Minutes - 09/13/2016 - Board of Trustees
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REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK
BROOK APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees was called to order by President
Gopal Lalmalani in the Samuel E. Dean Board Room of the Butler Government Center at
7:04 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was given.
2. ROLL CALL
Village Clerk Charlotte Pruss called the roll with the following persons
PRESENT: President Gopal Lalmalani, Trustees Donald Adler, John Baar, Michael
Manzo, Mark Moy, Edward Tiesenga, Asif Yusuf
ABSENT: None
IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Rick Ginex; Acting Finance Director Jason
Paprocki, Village Attorney Stewart Diamond; Development Services Director Bob
Kallien; Information Technology Director Jim Fox; Police Chief Jim Kruger; Fire Chief
Barry Liss; Public Works Director Doug Patchin, Golf Club Manager Sean Creed, Library
Director Sue Madorin, Bath & Tennis Club Manager Chris Thompson
3. PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS
President Lalmalani remarked about the 911 Memorial ceremony held on September 11th
and thanked staff members for putting together the event.
President Lalmalani then discussed a proposed development in the Oak Brook Hills area in
Westmont which is a concern to neighboring Oak Brook residents in relation to the
project’s density, traffic, lighting and public safety issues.
President Lalmalani mentioned the Islamic holiday event which just began. Trustee Yusuf
explained the significance of this event.
4. RESIDENT/VISITOR COMMENTS
Resident-George Charuk discussed his concerns about the Bath & Tennis Club shortened
pool opening hours.
Resident-Manish Shah praised the tennis courts at the Bath & Tennis Club and expressed
concerns about closure. He requested that an advisory committee be formed if closure is
considered. President Lalmalani clarified that there are no plans to close the Bath & Tennis
Club and stated that there would be a Committee-of-the-Whole meeting in October seeking
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public input on the Sports Core and Bath & Tennis Club. Trustee Manzo stated that there
are financial concerns with the Bath & Tennis Club.
Resident-Lyn Tietz spoke about the Bath & Tennis Club and urged checking with other
pool and tennis clubs to see how they operate.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Special Executive Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2016
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve the Minutes of the
Special Executive Meeting of May 18, 2016. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
B. Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2016
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve the Minutes of the
Regular Executive Meeting of July 12, 2016. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
C. Regular Board of Trustees Meeting of August 9, 2016
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve the Minutes of the
Regular Executive Meeting of August 9, 2016. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine in nature and will be enacted
in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member
so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and
considered as the first item after approval of the Consent Agenda.
A. Accounts Payables:
For Period Ending August 18, 2016 - $1,029,487.10
For Period Ending September 8, 2016 - $1,124,860.66
Significant Items included in Above:
1) Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni & Krafthefer, P.C., - Legal Services –
July 2016 - $9,767.50 (FY16 – YTD - $51,441.26)
2) Rathje Woodward, LLC - Legal Services - July 2016 - $3,333.33 (FY16 – YTD -
$26,633.31)
3) Clark, Baird, Smith, LLP – Legal Services – July 2016 - $3,907.50 (FY16 – YTD -
$6,120.50)
TOTAL LEGAL BUDGET FOR 2016 IS $449,000 - TOTAL LEGAL BILLS
PAID FOR 2016- YTD - $111,131.81
4) DuPage Convention & Visitors Bureau – August 2016 – FY17 Co Op Advertising -
$61,301.47
5) Tyler Technologies Munis Software Maintenance – Annual Renewal License Fees
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- $50,319.01
6) Christopher B. Burke Eng. LTD – 2016 Street Improvement Project Construction
Engineering Services – Payout #3 - $53,921.32
7) J.A. Johnson Paving – 2016 Street Improvement Project – Payout #3 - $456,704.20
8) Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc. – Unit #501 Vehicle Replacement - $48,514.00
9) Health Care Service Corporation – HMO Premiums – August 2016 - $33,918.22
10) Health Care Service Corporation – HMO Premiums – September 2016 -
$29,270.59
11) Health Care Service Corporation – PPO Claims & Premiums – July 2016 -
$158,969.11
12) Oak Brook Fire Pension – Retro Contributions – January 1, 2016 through August 4,
2016 - $37,699.25
13) Paramedic Services of Illinois – Contract Paramedics – August 2016 - $43,009.00
14) DuPage Water Commission – O & M Costs – July 2016 - $622,459.20
15) Wright Automotive, Inc. – Unit #450 Vehicle Replacement - $26,961.00
B. Approval of Payroll:
1) For Pay Period Ending August 13, 2016 - $787,455.47
2) For Pay Period Ending August 27, 2016 - $811,158.12
C. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts:
1) Public Works Fuel Island Concrete Replacement
2) Customized Fire Department Utility Truck
D. Budget Adjustments
1) Police – Transfer from Salaries Overtime to Salaries Part-time
E. Ordinances & Resolutions
1) ORDINANCE 2016- LC-AL-G-1085, An Ordinance Amending Title 4, Chapter 1,
Section 8A of the Village Code of the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois by Increasing
by One to Two the Number of Authorized Class I Liquor Licenses (AMC Theaters
Oakbrook Center 12)
2) ORDINANCE 2016- LC-AL-G-1086, An Ordinance Amending Title 4, Chapter 1,
Section 8A of the Village Code of the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois by Increasing
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by One to Twenty-Eight the Number of Authorized Class A-1 Liquor Licenses
(Nando’s of Oakbrook)
3) RESOLUTION 2016-WA-DGSD-IGA-REPEAL-R-1585, A Resolution Repealing
Resolution R-1554
4) RESOLUTION 2016-BGC-RNV-R-1587, A Resolution Approving and
Authorizing the Award and Execution of a Contract for the Butler Government
Center Restroom Renovations Project By and Between the Village of Oak Brook
and Happ Builders, Inc
5) ORDINANCE 2016-PP-S-1471, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale through
Electronic Auction or Broker, Donation or Disposal of Certain Items of Personal
Property Owned By the Village of Oak Brook
F. DuPage Mayors & Managers Conference 2016-2017 Membership Dues and Dept
Assessment
G. Change Order for 2016 Road Construction on Windsor Drive Road Rehab after Water
Main Break
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve the Consent Agenda
with the exception of Items 6.A.4, 6.C.2, 6.E.3, 6.E.4, and 6.G. and authorize
expenditures as presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
6.A.4 DuPage Convention & Visitors Bureau – August 2016 – FY17 Co Op
Advertising - $61,301.47
Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Baar, to approve this significant
expenditure.
In response to an inquiry from Trustee Manzo, it was affirmed that this is a quarterly
payment. Trustee Manzo requested year-to-date information for this item.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
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Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
6.C.2 Customized Fire Department Utility Truck
This item was moved for discussion to coincide with Agenda Item 9.C.
6.E.3 RESOLUTION 2016-WA-DGSD-IGA-REPEAL-R-1585, A Resolution
Repealing Resolution R-1554
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve this resolution.
Trustee Tiesenga requested an explanation of the reason for the repeal and Village
Attorney Diamond explained the statutory requirements, including reimbursement for lost
water revenues. He stated that Downers Grove Sanitary District did not agree to this.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
6.E.4 RESOLUTION 2016-BGC-RNV-R-1587, A Resolution Approving and
Authorizing the Award and Execution of a Contract for the Butler Government
Center Restroom Renovations Project By and Between the Village of Oak
Brook and Happ Builders, Inc.
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve this resolution.
Trustee Tiesenga expressed concern about the length of this 200-page contract. Village
Attorney Diamond replied that the Village’s standard contract is about 19 pages and the
remainder has been added by the contractor. Discussion ensued regarding it not being
necessary to have entire contracts or frivolous additions in the Board packet.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
6.G. Change Order for 2016 Road Construction on Windsor Drive Road Rehab after
Water Main Break
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo, to approve this consent
agenda item.
Trustee Tiesenga commended Public Works Director Patchin for figuring out how to
handle this issue. Trustee Tiesenga mentioned the Baxter-Woodman Survey in relation to
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the water mains. Trustee Adler requested an explanation and Public Works Director
Patchin provided the history of the Windsor Drive water main break and subsequent
actions needed. Trustee Adler and Public Works Director Patchin discussed the financial
issue regarding this project.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
8. BOARD & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
A. York Road Associates LLC – Clearwater Development – Variations
Motion by Trustee Moy, seconded by Trustee Manzo, that the Village Board approve
the requested variations to Section 13-10E-3C.1, Section 13-10E-2C.1, and Section 13-
12-3C of the Village Code for the Clearwater Development to permit the construction
of 120 additional parking spaces and additional landscaping subject to the following
conditions:
1. Development is to be in substantial conformance with the plans as
revised and submitted including meeting all conditions listed in items 1
through 5 of the Recommendation section of this memorandum, and
2. Adoption of an Ordinance necessary to grant the requested Variations
which Ordinance the Village Attorney shall by this motion be directed
to prepare for consideration at the October 11, 2016 Board of Trustees
meeting.
Development Services Director Kallien stated that Plan Commission Chairman Marcia
Tropinski and the Clearwater development team are present to address any concerns or
questions. He provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the overall site parking plan.
Trustee Baar expressed concerns about this parking site plan and requested that more of the
corner be preserved for green space. Plan Commission Chairman Tropinski provided
further explanation for the additional parking and landscaping regarding this project. Civil
Engineer Brent McQueen, from Mackie Consultants, responded to an expressed concern
about parking space widths. It was affirmed that this variation request passed out of the
Plan Commission unanimously. Questions were addressed by Development Services
Director Kallien and additional comments were made about parking and traffic.
Tim Doron, Senior Traffic Consultant with Sam Schwartz Engineering Traffic
Consultants, discussed the performed parking study. Bridget O’Keefe, attorney for York
Road Associates, LLC, also addressed the parking issues. Discussion ensued regarding
possibly eliminating two parking spaces. John Grissim, of Lincoln Property, explained the
ratio of the office parking spaces. Consensus to amend the motion to read “118” additional
parking spaces.
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ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
B. York Road Associates LLC – Clearwater Development – Special Use Amendment
Motion by Trustee Moy, seconded by Trustee Manzo, that the Village Board concur
with the recommendations from the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals
approving the requested special use amendment for the Clearwater Development to
permit the construction of additional parking spaces and landscaping subject to the
following conditions:
1. Development is to be in substantial conformance with the plans as
revised and submitted including meeting all conditions listed in items 1
through 6 of the Recommendation Section of this memorandum, and
2. Adoption of an Ordinance necessary to grant the requested Special
Use which Ordinance the Village Attorney shall by this motion be
directed to prepare for consideration at the October 11, 2016 Board of
Trustees meeting.
Trustee Baar thanked Mr. Grissim and his team. Development Services Director Kallien
mentioned that a restaurant will be added, and Mr. Grissim affirmed that it will be Egg
Harbor.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
9. ACTIVE BUSINESS
A. RESOLUTION 2016-GOLF-GREENS-R-1586, A Resolution Authorizing the
Execution of a Third Amendment to the Fourth Modification to the Butler National
Range Operations Agreement
Motion by Trustee Adler, seconded by Trustee Manzo, that the Village Board
approve Resolution 2016-Golf-Greens-R-1586, A Resolution Authorizing The
Execution of A Third Amendment To The Fourth Modification To The Butler
National Range Operations Agreement.
Trustee Adler discussed the history of this Agreement, and inquired regarding the cost and
responsibilities of removing the elevated target greens. Village Attorney Diamond stated
that this Agreement only modifies the dollar amount and the term of the Agreement, and
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Golf Club Manager Creed affirmed that it is the responsibility of Butler to remove the
elevated target greens. Some discussion ensued regarding the Village’s special events.
David Lind, President of Butler National Golf Course, came to the podium and made some
brief remarks.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
B. Cell Telephone Carrier Lease Discussion
Trustee Tiesenga introduced this item and Information Technology Director Fox provided
a PowerPoint presentation illustrating the history of the cell tower and an update regarding
existing conditions. Mike Howley, of Insight, representing Verizon Wireless, discussed
options regarding construction of a new tower, modification of the current tower, and
relocation costs. Opinions were expressed.
C. RESOLUTION 2016-FD-V-LS-R-1588, A Resolution Approving the Waiver of
Competitive Bidding and Authorizing a Lease to Own Agreement Relative to a Fire
Rescue Engine
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Moy, that the Village Board waive
further bidding since the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) has already
conducted the bid process and lease to own one 2016 Pierce Enforcer Rescue Engine
through Pierce Manufacturing in the amount of $744,579 and authorize to seek a 10
year vehicle lease agreement through JP Morgan Chase.
Trustee Baar introduced this item. Fire Chief Liss explained the critical need for this
vehicle. Public Works Director talked about the repairs necessary and lack of available
replacement parts for the current equipment. Fire Chief Liss clarified what equipment is
being replaced and what would be held in reserve. Questions were asked and addressed by
Fire Chief Liss and Public Works Director Patchin. Opinions were expressed regarding
leasing, purchasing or deferring the expenditure, base model versus customized, and bids
submitted through the HGAC. Lengthy discussion continued, including the additional
pension contributions. Village Attorney Diamond stated that there are two separate
matters, one being buying the truck without competitive bidding, where four Trustees must
be in favor without the President voting. He added that a motion is needed regarding how
to purchase it, then at the next meeting a motion and 2/3 vote (five) is needed to amend the
budget, with the President voting.
Trustee Baar called the question on the original motion.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 3 – Trustees Baar, Moy, Tiesenga
Nays: 3 – Trustees Adler, Manzo, Yusuf
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Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion failed.
Motion by Trustee Yusuf, seconded by Trustee Adler, that the Village Board waive
further bidding, since the Houston-Galveston Area Council has already conducted
the bid process, and make an outright purchase of a 2016 Pierce Enforcer Rescue
Engine through Pierce Manufacturing in the amount of $744,579, subject to
adjustments to the budget to be made at the next meeting.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Moy, Yusuf
Nays: 2 – Trustees Manzo, Tiesenga
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
6.C.2 Customized Fire Department Utility Truck
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Adler, that the Village Board authorize
staff to prepare specifications and solicit competitive requests for proposals for the
purchase of a modified utility truck for use by the Fire Department’s Dive, Hazardous
Materials and Technical Rescue response teams.
Trustee Baar explained the necessity of this item. Fire Chief Liss provided a PowerPoint
presentation illustrating the issues with the current 1999 utility vehicle and a financial
breakdown. Opinions were expressed and questions were addressed by Fire Chief Liss.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
D. RESOLUTION 2016-PW-V-MAINT-AG-R-1591, A Resolution Waiving
Competitive Bidding and Authorizing the Execution of a Professional Services
Agreement Between the Village of Oak Brook and Mercury Associates, Inc. in
Relation to Fleet Management Consulting Services
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo, that the Village Board
waive bidding and approve a Professional Services Agreement with Mercury
Associates, Inc. to provide Fleet Management Consulting Services.
Trustee Manzo commented on this item.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
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Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
E. Heritage Center Exterior Renovations and Improvements Project
1) RESOLUTION 2016-BSLMUSEUM-CNTRCT-R-1589, A Resolution Approving
and Authorizing the Award and Execution of a Contract for the 2016 Heritage
Center Exterior Renovations and Improvements Project By and Between the
Village Of Oak Brook and Troop Contracting, Inc. (Option #1)
No motion was made for Option #1.
2) RESOLUTION 2016-BSLMUSEUM-CNTRCT-R-1590, A Resolution Approving
and Authorizing the Award and Execution of a Contract for the 2016 Heritage
Center Exterior Renovations and Improvements Project By and Between the
Village Of Oak Brook and Troop Contracting, Inc. (Option #2)
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo, that the Village Board
award a contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Troop Contracting,
Inc., Willowbrook, Illinois, for the Heritage Center Exterior Renovations and
Improvements Project in the amount of $105,000 (alternate bid amount); and that the
Village Board approves Resolution R-1590.
Trustee Tiesenga discussed this item. Village Attorney Diamond stated that if this Motion
passes, the number will be changed to R-1589. Comments were made.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Adler, Baar, Manzo, Moy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 0 – None
Motion carried.
10. INFORMATION & UPDATES
A. Village Manager
Village Manager Ginex thanked Fire Chief Liss for a very moving 911 ceremony. He
remarked that he and Development Services Director Kallien met with the new general
manager for General Growth Properties.
B. Village Clerk
Village Clerk Pruss discussed voter registration for the upcoming general election. She
stated that the consolidated election is April 4th and mentioned the deadline for petitions.
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C. Trustees
Trustee Tiesenga remarked about the Ronald McDonald House Charity. He mentioned
the status of the “Map Amendment” legislation and the Illinois Supreme Court decision
Trustee Manzo remarked on the 911 ceremony, and Westmont’s decision regarding Oak
Brook Hills. He also responded to comments made earlier about the Sports Core. He also
urged being fiscally conservative.
Trustee Baar also mentioned the Sport Core and the 911 ceremony.
Trustee Moy also commented on the 911 ceremony and the Sports Core.
Trustee Adler discussed the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting scheduled for October. He
remarked about a recent Hotel Committee meeting and a request from the Committee to
consider additional leeway from the funds.
Trustee Yusuf also remarked about the 911 ceremony, the Sports Core and urged people
to vote in the general election.
D. Village Attorney
Village Attorney Diamond thanked the Board for a very interesting meeting.
E. Village President
Public Works Director Patchin discussed the 22nd Street beautification and pedestrian
access.
Golf Club Manager Creed remarked that this is the best time to golf.
Bath & Tennis Club Manager thanked the residents for their input and discussed proposed
improvements to increase the members’ experience.
Acting Finance Director Paprocki discussed that they are moving forward with budget
meetings.
Fire Chief Liss announced that the Department is the recipient of a Federal Financial
Assistance Grant toward the purchase of a self-contained breathing apparatus. He also
talked about the hybrid tollway billing process, and a grant from IRMA toward stretcher
cots and lifts to reduce workers’ compensation claims. He thanked everyone for the
comments made about the 911 ceremony.
Development Services Director Kallien spoke about a recent meeting with Dan Cronin ,
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/s/ Charlotte K. Pruss
Charlotte K. Pruss
Village Clerk
and also the Drake Hotel/York Woods project.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Yusuf, seconded by Trustee Tiesenga, to adjourn the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Trustees at 11:16 p.m. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.