HomeMy Public PortalAbout06-23-2014 COW MinutesMinutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop of the President and the Board of Trustees Held on June 23, 2014 In the Boardroom Trustee Rippy called the meeting to order at 7:0 0 p.m. Present were: Trustee Rippy, Trustee Bonuchi, Trustee Fay ,Trustee Lamb, Trustee Peck, and Trustee Racich, Board absent: Mayor Collins. Others present: Brian Murphy, Administrator; Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk; Allen Persons, Public Works Dir ector; Scott Threewitt, Lead Engineer; Randy Jessen, Public Improvements Supervisor; Steve Amann, Engineer; Michael Garrigan, Planning Supervisor; Dean Marquez, Building Supervisor; and John Konopek, Chief of Police. There were approximately 1 9 persons i n the audience. Trustee Rippy moved to appoint Trustee Bonuchi as the Chair for this evening ’s meeting. Second by Trustee Racich. Vote by roll call. Rippy, yes; Bonuchi, yes; Fay, yes; Lamb, yes; Peck, yes ; Racich, yes. 6 yes, 0 no . Motion carried. Trustee Fay moved to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting and Committee of the Whole Workshop held on May 12 , 2014. Second by Trustee Peck. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 Opposed. PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS None TRUSTEES COMMENTS Trustee Fay commented on the great turn out for the Relay for Life event and thanked everyone involved. Trustee Rippy stated that the Relay for Life event is a truly good event for a worthy cause. PUBLIC COMMENTS None WORKSHOP MEETING #1 ROWHOMES AT PRAIRIE CREEK Mr. Garrigan stated that the applicant has submitted a revised land plan in an attempt to address a number of concerns that were addressed by the Board at the May 19, 2014 meeting. The applicant is seeking approval of a rezoning to R -4, Special Use for a Plan ned Development, Site Plan, and preliminary and final plat approval. Several representatives for the applicant gave a presentation highlighting floodplain, zoning, land plan, and elevations. Mr. Steve Amann, Engineer, reviewed what determines the 100 -5 00 year flood and that those events are based on probability. Mr. Amann confirmed that this particular area has not flooded. Mr. Garrigan pointed out that during the flood of 1996, this area was high and dry. Mr. Amann also confirmed that this developme nt would not negatively impact the neighboring homes. Trustee Lamb suggested testing the soi l to see if is permeable or clay, to locate the previous stud ies relating to flooding and the impact of construction on flooding in the area , and to provide them t o the Board. Trustee Lamb indicated that he would like to see more improvements on the elevations. Trustee Racich stated that he too would like to see the studies . Trustee Bonuchi suggested working more on the design and also expressed concern with acce ss. Administrator Murphy stated that staff will continue to work with the applicant.
Village of Plainfield Meeting Minutes – June 23 , 2014 Page 2 #2 UPDATE ON CAPITAL PROJECTS Ms. Tera Orbon, Baxter and Woodman, gave a presentation regarding the Renwick Road Project highlighting impacts and efforts, existing roa dway section, existing land use, funding and agency involvement. Ms. Orbon stated that they will be submitting a grant application soon. Ms. Darcie Gabrisko, Strand Associates, gave a presentation regarding the status of the Lockport Street ByPass and r eviewed the 3 remaining alternates 1A, 2, and 4 and the preliminary costs . Based on the impacts of the alternates, Strand Associates recommends Alternate 1A. Ms. Gabrisko reviewed the next steps including providing cross sections of Alternate 1A near uti lity towers to ComEd, meeting with the Park District, and submitting a final report. Trustee Bonuchi read the reminders. Trustee Fay moved to adjourn. Seconded by Trustee Peck. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 Opposed. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk