VILLAGE OF WORTH

MINUTES OF THE BOARD MEETING

HELD September 20, 2005

 

CALL TO ORDER

 

ROLL CALL

 

 

 

 

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

CITIZEN’S COMMENTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLERK’S REPORT

Tag Days

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Business – New Tribe

 

 

 

 

 

110th Street

 

 

 

2006 Village Stickers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Senior Christmas Party

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRUSTEE’S REPORT

Trustee Alcala

Police & Fire

Life Safety Commission

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trustee Keller

Public Works

Water Report

 

 

 

 

CDBG Highland Avenue Project

 

 

 

 

Trustee Rhein

Golf Course

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trustee Werner

Financing & Licensing

Bill List

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trustee Hartz

Building & Zoning

 

 

 

 

 

Trustee Adamski

Economic Development

Beautification Committee

Worth Days Committee

 

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ESTABLISHMENT OF CONSENT AGENDA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA

 

 

 

Approve Ordinance #05-38

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CITIZEN’S COMMENTS

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

President Guzdziol called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

 

Roll call indicated that the following trustees were present: Becky Alcala, Randy Keller, Mary Rhein, Kevin Werner, Sally Hartz and Barb Adamski. Also in attendance at the meeting were Attorney Mathias Delort, Village Clerk Bonnie Price, Police Chief Patrick O’Connor, Treasurer Joseph Murray and Public Works Superintendent Wayne Demonbreun

 

Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

Nick Stelopolous asked about the alley behind Prospect Federal Bank. President Guzdziol stated that Commissioner Bruce Zartler would get back to him. Nick stated that 111th and Depot needs to be repaired the asphalt is breaking up, and on 112th & Depot he is concerned about the sewer is lower than the street. Superintendent Demonbreun will look into these problems. Nick stated that the board passed an ordinance about cars parking on the grass, but the board should also consider an ordinance regarding branches that fall and residents don’t pick them up.

 

Resident Dave Clark asked the status of Highland Avenue project. President Guzdziol stated that the bid for the project will be approved tonight. Dave Clark asked for an update on the pigeons. Trustee Keller is still working on it.

 

President Guzdziol stated that one of our employees Chris Peterson at Water’s Edge had chaired one of the largest fundraisers at the golf course with over 200 golfers. 

 

President Guzdziol stated that the parade which was put on by the Marrs Meyer American Legion will be aired on Comcast on September 24 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Comcast will also send us a tape to the Village Hall. President Guzdziol commended the great job that the Legion Hall did with the parade.

 

President Guzdziol stated that on Saturday October 1st at Andrew High School is a hazardous waste disposal day.

 

President Guzdziol read a proclamation from Park Lawn celebrating 50 anniversary declaring October 1st as Park Lawn Day in Worth.

 

Clerk Price stated that on the consent agenda is to approve 2 tag days the 1st request from Vaughn Chapter, Paralyzed Veterans of America to solicit donations on November 17, 18 & 19, 2005 and the 2nd request for Park Lawn Tag & Candy Days fundraiser on April 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2006.

Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

Clerk Price asked that item d be pulled from the consent agenda to approve the expenditure not to exceed $4,700.00 to purchase bike racks, grills and garbage cans this expenditure would be from the hotel tax fund, to be used for beautification and tourism. Clerk Price stated that the money could be used for Water’s Edge Golf Club and at this time would like to look into this further.

 

Clerk Price stated that on the agenda is to direct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance regarding the salary of a crossing guard. Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

Clerk Price stated that for information only James Walsh applied for a business license for a tattoo parlor located at 6804 W. 11th Street and the name of the new business will be New Tribe, the opening date will be October 1, 2005. Trustee Hartz asked if this was close to the school? President Guzdziol stated across the street.

 

Clerk Price stated that the request for vacating the 110th Street would be heard by the REDB on October 6, 2005. Clerk Price will have an appraiser come out and appraise the street and Stewart property. 

 

Clerk Price stated that 2006 stickers would be out soon. The sticker will have a picture of the eternal flame. The stickers will go on sale November 1 the month of November the stickers will be discounted by $2.00. The stickers will go to full price in December and be due on your vehicles by December 31. We will sell stickers for two months. Clerk Price stated that in the past we gave a two-month grace period. Clerk Price stated that this would be advertised in the newsletter, on the water bills and on the marquis.

 

Clerk Price stated that the Senior Christmas party would be held on December 15, 2005. The tickets will cost residents $5.00 and non-residents $12.50. The Village does subsidize the cost of this party. The Christmas party is held at the Garden Chalet. Trustee Werner asked if the seniors could pay what it costs? Trustee Adamski stated that the seniors pay taxes and they don’t have children going to our schools and they deserve a nice party. Trustee Hartz and Alcala want it to be left the way it is.

 

Clerk Price asked the board if they would like the water bills to go out every month. Presently we have two-month billing cycle. Trustee Keller asked if it would cost more? Clerk Price stated that the postage would cost more, but the treasurer would have an easier time with the revenues coming in every month.

 

 

 

Trustee Alcala submitted the Police and Fire report.

Trustee Alcala stated that ESDA worked 298 hours for Worth Days for a donation of $600.00.

 

Trustee Alcala stated that the Life Safety Commission would be meeting on September 21; attorney Keith Harley will be present to answer any questions. Congressman Lipinski spoke with President Guzdziol and is on board us on this issue.

 

Trustee Keller submitted the water report and the water is safe for consumption.

 

Trustee Keller stated that he is working with Superintendent Demonbreun and Clerk Price with fuel prices. Trustee Keller stated that we might be able to save some money if we call in for prices when we need fuel.

 

Trustee Keller stated that on the consent agenda is to approve the bid for pavement resurfacing, Highland Avenue, from Southwest Highway to 107th Street (CDBG Project #04-061) to Central Blacktop Co., Inc., LaGrange, IL in the amount of $224,882.00. Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

Trustee Rhein stated that all Trustees received a packet with proposals for the management company for Water’s Edge Golf Course. Trustee Rhein stated that the spreadsheet shows the golf course committee would recommend keeping Kemper Sports as the management company. They will reestablish the bi-weekly meetings with corporate personnel; accounting is done in house, knowledge of Water’s Edge, and low management fee of $5,000.00 per month with a 3% increase per year to 2009. Trustee Rhein stated that this is half of the cost that we would be paying in 2006-2007. Trustee Rhein stated that she has talked to Kemper regarding the things that she is disappointed with. Trustee Rhein stated that we would spend a lot more time and effort looking at the accounting of Water’s Edge. Kemper worked really hard to try and keep this contract. We can cancel for just cause if it cannot be fixed within 120 days. Trustee Rhein stated that she will amend the contract and it will expire on April 30, 2009. Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

President Guzdziol asked if Treasurer Joe Murray could give the treasurer’s report. Trustee Werner stated that Mayor, Clerk and myself were presented with some pretty bleak financial news. Trustee Werner stated that we would not receive our property tax money till late November. Leaving a short fall. We are faced to borrow more to get over the short-term problems. Trustee Werner has prepared a spreadsheet of ideas that could save us money. Trustee Werner stated that he does not agree with all of these cuts. Treasurer Murray stated that every month he does a treasurer’s report. Treasurer Murray stated that when he looks at how many payrolls and bills that needs to be paid, he realizes that we will need to borrow money. The short-term situation is that in the general fund its cash position is not going to be sufficient to get us through. My recommendation is to have a working capital loan, to get us through. Treasurer Murray would like to put some seed money out to develop some of our stuff, but we don’t have the money to do this. The question is should we borrow from other funds or do we go and get a loan from a bank. Joe’s opinion is to get a loan. President Guzdziol stated that we passed a balanced budget. President Guzdziol stated that we have $420,000.00 in the golf course fund, but that money is needed to pay the bonds in January. President Guzdziol stated that we will have 2 new gas stations in 2006. Treasurer Murray stated that our budget is designed to get money in March and September, when you don’t get that money until November you have to stretch it for two months. Joe thinks we need to take a long-term loan and put some money into some places that will generate some money for the Village. Trustee Werner asked how much do we need to borrow. Treasurer Murray stated that we should look at borrowing around a million dollars. Treasurer Murray stated that we need to spend some money to fix these problems. Treasurer Murray would like to talk to Tom Bugelski from Founders Bank and get some different ideas. Attorney Delort stated that we should see what is feasible to do and bring to the next board meeting on October 4. Trustee Werner asked if we would consider a line of credit. Attorney Delort stated that in government you do something like a line of credit.

 

Trustee Werner asked if we could cut anywhere or if there are some changes that can be made to help with the budget. Clerk Price stated that municipalities are charging more for vehicle stickers. Clerk Price would like the prices to be as follows vehicles $25.00, class B trucks $30.00, mopeds and motorcycles $15.00, larger trucks $50.00 and semi trucks $125.00. Late fee would be $50.00. This will be on the consent agenda at the next meeting.

Trustee Hartz stated she would have Commissioner Zartler go over business license, building permits and contractors license fees. Trustee Keller stated he would not be in favor of raising the building permits. He does not want to penalize the residents for fixing up their homes.

Clerk Price stated that we should consider raising the p-tickets to $35.00 and $70.00 if you pay late. This will be placed on the October 4 consent agenda.

 

Trustee Werner stated that on the consent agenda is the approval for the bill list in the amount of $60,372.45. Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

Trustee Hartz stated that Worth Days was fantastic.

 

Trustee Hartz stated that on the consent agenda is to direct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance to allow the sub-division located 10631 Southwest Highway – lot #3, 10607 S. Harlem – lot #2, and 7162 W. 107th Street –lot #1. Without any objection. This will remain on the consent agenda.

 

No report.

 

 

 

 

Attorney Delort stated that on the consent agenda is to approve 3 ordinances the first is

Ordinance #05-36 – An ordinance regarding the minimum age to serve alcoholic beverages for class E and class G liquor licenses.

Ordinance #05-37 – An ordinance regarding the class G golf course liquor license.

Ordinance #05-38 – An ordinance approving a subdivision of property and a lot size variance for property located at 6624 W. 115th Place. Attorney Delort stated that the Real Estate Development Board approved this. This is a standard 2-lot sub division. Trustee Rhein asked that this item be pulled from the consent agenda.

 

Trustee Rhein seconded by Trustee Adamski to establish the consent agenda. A voice vote followed. Motion carried.

 

Consent Agenda

September 20, 2005

 

a.       Approve regular minutes from September 6, 2005.

b.      Approve the request from Vaughn Chapter, Paralyzed Veterans of America to solicit donations on November 17, 18 & 19, 2005.

c.       Approve the request for Park Lawn Tag & Candy Days fundraiser on April 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2006.

d.      Direct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance regarding the salary of a crossing guard.

e.       Approve the bid for pavement resurfacing, Highland Avenue, from Southwest Highway to 107th Street (CDBG Project #04-061) to Central Blacktop Co., Inc., Lagrange, IL in the amount of $224,882.00.

f.        Approve the addendum to the Kemper Sports Management agreement with and authorize the Village President to sign the agreement.

g.       Direct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance to allow the sub-division located 10631 Southwest Highway – lot #3, 10607 S. Harlem – lot #2, and 7162 W. 107th Street –lot #1.

h.       Approve the bill list in the amount of $60,372.45.

i.         Direct Attorney Cainkar to prepare an ordinance regarding a loan.

j.        Approve ordinance #05-36 – An ordinance regarding the minimum age to serve alcoholic beverages for class E and class G liquor licenses.

k.      Approve ordinance #05-37 – An ordinance regarding the class G golf course liquor license.

l.         Direct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance regarding the fees and procedures for Village vehicle stickers and p-ticket fees.

 

Trustee Adamski seconded by Trustee Hartz to approve the consent agenda as adopted. A roll call vote followed. Ayes: Trustee Hartz, Rhein, Alcala, Keller, Adamski and Werner. Ayes: (6). Nays: (0). Absent: (0) Motion carried.

 

Trustee Adamski moved seconded by Trustee Alcala to approve ordinance #05-38 regarding the sub division and the variance of 2 fifty-foot lots in R1 located at 6624 W. 115th Place. Trustee Rhein stated that she disagrees with taking a 100’ lot and sub dividing into 50’ lots, Trustee Hartz agrees with Trustee Rhein. A roll call vote followed. Ayes: Trustee Alcala, Adamski, Werner and Guzdziol. Ayes: (4). Nays: Hartz and Rhein (2). Abstention: Keller (1). Absent: (0) Motion carried.

 

Nick Stelopolous stated that we complain we have no money, but employees got raises, and some of the employees don’t live in the Village or shop in the Village. President Guzdziol stated that we negotiate contracts with 4 different unions.

 

Trustee Alcala moved seconded by Trustee Hartz to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 9:26 p.m. A voice vote followed. Motion carried.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                  Bonnie M. Price, CMC

                  Village Clerk