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Home My Public Portal About01.24.94 VB Minutes • P NFIEL VIL GE B D OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING DATE: JANUARY 24, 1994 MEMBERS OF BOARD PRESENT: AT: PLAINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESIDENT PETERSON, J. DEMENT, J. HEIMERDINGER, M. LAMBERT, J. RAY. L. KELLY AND R. ROCK ARRIVED LATER. OTHERS PRESENT: D. VAN VOOREN - ADMINISTRATOR S. JANIK - CLERK D. BENNETT - POLICE CHIEF At 5:30 p.m. President Peterson called the meeting to order. Roll call was taken, L. Kelly and R. Rock were not present. He then led the pledge to the flag. INT RVIEWS FOR PI•AINFIELD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMENCED 5:36 p.m. CAMIROS - Presentations were made by William R. James, Principal Consultant; Michael LaRue, Principal-Real Estate Planning Group; Larry E. Lund, Principal-Real Estate Planning Group. Their approach to the assignment is to recognize impending future growth and influence its form, character and function as much as possible to enhance the quality of life in Plainfield. Camiros will formulate plans and strategies in coordination with Real Estate Planning Group to ensure that the plans and strategies are realistic and influence future development in a way most responsive to community preferences. 6:35 p.m. T LA, PFTTIGREW, ALLEN & PAYNE, INC_- - Presentations were made by John. C. Pettigrew, Vice President, Project Executive; Thomas O. Payne, Vice President; Philip W. Hanegraaf, Principal Associate and Joan H. Herron, Principal Associate. They suggested a three phase planning program which will produce an agreed upon plan for the community. Their approach will emphasize local involvement and participation throughout the planning process and focus on implementation techniques required to successfully execute plan recommendations. 7:07 p.m. Trustee Lawrence Kelly arrived. 7:25 p.m. KEND IN - Presentations were made by Lane H. Kendig, President and Mac Birch, Senior Associate. Their planning approach included a comprehensive review of the population, economic, social and physical growth factors; careful design and articulation of a public involvement program; focus on the evaluation and enhancement of community character in existing neighborhoods and future growth area and strong coordination of interagency planning efforts and careful attention to integrating plan recommendations with implementation measures. PLAINFIELD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES JANUARY 24, 1994 PAGE TWO 7:45 p.m. Trustee Richard Rock arrived. 8:30 p.m. TESKA ASSOCIATES .INC.- Presentations were made by Robert B. Teska, Principal; Lee M. Brown, Principal and Michael Hoffman, Senior Associate. Their approach is summarized by the following: Introduction of planning tools and guidelines which are sensitive to the cultural and environmental context of Plainfield, and which promote a unique identity and character for the community; support for land use, transportation, and public improvement alternatives with specific implementation strategies; integration of Plainfield's historical heritage and traditional urban form into proposals to accommodate future growth; integration of existing planning documents and programs. The board spoke about their impressions of all interviewers and the clear consensus of most of the Trustees was that they were impressed with Lane Kendig, Inc. in regards to their high experience, good reputation for quality and their very creative visioning approach. Trustee Heimerdinger had some reservations on their computerized procedure, but overall Lane Kendig, Inc. would best fit our needs. They all expressed a need to research Lane Kendig, Inc.'s references with regard to past performance with other communities. 9:30 p.m. Administrator Van Vooren asked that we amend the Agenda to include an Executive Session on land acquisition and personnel not to reconvene. J. Dement moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Seconded by M. Lambert. Voice vote. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Administrator Van Vooren asked for a change to the Consent Agenda regarding the payables. Baish Excavating, Inc. invoice should read $853.1.3 instead of $85.13 making their total payable $2,476.88 for the water main breaks that occurred in early December. J. Dement moved to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Seconded by L. Kelly. Voice vote. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. The discussion and presentation from WBBM--TV was tabled. Correspondence was received and it needs to be reviewed. J. Dement moved to adopt Ordinance No. 1543 AMENDING THE VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD LIQUOR CODE, increased the number of "C" licenses issued and outstanding to four (4). Seconded by M. Lambert. Vote by roll call. Dement, yes; Heimerdinger, yes; Kelly, yes; Lambert, yes; • Ray, yes; Rock, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. PLAINFIELD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES JANUARY 24, 1994 PAGE THREE Administrator Van Vooren spoke regarding a meeting that the Ways and Means Committee had concerning new classifications and new prices with regard to the liquor licenses. We have added several classifications that have no current license holders, ie. bowling alleys; recreational clubs; social clubs. Attorney Harvey has been instructed to look at the definitions and add whatever appropriate language he sees a need for. Licenses are renewable on July 1, 1994, which gives us time to make adjustments or changes and still be able to send out to license holders under the different categories, and allowing them an opportunity to come before the Board and speak of their concerns relative to the licenses and types of fees involved. L. Kelly moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1058 OBJECTION TO SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR JAMES ZITT. Seconded by J. Dement. Vote by roll call. Dement, yes; Heimerdinger, yes; Kelly, yes; Lambert, yes; Ray, yes; Rock, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. L. Kelly moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 1544 AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF THE SEIZED TOW BED. Seconded by J, Ray. Vote by roll call. Dement, yes; Heimerdinger, yes; Kelly, yes; Lambert, yes; Ray, yes; Rock, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. M. Lambert moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1059 CREATING CLASS "F" LIQUOR LICENSE FOR PLAINFIELD VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS WOMEN~S ASSOCIATION SPAGHETTI DINNER/FEBRUARY 4, 1994. Seconded by J. Heimerdinger. Vote by roll call. Dement, yes; Heimerdinger, yes; Kelly, yes; Lambert, yes; Ray, yes; Rock, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. Administrator Van Vooren spoke about receiving authorization from the Ways and Means Committee for solicitation for audit proposals for a three year term. The Staff is looking for authorization from the Board to advertise for audit services. It was the consensus of the Board to go ahead with the advertising for the audit proposals. Additionally, I have asked Treasurer Niswonger to create an investment policy for the Village. Please review and my suggestion is that we forward the document to the depositories that we currently use for their comment and interpretation. Next membership meeting of the Will County Governmental League is February 17, 1994. The Legislative Breakfast is Saturday, January 29, 1994 in Lockport at 8:00 a.m. Announced a suburban Bike Rack and Locker Program, whereby we can apply for funds to install bike racks throughout Plainfield. Next Community Council Meeting is February 3, 1994. • • • PLAINFIELD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES JANUARY 24, 1994 PAGE FOUR President Peterson announced that the Supervisor of Wheatland Township be included in the Community Council Meeting. The Board had no problem with his joining the Council. Trustee Ray questioned Administrator Van Vooren if IDOT would be placing street signs on Indian Boundary and Meadow. IDOT has not responded yet, but they have lowered the speed limit 5 miles per hour, but have not re-striped or lengthened the no passing zone and refused to recognize the turning movements that exist on Indian Boundary. Jim Harvey, Attorney, reported that on February 16, 1994 he will be attending a hearing before the Illinois Liquor Commissioner regarding the appeal by J & S Tap transfer. J. Dement moved to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss land acquisition and personnel and not to reconvene. Seconded by J. Ray. Voice vote. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried. 10:00 p,m. ~y~ /~l SUSAN JANIKy', VILLAGE CLERK •