HomeMy Public PortalAbout05-21-2012 Village MeetingVILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD
MEETING MINUTES
MAY 21, 2012
AT: VILLAGE HALL
BOARD PRESENT: P.FAY, B.LAMB, G.PECK, J.RACICH, DRIPPY, AND M.BONUCHI.
BOARD ABSENT: MCOLLINS. OTHERS PRESENT: T.PLECKHAM, MANAGEMENT
SERVICES DIRECTOR; J.HARVEY, ATTORNEY; M.GIBAS, VILLAGE CLERK; D.WOLD,
ENGINEER; A.PERSONS, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR; M.GARRIGAN, PLANNING
SUPERVISOR; DMARQUEZ, BUILDING SUPERVISOR; AND K.GRECO, POLICE
COMMANDER.
CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, PLEDGE
Trustee Fay called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call was taken, Mayor Collins was
absent, all Trustees were present. Trustee Fay led the pledge to the flag. There were
approximately 7 persons in the audience.
Trustee Racich moved to appoint Trustee Fay as temporary chairman for tonight's meeting.
Seconded by Trustee Rippy. Vote by roll call. Fay, yes; Lamb, yes; Peck, yes; Racich, yes;
Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS
Chairman Fay:
• Proclaimed May 2012 as Motorcycle Awareness Month
• Invited everyone to attend the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28tH
TRUSTEES COMMENTS
Trustee Racich encouraged everyone to participate in the Wounded Warrior race on Saturday,
bring a flag and line the streets and cheer people on.
Trustee Lamb pointed out that the State of Illinois does not have a law requiring helmets to be
worn while riding motorcycles and asked if there was evidence regarding wearing helmets and
safety. Commander Greco stated that there is plenty of evidence. Trustee Rippy pointed out that
there are two sides regarding wearing helmets and some people claim that the helmet obscures
with their vision.
Trustee Rippy stated that he recently lost his wallet and that someone dropped it into the bank
night deposit box. It was returned with everything intact including the cash. Trustee Rippy
thanked whoever returned his wallet.
Trustee Bonuchi stated that school is out next week and encouraged everyone to watch for kids
this summer. Trustee Bonuchi also encouraged everyone to be respectful of the importance of
the Memorial Day Holiday.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS on items not on the Agenda (3 -5 minutes per topic)
None.
BUSINESS MEETING
1) APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Trustee Lamb moved to the Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Bonuchi. Vote by roll call. Fay, yes;
Lamb, yes; Peck, yes; Racich, yes; Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
2) CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Bonuchi moved to approve the Consent Agenda to include:
a) Minutes of the Board Meeting and Executive Session held on May 7, 2012.
b) Bills Paid and Bills Payable Reports for May 21, 2012.
C) Cash & Investments, Revenue, and Expenditure Reports for April, 2012.
d) Ordinance No.3057, authorizing aggregation of electrical load.
Seconded by Trustee Lamb. Vote by roll call. Fay, yes; Lamb, yes; Peck, yes; Racich,
yes; Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
3) TAILWINDS DISTILLING, LLC
Trustee Bonuchi moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3058, creating a Class "S" Liquor License for
Tailwinds Distilling, LLC to be located at 14912 S. Eastern Avenue, Unit 103. Seconded by
Trustee Peck.
Trustee Bonuchi stated that she welcomed the business. Trustee Rippy asked if distilling would
cause an odor. Mr. Garrigan stated that it is fully enclosed and will not have any negative impact
on the community. Trustee Lamb asked if the applicant met the requirements of the Federal and
State Governments regarding security. Mr. Garrigan stated that the applicant will comply with
all the government requirements.
Vote by roll call. Fay, yes; Lamb, yes; Peck, yes; Racich, yes; Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes. 6 yes,
0 no. Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Traci Pleckham pointed out that the Senate Democratic Caucus has offered forth a proposal for
the FY 2013 budget. The proposal includes a Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF)
freeze that would prevent municipalities and counties from capturing any income tax revenue
growth during the next fiscal year. Based upon IML estimates, holding back LGDF growth will
cost municipalities and counties approximately $20 million to $50 million. This proposal would
cost the Village of Plainfield approximately $81,000.
MANAGEMENT SERVICES REPORT
No Report.
ENGINEER'S REPORT
No Report.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT
No Report.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT REPORT
Mr. Dean Marquez presented the Operations Report for April, 2012. Trustee Racich pointed out
the increase in building permits.
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT
No Report.
POLICE CHIEF'S REPORT
Trustee Fay moved to authorize the purchase of Barcode Evidence Analysis Statistics and
Tracking (BEAST) Evidence Management System Program, by Porter Lee Corporation in the
amount of $12,523.50 with an additional $875.00 yearly maintenance fee. Seconded by Trustee
Racich. Vote by roll call. Fay, yes; Lamb, yes; Peck, yes; Racich, yes; Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes.
6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
Commander Greco presented the PEMA Report for April, 2012 and the Operations Report for
April, 2012
Trustee Lamb acknowledged Chief Konopek and the Command Staff for their efforts preparing
for the NATO Summit and requested that the Chief prepare a report for the Board.
ATTORNEY'S REPORT
No Report.
Trustee Fay read the reminders.
Trustee Fay moved to adjourn. Seconded by Trustee Bonuchi. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0
opposed. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk