MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF VERNON HILLS, LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

HELD MAY 1, 2001

1. President Byrne called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.

2. Roll call indicated the following Trustees present: Hebda, Henley, Koch, and Ryg.

Also present were Manager Allison, Assistant Manager Kalmar, Assistant to the Manager Teich, Building Commissioner Gerth, Finance Director Nakrin, Public Works Director Laudenslager, Chief Fleischhauer, Corporation Counsel Citron, and Village Clerk Schwartz.

3. Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Hebda to adjourn "sine die". Roll call vote:

AYES: 4 – Hebda, Henley, Koch, Ryg

NAYS: 0 – None

ABSENT: 2 – Black, Cashman

Motion declared carried. Meeting adjourned "sine die" at 7:12 p.m. to swear in newly elected officials and resumed at 7:16 p.m. Roll call indicated the following Trustees present: Henley, Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda

The Pledge of Allegiance was given.

4. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board

A. None.

5. Reports of Village Officials

A. Village President

i. President Byrne recognized Girl Scout Troop #3100 who were present to satisfy their requirement for "Our Community" badges.

ii. President Byrne read a proclamation designating April 29-May 5, 2001 as Municipal Clerk’s Week.

iii. President Byrne read a proclamation designating May 20-26, 2001 as Public Works Week.

iv. President Byrne read a proclamation designating May 13-19, 2001 as National Police Week and May 15, 2001 as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.

B. Village Manager

i. Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Koch to re-appoint Richard Powers, Larry LaLuzerne and Andrew Mosko to the Fire and Police Commission. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda, Henley

NAYS: 0 - None

Motion declared carried.

ii. Manager Allison referred to his memo dated May 1, 2001 regarding Health Insurance Renewal. The topic will be brought back on May 15 to discuss excess carriers and change to benefits.

C. Assistant Manager

i. Assistant Manager Kalmar presented an agreed upon concept plan for Sub Area 4 of the Route 21/45 Corridor Study. The topic will be brought back on May 15, 2001.

ii. The six-unit building elevation for Pod G was presented. Trustee Hebda supported the plan. The matter will be brought back on May 15, 2001.

iii. Staff recommended denial of a 100% Performance Bond and a 25% Letter of Credit for County Mayo due to ongoing concerns with the financial viability of the project. Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Hebda to deny a 100% Performance Bond and a 25% Letter of Credit for County Mayo. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda, Henley, Koch

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.
  1. Assistant to the Village Manager

    2. i. No report.

  2. Finance Director/Treasurer

    3. i. Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Williams to approve Ordinance 2001-28 for $5,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2001. Roll call vote:

    AYES: 6– Williams, Duros, Hebda, Henley, Koch, Ryg

    NAYS: 0 – None

    Motion declared carried.

  3. Chief of Police

i. No report.

G. Public Works Director

i. Public Works Director Laudenslager announced that the tree sale will be held on May 12, 2001. Four types of trees and one bush will be available for purchase.

H. Building Commissioner

i. Motion by Trustee Ryg, second by Trustee Koch to approve the posting of directional signs within the public right-of-way for "The Ron Santo Golf Experience" fund-raiser. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Duros, Hebda, Henley, Koch, Ryg, Williams

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

 

 

6. Omnibus Vote Agenda

Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Ryg to approve the Omnibus Vote Agenda Items A-G. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Hebda, Henley, Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

A. Approval of 4/17/2001 Board Minutes. Approved by omnibus vote.

B. Approval of voucher list of bills dated 5/01/2001 in the amount of $335,749.60. Approved by omnibus vote.

C. Department Reports:

i. 3/2001 Building Department Report

ii. 3/2001 Golf Course Report

iii. 3/2001 Finance Director/Treasurer’s Report. Approved by omnibus vote.

D. Approval and passage of Resolution 2001-77 awarding the bid for underground storage tank system equipment upgrade to Metro Environmental Contractor’s, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $58,890 and authorize the Village Manager to sign and execute said contract. Approved by omnibus vote.

E. Approval and passage of Resolution 2001-78 authorizing approval of GeoAnalytics, Inc. to provide advanced technical assistance for the Govern Land Management and Permit Tracking Software Program in an amount not exceed $63,340. Approved by omnibus vote.

F. Approval and passage of Resolution 2001-79 authorizing an Employee Agreement. Approved by omnibus vote.

G. Approval and passage of Resolution 2001-80 to establish the ICMA Retirement Corporation Money Purchase Plan and Trust. Approved by omnibus vote.

7. Unfinished/Additional Business

A. The Board discussed the Contingency Fund and the cost of the new Village Hall project. Yas/Fischel stated that the change order is under 2-1/2% right now. Motion by Trustee Duros, second by Trustee Koch for approval and passage of Resolution 2001-61 authorizing the Village to make payments to Yas/Fischel Partnership regarding the architectural service for the new village hall in an amount not to exceed $600,000. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Henley, Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

B. Motion by Trustee Hebda, second by Trustee Koch for approval and passage of Resolution 2001-62 transferring $74,000 from General Fund Contingency to the 2000 Village Hall Bond Fund Permanent Improvements accounts for Building Contingency for FY2001-02. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda, Henley

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

 

8. New Business/Communications
  1. Trustee Ryg thanked former Trustees Cashman and Black for their service.
  2. Trustee Ryg reported on a meeting where the Lake County Convention and Visitors Bureau is working on sports marketing efforts throughout the county.
  3. Trustee Hebda reported on a District 128 Meeting where she encouraged them to put their meetings on cable. There is also an upcoming forum where residents can be a part of the issues facing the school district. The date and time will be announced at a later date.
  4. Trustee Hebda announced the upcoming brain tumor walk on May 19, 2001.
  1. Adjournment

Motion by Trustee Hebda, second by Trustee Ryg to adjourn the Board Meeting. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda, Henley, Koch

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

Approved this _____ day of May, 2001.

 

___________________________ ___________________________

Jeanne M. Schwartz Roger L. Byrne

Village Clerk Village President