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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ MEETING |
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The Board of Commissioners of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois held its regular meeting on Monday, July 28, 2008. Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m. Answering to roll call were Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, Polk and O’Connor. Mayor Mahoney was not in attendance. Also in attendance were Carol Bryson, Village Clerk; Patricia Jones, Village Administrator; Tom Bayer, Village Attorney; Rachael Kaplan, Public Works Director; Joseph Miller, Police Chief; Steve Manning, Community Development Director; and Kathie May, Deputy Clerk. PUBLIC HEARING FOR APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009: Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor called to order a Public Hearing for the Appropriations Ordinance for fiscal year ending April 30, 2009 in the amount of $12,091,857.00. Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor stated that the public hearing is an opportunity for the residents to comment on the Appropriations Ordinance. She continued to say that for fiscal year 2009 the Village is requesting 17% less than last year. This fiscal year 2009, funds are budgeted for several items including a hydraulic lift, plow, one ton truck and a supervisor truck. It will also fund computer replacements, signage, drainage projects, and salt and stone for the Public Works Department. The Water Fund will cover the water tower painting project and yearly maintenance. Also included in the budget are new security cameras in the Metra commuter lot. With no comments being made Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor ended the Public Hearing. PRESENTATION BY TOM CROWHURST FOR CITIZENS ON PATROL SERVICE (COPS): Tom Crowhurst, spokesman for Citizens on Patrol (COPS), presented a check for $500.00 to the Palos Park Cadets from funds raised selling corn at the Taste of Palos. The money will be used toward scholarships for active cadets studying law enforcement in college. Cadet Ross Chibe accepted the check and thanked Mr. Crowhurst. Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor and Commissioner Polk both thanked the cadets and Mr. Crowhurst for their time. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JULY 14, 2008: Commissioner Milovich-Walters moved, seconded by Commissioner Pavlatos, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on July 14, 2008, as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -3- Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, and Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -1- Mayor Mahoney ABSTAIN: -1- Commissioner Polk COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS:COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS/RECREATION, NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS: SPRINKLER RESTRICTIONS: Commissioner Milovich-Walters reminded residents to adhere to the current sprinkling restrictions especially when the water tower goes off line for repairs. She wanted everyone to remember if you have an automatic irrigation system you can use it from midnight to 5:00 am. Manual sprinklers are to be used only during the hours of 7:00 am-11:00 am and 7:00 pm-midnight. If the Village needs to enact emergency water sprinkling restrictions, then addresses that end with an even number can water on even days of the month and vice a versa with the addresses that end with an odd number. APPROVAL OF RECREATION CENTER RENTAL RATES: Commissioner Milovich-Walters recommended increasing the Recreation Center rental rates 20% effective August 4, 2008. Upon reviewing rental rates from various other local Recreation Departments and Park Districts, Palos Park rental rates were lower in comparison. Recreation Center rental rates have not been increased since 2002. Commissioner Milovich-Walters moved, seconded by Commissioner Polk, to approve a 20% increase in rental rates for the Recreation Center effective August 4, 2008.. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -4- Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Polk, Pavlatos, and Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -1- Mayor Mahoney COMMISSIONER OF BUILDING & PUBLIC PROPERTY, JAMES PAVLATOS: Commissioner Pavlatos reported the Building Department issued 10 building permits totaling $1,808.00 in fees. The Building Department conducted 34 building inspections. One certificate of occupancy was issued. No exaction fees were collected. COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY, DANIEL POLK: SAFETY ALERT: Commissioner Polk reported that on July 18th four locations in Palos Park had reported thefts from their vehicles. In three instances, small items inside the vehicles were taken. The fourth vehicle was unlocked and the keys were inside the vehicle. That vehicle was taken from the residence. All four of these crimes occurred between 10:00 pm-7:00 am. Commissioner Polk reminded everyone to be vigilant, lock your car and do not leave the keys inside your car when parked, even in your driveway. E-MAIL NOTICE SYSTEM: Commissioner reminded residents of the Palos Park Police Department’s E-mail Notice System. The system will alert residents to potential hazards, risks or crime patterns that may be occurring in Palos Park. In turn, a resident can e-mail Chief Miller with any concerns. To join the E-Mail Notice System, simply e-mail Chief Joe Miller at jmiller@palospark.org or call him at the Palos Park Police Department. BICYCLE SAFETY HELMETS: Commissioner Polk announced the Palos Park Police are still offering free bicycle safety helmets to children and adults of Palos Park who may need one. This is the seventh year the Palos Park Police have provided helmets to the residents. Head injuries and falls from bicycles are often times the main reason children visit emergency rooms during the summer months. Palos Park Police hope that by issuing the helmets they can prevent head injuries to children riding bicycles. Commissioner Polk also commented that even the Palos Park Police wear bike helmets when riding. COFFEE WITH THE COMMISH: Commissioner Polk announced a new program, “Coffee with the Commish”. Commissioner Polk will have more information in the weeks to come, but he will begin meeting with residents to go over concerns or suggestions that they may have. The hours will vary to accommodate everyone’s schedules. COMMISSIONER OF ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE, MARY O’CONNOR: ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2009: Commissioner Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Milovich-Walters, to adopt an annual Appropriations Ordinance for Fiscal Year ending April 30, 2009 in the amount of $12,091,857.00. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -4- Commissioners Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, and Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -1- Mayor Mahoney ADMINISTRATORS REPORT: Patricia Jones attended a meeting today in Bridgeview sponsored by U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3) regarding options for increasing service on Metra’s SouthWest Service line specifically on the weekend. Administrator Jones stated that perhaps as early as February 2009, Metra will provide Saturday service. Metra is talking about two trains into downtown and two trains back in the afternoon. More trains could be added in the future based on ridership. Administrator Jones will report back to Council when more information becomes available. CONSENT AGENDA: ALL ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE ROUTINE OR HAVE BEEN BROUGHT FORWARD AT THE DIRECTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND WILL BE ENACTED WITH ONE MOTION. IF DISCUSSION IS DESIRED, THAT ITEM WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY. Commissioner Milovich-Walters moved, seconded by Commissioner Polk to: 1. APPROVE THE VILLAGE’S GROUP HEALTH, DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE PLANS EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2008. 2. TO APPROVE SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING RAFFLE LICENSE AND WAIVE RAFFLE MANAGER BOND FOR RAFFLE TO BE HELD ON AUGUST 16, 2008 3. APPROVAL OF WAIVER OF THIRTY DAY COMMENT PERIOD FOR HIDDEN ACRES LOCATED AT 129TH AND 84TH AVENUE IN PALOS TOWNSHIP FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 4. TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF INVOICES ON THE WARRANT LIST DATED JULY 28, 2008 IN THE AMOUNT OF $87,135.16 On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -4- Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Polk, Pavlatos, and Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor. NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -1- Mayor Mahoney OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: None ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Commissioner Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Milovich Walters, to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -4- Commissioners Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, and Mayor Pro Tem O’Connor NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -1- Mayor Mahoney _________________________________ Kathie May |