IN ATTENDANCE: President Byrne called the meeting to order at 8:01 p.m. The following Trustees were present: Koch, Ryg, Williams, Duros, Hebda, and Henley.

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

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion by Trustee Ryg, second by Trustee Koch to approve the 6/19/01 Special Committee of the Whole Minutes noting that the resident from 322 E. Donnelly Place was Mary Banks and 6/19/01 Committee of the Whole Minutes. Roll call vote:

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

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

2. ASPEN BACKYARD PARK IMPROVEMENTS

Manager Allison reviewed the Aspen Backyard Park Project prepared by 3D Design Studio noting that an additional tot play structure, minor landscaping and a small shelter will be added along with repaving a portion of the path system to allow better access for the handicapped. Motion by Trustee Henley, second by Trustee Ryg to direct staff to draft an ordinance granting approval of the proposed project for the Aspen Backyard Park as presented. Roll call vote:

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

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

3. THE VILLAGE VOICE NEWSLETTER DESIGN

Assistant to the Manager Teich reviewed his memo dated June 26, 2001 making recommendations to save time and money producing the Village Voice and showing a cost comparison of the different options. Staff asked whether to fund at current level or decrease noting that information is also disseminated by the Village website, signage boards, cable and reverse 911. Lynn Brandle stated that staff time will decrease as she picks up more responsibility. The idea of extending to the businesses was discussed and would only add 1200 addresses. Trustee Koch asked for less glossy paper and more timely newsletter. The Board agreed on a change in paper stock, extending to the businesses, increasing the editions per year (extra addition when busy and bimonthly when slow) and going with the supporting recommendations.

4. NEW VILLAGE HALL – INTERIOR STAIR DESIGN ALTERNATIVE & STATUS REPORT

Assistant to the Manager Teich reviewed his memo dated July 6, 2001. After the change orders noted, if all other items come in as planned, there will be $30,000 left in the contingency fund. A presentation of the stair detail was given with various options. Option A would cost an additional $49,000. Option B would cost an additional $32,000. The Board agreed to Option B. Trustee Duros stated that the money should be found in the project and not taken from contingency. Staff will research and bring the topic back at the next meeting. Motion by Trustee Ryg, second by Trustee Henley to authorize ordering of Option B material with staff recommending alternatives to using the contingency fund. Roll call vote:

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

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

5. Vernon Hills Athletic Complex

Manager Allison reported that asbestos was found in the magazine missile south of the arbortheater. A consultant was obtained. The water was pumped out and specialists took a sample specimen from the bottom. The Navy was notified and revoked the license by the retention pond. The Project can still move ahead for all other areas that are important like the football field. Staff will update the Board at later meeting.

6. BUTTERFIELD ROAD LANDSCAPING – REVIEW OF PROPOSED LANDSCAPING AND DESIGN PROPOSALS

Public Works Director Laudenslager presented a proposal on portions of Butterfield Road as noted in his memo dated July 2, 2001 where the scope of work is outlined. The cost for the design services for both sections is estimated at $53,696. Staff recommended approval. The Board asked staff to check with the County for cooperation on this project first.

7. ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Trustee Koch, second by Trustee Williams to adjourn Committee of the Whole and reconvene the Board. Roll call vote:

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

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Meeting adjourned at 10:06 p.m.

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Jeanne M. Schwartz, Village Clerk Roger L. Byrne, Village President