Village of Palos Park Board of Commissioners met Aug. 10.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
The Board of Commissioners of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois held its regular meeting on Monday, August 10, 2020. Mayor Mahoney called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Answering to roll call were Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Polk, Pavlatos, Reed and Mayor Mahoney.
Also in attendance were Marie Arrigoni, Village Clerk; Tom Bayer, Village Attorney; Howard Jablecki, Assistant Village Attorney; Lauren Pruss, Community Development Director; Allen Altic, Finance Director, Joe Miller, Police Chief; Kathie May, Community Development Coordinator, and Lisa Boyle, Deputy Clerk.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JULY 13, 2020: Commissioner Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Milovich-Walters, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on July 13, 2020 as presented.
On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
AYES: -5- Commissioners Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, Reed and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS: -O
ABSENT: -O
RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS: COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT: Zoning Board of Appeals Chairman, David Lencioni, retired and resigned from the Zoning Board of Appeals leaving a vacancy. John Marsh is a long-time resident and has served on the Zoning Board since 2013. Mayor Mahoney made a recommendation to approve the appointment of John Marsh to the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the Chairman vacancy expiring June 1, 2025.
Commissioner Reed moved, seconded by Commissioner Polk, to approve the appointment of John Marsh as Zoning Board of Appeals Chairman for a term to expire June 1, 2025.
On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
AYES: -5- Commissioners Reed, Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS: -0
ABSENT:-0
HEARINGS: None
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 Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Milovich-Walters to:
A. ratify payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated July 27, 2020 in the amount of $41,433.59
B. pass resolution 2020-R-11 approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for Coronavirus Relief Funds. The resolution states that the Village of Palos Park enter in to an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook Count to participate in the County's allocation of Coronaviurs Relief Funds received under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act"). Cook County received approximately $429 million of Coronavirus Relief Funds from the United States Treasury under the CARES Act. Cook County is allocating $51 million of the $429 million to suburban municipalities to reimburse them for direct expenses related to COVID-19. The Village's allocable share is $168,866.08. Cook County requires the signing of an Intergovernmental Agreement prior to release of funds for direct expenses to the Village
C. approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated August 10, 2020 in the amount of $40,034.90
D. approve the Supplemental Warrant List dated August 10, 2020 for manual checks, payroll, and recurring wire transfers in the amount of $393,292.11
On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
AYES: -5- Commissioners Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, Reed and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS:-O
ABSENT:-0
OLD BUSINESS: None
BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS:
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR PC 2020-01 DENIAL: Commissioner Reed presented. The Plan Commission held a public hearing on July 16, 2020 and recommended a motion for denial for PC 2020-01 in regard to an application filed by Ramon Ceballos requesting that the Village vacate both halves of the 84th Avenue ROW that is adjacent to the west property line of 11548 south Walnut Ridge Drive, south of Calumet Sag Road, and north of 116th Street in Palos Park, IL. Further finding, the Plan Commission Board motioned for the Village Council to review pricing and language regarding the current ROW Vacation Code to be based on the size of the property
Commissioner Pavlatos made a comment that this affects the neighbors and forces them to purchase the other half when they did not plan to do so. Also, he added that an addition is not being built that would affect a setback and he agrees with the neighbors in their disapproval. Commissioner Polk agreed with Commissioner Pavlatos on his statements.
Commissioner Reed made two (2) motions: 1. To adopt the findings of the Plan Commission to deny the application of the occupant pursuant to Section 1020.02 (©)(2) 2. To adopt the findings of the Plan Commission and the staff that additional analysis is required regarding the pricing for the sale of a ROW as outlined in Section 1020.02 (c)(2) of the Village Code in that staff bring this matter to further discussion to the Council at a later meeting.
On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
AYES: -5- Commissioners Reed, Polk, Milovich-Walters, Pavlatos, and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS: -O
ABSENT:-0
Mayor Mahoney recommended the time frame of the first Council meeting in October for the staff to outline to the Council issues involved with the potential Ordinance regarding the review of street vacations and pricing. Residents will be informed of the timeline and progress accordingly.
INFORMATION & UPDATES:
COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS AND STREETS/RECREATION & PARKS, NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS:
2020 WATER MAIN SYSTEM LEAK SURVEY: The Illinois Department of Natural Resources requires the Village to report Lake Michigan water usage on an annual basis for the purpose of reducing the amount of unaccounted water flow. Palos Park has maintained a low number, however, as our water main ages the Village needs to be more vigilant in its efforts to determine locations where water is being lost through defects in the water mains, fittings, or hydrants. Public Works is seeking approval to have 24.8 miles of pipe surveyed for leaks which is approximately 50% of our system. By being proactive we can stay ahead of IDNR requirements, and the Village can reduce the costs of operating our water system. Evan a small leak over time will result in a loss of revenue. Public Works requested proposals from three companies that have worked in our area for the 2020 program. Two proposals were submitted. The first is from M.E. Simpson who completed the last leak survey in 2018. Their all-inclusive cost was $5,925.00. The second proposal was from Associated Technical Services (ATS) who typically does our emergency leak locates. Their proposed all-inclusive cost was $6,550.00. This work was budgeted for and would be paid for from the Water Fund under yearly maintenance items.
Commissioner Milovich-Walters moved, seconded by Commissioner Polk to approve the 2020 Water Main Leak Survey proposal from M.E. Simpson for a cost of $5,925.00.
On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
AYES: -5- Commissioners Milovich-Walters, Polk, Pavlatos, Reed and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS: -0
ABSENT:-0
COMMISSIONER OF BUILDING & PUBLIC PROPERTY, G. DARRYL REED:
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BUILDING DEPARTMENT REPORT: Commissioner Reed reported the Building Department processed thirty-four (34) permits from July 8, 2020 – August 4, 2020 resulting in $54,375.79 in permit fees. Thirty-four (34) inspections were completed during this time period. Year to date total in fees $326,913.19
COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY, DANIEL POLK:
POLICE ACTIVITY REPORT: Commissioner Polk reported the Police Department received 3,298 calls for service from July 13, 2020 through August 9, 2020. Palos Park Police also issued 91 adjudication tickets, 11 traffic tickets, 71 written warnings, 65 verbal warnings, completed 43 case reports, arrested 8 adults, 1 juvenile, 2 impounds, 57 senior checks, 95 citizen assists and numerous community contacts.
2020 COP ON TOP SPECIAL OLYMPICS FUNRAISING UPDATE: Due to Covid-19, the main fundraising event of the year, Cop On Top, has been cancelled. In order to continue to raise funds for Illinois Special Olympics, Law Enforcement Torch Run t-shirts, hats and pins are available for purchase at the Police Department at the Kaptur Center.
CAREER DAY - WOMEN & POLICING: On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 11:00 am in the Village Council Room, Palos Park Police Officers will offer an overview in a career in law enforcement for young men and women.
COMMISSIONER OF ACCOUNTS AND FINANCES, JAMES PAVLATOS: Commissioner Pavlatos had no formal report this evening,
MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Mahoney had no formal report this evening. CLERK'S REPORT: Clerk Arrigoni had no formal report this evening.
MANAGER'S REPORT: Manager Boehm was not present and no formal report this evening.
CITIZENS AND VISITORS COMMENT PERIOD: None
ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: There being no further business, Commissioner Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Milovich-Walters, to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 p.m.
Upon voice vote, the motion passed with 5 yes votes.
AYES: -5- Commissioners Polk, Milovich-Walters, Reed, Pavlatos, and Mayor Mahoney
NAYS: -0.
ABSENT:-0
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