what about the residents. Attorney Long stated that this gives advanced warning that they will have to come up with some cash if they want to become part of the Village.

Trustee Pierce stated that generally commercial properties are required to do their own maintenance, snow plowing, etc so the cost to the Village once the property is developed is less.

Trustee Larson stated that she feels it is an excellent resolution and that it is great that it says it is a privilege to be annexed to the Village.

Trustee Porch asked if an apartment building would be considered residential and they would have to pay per apartment. Director Silhan stated that is the policy that would be given, but that they could come before the Board to request something else.

Trustee Caulfield stated that he was concerned with the language in Section Two that there is the use of the word fee and then c says the fee can be replaced with a capital investment. He stated that he doesn’t think this is a very fair document and that there is a fee or there is not.

Attorney Long stated that this is a general structure and then there may be variances to what the resolution says. He then uses an example of a business in the County that is having trouble and asked if the Village would really want that type of business for only $2750.

Trustee Caulfield asked how the fees were created. Director Silhan stated that the fees in the other towns are less but that they are in a different tax base and development cycle. Trustee Caulfield asked if it is a guesstimate. Director Silhan stated that was correct, which is another reason he is proposing this as a resolution.

Trustee Pierce stated that it is almost as though this is a pre-impact fee. He stated that as soon as a developer brings in a concept there is a large cost to the Village and part of this fee is to help with those costs. He also suggested that perhaps a d should be added say something like, the petitioner may see relief based upon mutual benefits to the developers and the Village.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 5: Pierce, Larson, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 1: Caulfield
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-22 – Trustee Turner made a motion to approve the proposed fire department development impact fee increase from $60 to $200 per capita, PZB 04-05. Trustee Pierce seconded the motion.

Trustee Porch asked if the motion needed to include the increase for commercial construction. Trustee Larson stated that it is part of the proposal.

Senior Planner Sakas stated that there is a first reading of and ordinance that includes that the commercial increase.

Trustee Pierce withdrew his second and Trustee Turner withdrew her motion.

Attorney Long read the appropriate portion of the ordinance and stated that it would be effective June 30, 2004.

Trustee Turner made a motion, seconded by Trustee Pierce, to waive the second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-22, entitled AN ORDINANCE REPLACING VILLAGE CODE SECTION 11-3-11: OTHER DEVELOPER CASH CONTRIBUTIONS.

Trustee Hanson verified that the $0.10 for commercial was only for new construction. Mayor Maravelas stated that is correct.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-23 – Trustee Turner made a motion, seconded by Trustee Larson, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-23, entitled ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF RESUBDIVISION FOR LOT 5 IN RINEAR’S ACRE SUBDIVISION: FILE NO. PZB 03-08. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

PZB 04-14 – Trustee Turner made a motion to approve the proposed final plat for Clublands unit 2, PZB 04-14. Trustee Pierce seconded the motion.

Trustee Porch read Engineer Nyberg’s comments from the recommendation stating “I recommend that the Planning and Zoning Board approve the final plat but withhold recordation contingent upon resolution of the number of catch basins required” and suggested that the motion be amended to include that information. Trustee Pierce amended his second and Trustee Turner amended her motion.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Pierce thanked Rick Dalton, of Neumann Homes, for moving a boulder for that was placed in the Brooks Memorial Wetlands.

INDUSTRIAL, RETAIL, REDEVELOPMENT, CIVIC AND COMMUNICATIONS Other Business – Trustee Porch stated that the Economic Development Director position was advertised for and that applications are due before the end of the month.
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATOR Invoices over $10,000 – Trustee Caulfield asked Finance Director Steele to explain the bonds listed on the invoices over $10,000 item. Director Steele explained that these are bond interest payments.

Trustee Pierce asked what fund 23 is. Director Steele stated that it is the debt service fund.

Trustee Caulfield made a motion to authorize an invoice for L.W. Allen, in the amount of $35,000.00 for the SCADA. Trustee Turner seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Caulfield made a motion to authorize an invoice for Blue Cross Blue Shield, in the amount of $59,874.45 for health insurance for the month of June. Trustee Porch seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Caulfield made a motion to authorize an invoice for JP Morgan Chase Bank, in the amount of $34,662.50 for the 2002A Bond. Trustee Turner seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Caulfield made a motion to authorize an invoice for JP Morgan Chase Bank, in the amount of $50,025.00 for the 1998B Bond. Trustee Porch seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Caulfield made a motion to authorize an invoice for JP Morgan Chase Bank, in the amount of $47,850.00 for the 1998A Bond. Trustee Turner seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Accounts Payable – Trustee Caulfield asked if anyone had any questions for the Finance Director regarding the memo included in the packet. There were no questions so, Trustee Caulfield made a motion to approve the accounts payable in the amount of $362,940.34, as prepared by Village staff. Trustee Porch seconded the motion.

Trustee Larson asked for the time period of payments to Account Temps for Doug Rayborn. Finance Director Steele stated that she would research that question and e-mail the answer to the Trustees. Trustee Larson asked if in the future if the time frame could be included.

Trustee Larson asked why there were two payments to RicMar for $651.12. Director Steel explained that this new document shows both the payables and the receivables, which is the case here.

Trustee Caulfield stated that he asked if there were questions on the memo, because it explained how to read the warrant document. He also stated that during the last finance meeting there was discussion about the work being done to improve the information that the Trustees will receive.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Manual Checks – Trustee Caulfield made a motion to approve manual checks written to date for the water and sewer account in the amount of $780,815.52, the payroll account in the amount of $25,810.75 the Dolly Spiering fund in the amount of $3,543.65 and the general account in the amount of $326,965.26. Trustee Porch seconded the motion.

Trustee Pierce stated that if he is reading the document correctly, that ADT and the SBC are negative. Trustee Larson stated that the negative numbers have to be subtracted.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Escrow Invoices – Trustee Caulfield mentioned that the escrow invoices total $12,564.32.

Finance Director Steele stated that there was an escrow invoice, in the amount of $56.00 to the Lake County Recorder that did not get added to the list.

Part-time Summer Help – Trustee Caulfield made a motion to approve the position of the part-time front office help. Trustee Porch seconded the motion.

Director Steel stated more work in the front office is being experienced and that it would be helpful and more productive to have someone help, during the lunch hours, with window help, filing and answering phones. She stated this would allow the current staff to focus on the work that requires more knowledge and experience. She stated that she is requesting a temporary position because she is analyzing the needs and will come back before the Board with a staffing plan.

Mayor Maravelas asked what the temp is being paid. Director Steel stated the temp is being paid $35.00 and hour. Mayor Maravelas then asked what this new position would be making per hour. Director Steele stated it would be $7 to $10 per hour. He also asked if there is funding in the budget? She stated that there is money in the budget and 50% of the funding would be from the enterprise fund.

Trustee Larson asked if there is a maximum number of hours for this part-time employee. She stated she would like the motion to include a maximum number of hours, to ensure that it does not turn into utilizing the person full time.

Trustee Caulfield amended his motion to include that the position will not exceed $2,000.00. Trustee Porch amended her second.

Trustee Hanson verified that this position is just until the staffing plan is done and a full time person can be hired. Director Steele stated he is correct.

Part-time Summer Help – On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

PUBLIC SAFETY, PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES Sign Code – Trustee Hanson stated that more commercial signs, primarily developers, are showing up. He suggested that the Public Works duty man could pull the signs on Saturday mornings, with perhaps a fee for removal included. He stated that a policy needs to be set and it needs to be followed.

Trustee Porch asked why the existing ordinance isn’t forced. Trustee Hanson stated that no one has ever had the responsibility of doing it. He also stated that it needs to start and that maybe then the abusers will get the hint.

Trustee Larson stated that the medial was present and maybe they could publish something. She also stated that if the developers are aware that they will be confiscated, maybe they won’t put them out.

Trustee Caulfield asked how it can be decided which signs should be allowed and which should not be. Trustee Porch stated it is in the ordinance.

There was discussion about who should remove the signs and who knows the right of way.

Trustee Caulfield asked if the ordinance covers the removal of the signs and the disposal of the signs. Trustee Porch stated that the ordinance does cover the removal of signs.

Attorney Long stated that he would review the current sign code and provide any suggestion he has.

Trustee Larson stated she would like to see a fine included.

Ordinance 04-06-24 – Attorney Long explained what is being added and that it is being added because some trespassers were found not guilty because our ordinance did not have the right language. He stated that overall, the ordinance now matches the state statue.

Trustee Hanson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Pierce, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-2, entitled AN ORDINANCE AMENDING § 6-2-1-7, BEING THE CRIMINAL TRESPASS PROVISIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF ANTIOCH. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Other Business – Trustee Hanson stated that a Public Safety Committee Meeting will be held to discuss the Motor Scooter ordinance.

Trustee Larson stated she would like to also discuss parking on Lake Street impacting visibility on Victoria Street at that meeting.

Other Business – Trustee Caulfield stated that there are a number of construction sites in the Village and that a lot of trucks are entering and leaving the highway regularly. He stated that someone needs to be notified of the danger and that something needs to be done. Attorney Long stated that the only legal action that can be taken is to put up a sign that says trucks entering and leaving highway and that is already there.

PARKS AND LICENSE Resolution 04-13 – Trustee Larson explained the 4th of July Resolution. Trustee Larson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Hanson, to approve resolution 04-13, entitled 4th of July Resolution. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Park Improvement Plan – Trustee Larson stated that the item was put on the agenda incorrectly, so she knows that it can’t be voted on, but she would like to get a consensus. Trustee Porch stated it could be voted on and then ratified at the next meeting.

Trustee Larson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Porch, to approve the Park Improvement Plan.

Trustee Porch asked what is going to be put up at the Sawmill. Parks Director Stahl stated that initially they were going to put up a fence, but that a developer owes the Village some trees so it might be done that way.

Trustee Porch asked if there is any assistance for paving Williams Park. Director Stahl stated that the Township is providing a donation.

Trustee Pierce stated that one of the culverts at Centennial Park is full and suggested that it be cleaned the next time the park maintenance is done.

Trustee Caulfield stated he did not see any reference to the budget. Director Stahl explained where the fund is listed and what the funds are for.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Caulfield stated that now that the Park Improvement Plan has been approved, he wanted to know if there was a management plan to ensure that the improvements happen.

Trustee Hanson stated that the reason the employees moved from Public Works to the Parks Department was to ensure that these improvements occur.

Director Stahl stated that one of her employees has already started to prioritize the work.

Trustee Caulfield asked if there is an actual plan created to implement these items. He stated that he wants to make sure these improvements happen and that a management plan will help accomplish this.

Trustee Larson stated that a new policy has been implemented for park work and that Director Stahl should have the opportunity to utilize the new employees to get the work done. She stated if the work doesn’t get done that it is no ones fault except Director Stahl’s.

Trustee Turner asked if Director Stahl could provide and update next month. Director Stahl stated she could provide an update based on the completion date on the Park Improvement Plan.

Trustee Pierce stated that he doesn’t think that she needs to provide an update, because we don’t ask any other departments to do so.

Park Rental – Trustee Larson made a motion to approve a park rental alcohol request for Susie Masella at Williams Park on June 19, 2004, Letia I. Sathoff at Williams Park on July 24, 2004, Michelle Riedel at Williams Park on August 28, 2004, Tasha Vitt at Pedersen Park on June 19, 2004, Pamela Cole at Pedersen Park on August 7, 2004, Laurel Haider at Centennial Park on June 13, 2004 and Ron Horton at Centennial Park on July 18, 2004. Trustee Turner seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Park Rental – Trustee Larson made a motion to approve a park rental alcohol request for Antioch Moose Lodge #525 at Williams Park on July 11, 2004, waiving fee. Trustee Turner seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Raffle – Trustee Larson made a motion to issue a raffle license to Antioch School District 34 May 25, 2004 – July 4, 2004 and May 30, 2004 – August 11, 2004, waiving fee. Trustee Hanson seconded the motion.

Trustee Porch stated that according to the raffle ordinance, the application must state Antioch, not Lake County. She also stated that in the future she would like to see two separate applications.

On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

ENGINEERING AND SENIOR SERVICES Bid Recommendation – Trustee Pierce read the recommendation letter from Smith Engineering and then explained that the amount is a bit higher because asphalt has oil it and the prices are so high. Trustee Pierce made a motion to approve the bid for Curran Contracting Company. Trustee Porch seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Resolution 04-14 – Trustee Pierce asked Senior Planner Sakas to explain. Senior Planner Sakas explained that the Village Engineer is satisfied with public improvements at the subdivision. He also said that there is a purchaser of a lot that states there is poor soil backfill that will increase the cost of the home by $50,000.00 to $60,000.00. Senior Planner Sakas stated that this is a private improvement and is not included in this resolution.

Trustee Pierce stated that all of the public issues have been resolved by the punch list and that was what the bond was for. Attorney Long agreed that a bond cannot be held to help a citizen, as much as anyone may want to.

Trustee Pierce made a motion, seconded by Trustee Larson, to approve resolution 04-14, Resolution of Approval for Subdivision Improvements for Depot Landings. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Request for Temporary Staff – Trustee Pierce explained that there is a need to hire a temporary person for inspections and the individual will be paid solely through escrow. Trustee Pierce made a motion to approve the request for the temporary staff. Trustee Larson seconded the motion.

Mayor Maravelas verifed that there will not be any benefits for this individual. Trustee Pierce state that is correct.

Trustee Porch stated that the salary would be up to $55,000.00 but that it does not state what the qualifications for the position are. Trustee Pierce stated that they are looking for a retired engineer and that he is not sure why he included the salary amount.

Trustee Porch asked if a full time person could be hired for that amount. Trustee Larson stated that benefits would have to be paid then and the salary will come from escrow.

Trustee Caulfield stated that he would not approve this request until there is a better explanation. He stated that the memo provided does not seem to come close to providing the qualifications necessary. He stated that this may have been how this was done in the past, but it’s not how it should continue to be done.

Director Silhan stated that the need for this position is very clear and that if you hired an employee it would cost at least $25.00 an hour. He stated that he hopes the Board approves this request.

There was more discussion regarding the level of detail in the memo and the need for more detail in the future.

Trustee Pierce stated that the position needs to be advertised for now and the person is needed now.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 4: Pierce, Larson, Hanson and Turner
NO: 2: Caulfield and Porch
THE MOTION CARRIED

Request from Scott Pierce – Trustee Pierce stated that the resident discussed in his letter spoke early in the evening and also went over his recommendations from his letter.

Mayor Maravelas stated that perhaps a committee should be appointed to review Oakwood Knolls and work with SMC.

Trustee Pierce stated that he would like to make a motion to accept his recommendations and have SMC work with the Village.

Trustee Hanson stated that there are multiple recommendations. He stated that one issue deals with the homeowner and the other with working with SMC. He also stated that there are other areas of town that need to be dealt with.

Trustee Pierce revised his motion to be that the Village submit Mr. Letkey’s damages to the Village insurance and if the Village insurance won’t pay to have the Village pay.

Trustee Hanson stated that what would happen the next time someone had flooding and wanted the Village to pay.

Trustee Caulfield stated that this could have long-term impact and that more studying needs to be done.

There was more discussion regarding what occurred the night of the flooding and the possible reasons for the flooding.

Trustee Larson asked if a sidewalk was cracked and someone was injured if it is the Village’s responsibility to submit the claim to the insurance. Attorney Long stated that it isn’t comparable because if there is a known problem and it’s not fixed the Village is being negligent.

After more discussion Trustee Pierce made a motion to submit Mr. Letkey’s claim to the Village insurance to see if they would pay the claim. Trustee Larson seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 4: Pierce, Larson, Hanson and Turner
NO: 2: Caulfield and Porch
THE MOTION CARRIED

Trustee Pierce made a motion to allow the Village to work with SMC to review drainage throughout the Village. Trustee Larson seconded the motion. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Other Business – Trustee Pierce asked that Smith Engineering review the Longview Drive issues, since the Village Engineer is out. Mayor Maravelas stated it would be best to wait for the Village Engineer to review the issue.

Discussion of Non-Profit Village Events – Trustee Pierce stated that he does not think the Village should charge a fee to non-profit groups participating in Village events.

Mayor Maravelas asked how much is charged. Trustee Porch stated that the group is charged 20%.

Mayor Maravelas stated that this issue should be reviewed before a decision is made. Trustee Hanson agreed and also felt that it should be research why the fee was instituted.

Trustee Porch stated she would have a committee meeting to discuss the issue.

Other Business – Trustee Larson stated that the foundation at the Senior Center is in, but that work had not been done since the week before. She stated that the Senior Council was concerned, but that they were told they had to wait to move the wall first.

Other Business – Trustee Porch stated that Mr. Foster, who lives on White Road, contacted her regarding paving White Road. She stated that he said he would like to make a donation to the Village.

Mayor Maravelas stated he would like that or an assessment. Trustee Porch stated she discussed this with the Attorney Long and a donation would be better.

ATTORNEY Ordinance 04-06-25 – Attorney Long explained that change in zoning. Trustee Hanson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Pierce, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-25, entitled ORDINANCE APPROVING A ZONING CHANGE AT 744 MAIN STREET FROM R-5 MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO B-1 BUSINESS/LIMITED RETAIL: FILE NO. PZB 04-04. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-26 – Attorney Long stated that this ordinance is required to be passed. Trustee Hanson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Pierce, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-26, entitled ANNUAL PREVAILING WAGE ORDINANCE. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-27 – Attorney Long explained the ordinance. Trustee Pierce made a motion, seconded by Trustee Turner, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-27, entitled ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR REDWING VIEW – PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, PZB 04-06.

Trustee Larson verified that the issue with the emergency access was taken care of. Attorney Long responded that it was.

On roll call, the vote was:
YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-28 – Attorney Long stated that this ordinance is required to be passed. Trustee Hanson made a motion, seconded by Trustee Turner, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-28, entitled ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT FOR DEERCREST (aka NeuHaven) UNIT TWO, PZB 04-07. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

Ordinance 04-06-29 – Attorney Long stated that this ordinance is required to be passed. Trustee Turner made a motion, seconded by Trustee Pierce, to waive the first and second reading, approve and publish in pamphlet form an ordinance, 04-06-29, entitled ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT FOR DEERCREST (aka NeuHaven) UNIT THREE, PZB 04-10. On roll call, the vote was:

YES: 6: Pierce, Larson, Caulfield, Porch, Hanson and Turner
NO: 0
THE MOTION CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Trustee Larson and seconded by Trustee Hanson to adjourn the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees at 9:13 pm.
 
Respectfully submitted,

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Amy S. Monroe, Village Clerk
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