MINUTES

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING

VILLAGE OF VERNON HILLS

MAY 20, 2003

IN ATTENDANCE: President Byrne called the meeting to order at 7:22 p.m. The following Trustees were present: Duros, Cashman, Williams, Weil and Koch.

Also present were Manager Allison, Assistant manager Kalmar, Assistant to the Manager Teich, Public Works Director Laudenslager, Building Commissioner Gerth, Deputy Chief Kincaid, Attorney Citron, and Village Clerk Schwartz.

1. WEISS DEVELOPMENT – RIVER’S EDGE CONDOMINIUMS – CONCEPT PRESENTATION

Jerry Weiss of Weiss Development introduced the architect for the plan, Larry Basil of Basil and Associates who presented the concept plan for River’s Edge Condominiums. The Committee stated their support for the plan. Prices will probably range from $260,000 to $450,000. The petitioner will move on to Technical Review.

(Trustee Hebda arrived at 7:40 p.m.)

2. GREGG’S LANDING, POD 15 – SAWGRASS – REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, SITE, LANDSCAPING AND IMPROVEMENT PLANS AND FINAL PLAT

Rod Tison was present to represent the petitioner. Assistant Manager Kalmar reported that the petitioner is requesting a development permit to allow construction of 27 custom single-family home lots. Planning and Zoning unanimously recommended approval subject to conditions outlined. The custom home lots will be sold off. The houses will not be built by Zale. Motion by Trustee Duros, second by Trustee Hebda to direct staff to prepare the necessary ordinance approving the POD as requested, subject to the conditions as outlined by Planning and Zoning. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Duros, Hebda, Koch, Weil, Williams, Cashman

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

3. GREGG’S LANDING, POD 18 – RIVIERA – REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, SITE, LANDSCAPING AND IMPROVEMENT PLANS AND FINAL PLAT

Assistant Manager Kalmar reported that the petitioner is requesting approval of a development permit to allow construction of 61 custom single-family home lots Planning and Zoning unanimously recommended approval as requested subject to conditions outlined. Trustee Koch expressed concerns of monotony. Building Commissioner Gerth stated he will monitor the situation. Motion by Trustee Duros, second by Trustee Koch to direct staff to prepare the necessary ordinance approving the POD as requested, subject to the conditions as outlined by Planning and Zoning. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Duros, Hebda, Koch, Weil, Williams, Cashman

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

4. GREGG’S LANDING, POD E – OAKMONT – REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, SITE, LANDSCAPING AND IMPROVEMENT PLANS AND FINAL PLAT

Rod Tison of Zale Homes discussed changes to the site plan and alley ownership stating the alleys were to be owned and maintained by the Oakmont HOA. He showed the enhanced elevations that were designed with the help of staff, Gregg’s Landing HOA and Trustees Duros and Hebda. Planning and Zoning unanimously recommended approval subject to conditions outlined. Trustee Cashman inquired about a barrier against the commercial property and whose cost would it be. Assistant Manager Kalmar stated there is no fence proposed right now. Berming and landscaping will be done now. A fence will be done at a later date by the commercial residents. Motion by Trustee Hebda, second by Trustee Duros to direct staff to prepare the necessary ordinance granting final approval of the POD as requested subject to the conditions listed by Planning and Zoning. Roll call vote:

AYES: 5 – Koch, Weil, Williams, Cashman, Duros, Hebda

NAYS: 1 – Williams

Motion declared carried.

5. AMENDMENT TO SEC. 14-320 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROHIBITING SELF-PROPELLED WATERCRAFT ON ANY OPEN BODY OF WATER, OR WATERWAY, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE VILLAGE

Motion by Trustee Koch, second by Trustee Williams to approve the Amendment to Sec. 14-320 of the Code of Ordinances prohibiting self-propelled watercraft on any open body of water, or water, within the corporate limits of the Village except emergency vehicles. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Weil, Williams, Cashman, Duros, Hebda, Koch

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

6. AMENDMENT TO VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE VILLAGE’S SIGN ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATIVE TO BUILDING-MOUNTED SIGNS, POLITICAL SIGNAGE, CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS, AND PENALTIES.

Political signs were discussed. Multiple signs on personal property are now allowed. The issue will be brought back with changes on confidentiality on vacant parcels. Signage content was discussed with Attorney Citron noting that content cannot be regulated. Building Commissioner Gerth noted that residents were requesting mounting garage sale signs in front of the monument sign to neighborhoods. Staff recommended approval if done once a year and more than 10 homes are involved.

7. LIQUOR CONTROL ORDINANCE – CONSIDERATION OF NEW LICENSE CLASS

Manager Allison recommended considering a new license class for senior living homes. Motion by Trustee Duros, second by Trustee Koch to direct staff to prepare an ordinance amending Chapter 3 of the Code of Ordinances to create a new license class. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Williams, Cashman, Duros, Hebda, Koch, Weil

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

8. VILLAGE COMMITTEES – LIAISON APPOINTMENTS

President Byrne asked for written trustee input and the topic will be brought back at next meeting.

9. ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Trustee Koch, second by Trustee Williams to adjourn the Committee of the Whole meeting and go into executive session for the purpose of litigation and personnel. Roll call vote:

AYES: 6 – Cashman, Duros, Hebda, Koch, Weil, Williams

NAYS: 0 – None

Motion declared carried.

Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

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