HomeMy Public PortalAbout05-13-2013 COW MinutesMinutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop of the President and the Board of Trustees Held on May 13 , 2013 In the Boardroom Mayor Collins called the meeting to order at 7:0 5 p.m. Present were: Trustee Peck, Trustee Racich , Trustee Rippy (7:07 p.m.) T rustee Bonuchi , Trustee Fay, and Trustee Lamb,. Others present: Brian Murphy, Administrator; Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk; Allen Persons, Public Works Director; Randy Jessen, Public Improvements Inspector; Scott Threewitt, Staff Engineer; Michael Garrig an, Planning Supervisor; and Kevin Greco , Police Commander . There were 8 persons in the audience. Trustee Fay moved to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting and Committee of the Whole Workshop held on April 8 , 2013. Seconded by Trustee Lamb . Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed. Motion carried. PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS None TRUSTEES COMMENTS None PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Heath Wright stated that Trustee Peck should recuse himself from voting on items pertaining to Carl Bryant as well as the Plainfield P ark District. Mr. Wright asked Trustee Peck not to sign a contract with the Plainfield Park District. Trustee Rippy arrived at 7:07 p.m. WORKSHOP #1 CMAP GRANT PRESENTATION Mr. Lou Hausmann gave a presentation regarding the draft CMAP Transportation Pla n. Mr. Hausmann stated that all comments will be included in the completed document that will be brought back to the Village Board for formal approval at the June 3, 2013 Village Board Meeting. Trustee Lamb: • Stated that he is happy to see that pedestrian and bike programs are up front. • Stated that sidewalks needed by schools should be a high priority. • Suggested looking into using the StarLine property as a bus terminal. • Suggested keeping good driveway access in mind. Trustee Bonuchi: • Stated that the repo rt is excellent. • Thanked staff for helping to get grant funds.
Minutes Committee of the Whole Workshop – May 13 , 2013 Page 2 of 2 Trustee Racich: • Stated that the report is comprehensive and manageable. • Commented on the increasing Pace Bus ridership. Trustee Rippy agreed with looking into using the StarLine property for a bus terminal. Mayor Collins read the reminders. Trustee Fay moved to adjourn. Seconded by Trustee Racich . Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk