Minutes - 04/24/2012 - Board of Trustees (2)MINUTES OF THE APRIL 24, 2012 REGULAR MEETING OF
THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
MAY 8, 2012.
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
7:02 p.m. 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 Stelios Aktipis, Michael Manzo, Mark
Moy, Gerald Wolin, Asif Yusuf, and Elaine Zannis.
ABSENT: None.
IN ATTENDANCE: David Niemeyer, Village Manager; Blaine Wing, Assistant Village
Manager; Robert L. Kallien, Jr., Director of Community Development;
Sharon Dangles, Finance Director; Tom McEllin, Fire Chief; Sue Madorin,
Library Director; Mike Hullihan, Public Works Director; James Kruger,
Police Chief; Trey VanDyke, Sports Core Director; and Peter Friedman,
Village Attorney.
PRESIDENT'S OPENING COMMENTS
President Lalmalani reported that residents and businesses of Oak Brook have saved over
$300,000 on their electric costs in the last three months. Those who did not opt -out of the
Electric Aggregation Program began receiving electric service from Integrys Energy
Services. He stated over 3,100 electric accounts are participating in the program. Eligible
residents and businesses can still sign up online at www.integrysenergy.com /oakbrook or
by calling 877 -548 -8795.
President Lalmalani stated that the Village received notice from the Illinois Department of
Commerce and Economic Opportunity regarding the approval of a $187,800 Sport Core
Improvement grant that was initially submitted 3 years ago by former Senator Dan
Cronin. The grant will cover costs associated with the repair, renovation, and
improvements of the
Sports Core facilities. He thanked County Board Chairman Dan Cronin, Senator
Sandack, and Representative Nybo for getting the grant approved.
President Lalmalani announced that he and Manager Niemeyer will travel to Springfield
to participate in IML Lobby Day. He stated that they will be lobbying legislators on
issues important to all municipalities and pushing for legislation of specific concern to
Oak Brook. He also stated that they will be asking the legislators for assurance that they
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will not change the state sales tax formulas in a way that would hurt Oak Brook. He
further stated that they will seek legislators support for the Village's upcoming grant
application for the 22nd Street streetscape improvement from Salt Creek to 1 -294, and to
find out what other grant opportunities are available to Oak Brook.
President Lalmalani announced that DuPage Medical Group is moving one of its clinics to
the Oak Brook Promenade, the ground breaking for Pin Stripes will be in a couple of
weeks, and Seasons 52 Restaurant will be opening on May 2151
President Lalmalani welcomed County Board Member Michael Ledonne and thanked him
for attending the meeting.
County Board Member Michael Ledonne thanked President Lalmalani and the Trustees
for the invitation. He stated that he is honored to represent District 2 on the County Board
and will do his utmost to bring the benefits of county government to the citizens of Oak
Brook.
4. RESMENTNISITOR COMMENT
Resident Al Knuth expressed his concern with the IBLP and their plans for the Drake
Hotel and asked the Board to be cautious when making any decision regarding this issue.
Resident Candy Papuga expressed her concern with the continued tollway noise and asked
for an update of the recent study conducted.
Public Works Director Hullihan gave an update of the tollway noise study and next steps
the Village will be taking. He also stated that information has been given to Homeowners
Association Presidents regarding this issue.
Other residents and visitors who signed up to speak will do so during the agenda item.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OF APRIL 10, 2012
Motion by Trustee Wolin, seconded by Trustee Yusuf to approve the minutes of the
Regular Board of Trustees Meeting of April 10, 2012. 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 Payable for Period Ending April 20, 2012 - $692,994.35
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Significant Items included in Above:
1) Holland & Knight LLP — Legal Services - February, 2012 - $13,862.04
(FYI 2 — YTD - $34,265.24)
2) Odelson & Sterk , Ltd. — Legal Services — December, 2011 and March, 2012 -
$37.46
(FY 12 — YTD - $4,867.35)
3) Hervas, Condon & Bersani, P.C. - Legal Services - March, 2012 - $1,286.50
(FY12 — YTD - $7,173.68)
4) Rathje & Woodward, LLC — Prosecution Services — March, 2012 - $3,333.33
(FYI 2 — YTD - $10,023.70)
5) DuPage Water Commission - March, 2012 - $206,958.22
B. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending April 14, 2012 - $648,659.27
C. Community Development Referrals
1) Grud/Schneider Estates Subdivision — 3213 York Road — Final Plat
D. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts —NONE
E. Award of Contracts
1) Unit 503 — Plow/Dump Truck Replacement —Purchase of Plow/Dump Truck
from Prairie /Archway International Trucks for $145,960.
F. Budget Adjustments — NONE
G. Ordinances & Resolutions
1) ORDINANCE 2012 -PP -S -1336, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale, Donation or
Disposal of Certain Items of Personal Property Owned by the Village of Oak
Brook
2) RESOLUTION 2012- AG -TE -R -1174, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing
the Execution of an Agreement for Telephone Services By and Between the
Village of Oak Brook and Sound, Inc.
H. 2012 First Quarter Hotel/Motel Tax Receipts
I. Monthly Treasurer's Report — March 31, 2012
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Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Moy, to approve the Consent Agenda and
authorize expenditures as presented or amended.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6— Trustees Aktipis, Manzo, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 0 —None
Abstain: 0 — None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
1) A. 1) Holland & Knight LLP — Legal Services - February, 2012 - $13,862.04
(FY 12 — YTD - $34,265.24)
Trustee Manzo asked if the Village has a procedure in place regarding Trustee
communication with the Village Attorney. Manager Niemeyer stated that all requests
from Trustees directed to the Village Attorney should go through the Manager's office.
Trustee Aktipis stated that traditionally Trustee's direct communication with the Village
Attorney was never an issue. Manager Niemeyer stated he does not have an issue with a
Trustee calling the Village Attorney for questions, but would like Trustees to go through
the Manager's office for work requests.
Village Attorney Friedman agreed with the procedure discussed by Manager Niemeyer
and stated as a practice, work requests come from the Manager's office.
Trustee Manzo stated that all communication should come from either the Manager's
office or the Village President's office.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Zannis to approve item A. 1.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6— Trustees Aktipis, Manzo, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 0 — None
Abstain: 0 — None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
2) G. 2) RESOLUTION 2012- AG -TE -R -1174, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing
the Execution of an Agreement for Telephone Services By and Between the Village of
Oak Brook and Sound, Inc.
Trustee Manzo questioned how a sales agent can give the Village a better price than the
company for telephone services.
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Assistant Manager Wing stated that the sales agent is acting as a wholesaler for the
company. He also stated that the Village conducted an RFP process and Sound Inc.'s
proposal for telephone service was one of the lower costs proposals submitted.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Zannis to approve a Master Discount
Agreement with Sound, Inc., Naperville (Agent CallOne) for discounted telephone
services, subject to staff and attorney review and to approve Resolution R -1174, "A
Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement for Telephone
Services by and Between the Village of Oak Brook and Sound, Inc."
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: fr Trustees Aktipis, Manzo, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 0 —None
Abstain: 0 — None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
Motion by Trustee Zannis, seconded by Trustee Wolin to amend Resolution 2012 -AG-
TE -R -1174 to read, "A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an
Agreement for Telephone Services by and Between the Village of Oak Brook and
CallOne, Inc." VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
8. BOARD & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS — NONE
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Village of Oak Brook — Cemeteries — Proposed Text Amendment
Trustee Wolin stated that this item has different parts and the Board will vote on and
discuss each part separately.
Part 1 — Landscape Agreement
Community Development Director Kallien stated that as a result of the last Board
meeting, he and Public Works Director Hullihan met with Mr. Feldman regarding the
landscaping plan of the area surrounding the Feldman Mausoleum. He stated a final
agreement will be developed between the Village and Mr. Feldman.
Motion by Trustee Wolin, seconded by Trustee Aktipis, with respect to the cemetery
issue, to authorize a landscape agreement to be developed between the Village and Alan
Feldman, including the technical details that are summarized by staff.
Resident Mary Ann Kaufman expressed her support of the Village regulating cemeteries
and her concern with the proposed landscape plan to move the surrounding fence.
Public Works Director Hullihan stated that after discussions with Mr. Feldman and
landscapers, the decision has been made to not move the fence.
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Resident 011ie Drabkin expressed his skepticism that the proposed landscape plan will
completely hide the structure due to its size.
Trustee Manzo asked if the Village has ever regulated the four cemeteries in Oak Brook.
Community Development Director Kallien stated that since 1962, the Village has never
regulated the cemeteries regarding headstones and mausoleums. He also stated the
Village issued a few permits to the cemeteries in the past for electrical work.
Resident Bob Lingren asked if the Village has ever dealt with a similar situation in the
past where a structure violated municipal code. Community Development Director
Kallien stated that there are 4 other mausoleums in Oak Brook cemeteries and none have
been regulated by the Village. He also stated that the Paul Butler mausoleum stands close
to 20 feet in height.
Trustee Aktipis asked since the Village has not regulated cemeteries in the past, does that
in any way restrict the Village from doing so in the future. Attorney Friedman stated no.
He also stated the Village has the authority to regulate cemeteries under the current
municipal code, but chose not to in the past.
Trustee Manzo wanted to insure that residents know that nothing improper was done by
either the Village or by Mr. Feldman. He then asked Attorney Friedman if we decide to
start regulating cemeteries, will that affect the mausoleums that were built prior to the
regulations. Attorney Friedman stated assuming the Village does so prospectively, it will
not affect mausoleums built prior. He also stated the Village was in its rights to not
regulate cemeteries in the past.
Motion by Trustee Wolin, seconded by Trustee Zannis to modify the motion to say, with
respect to the cemetery issue, to authorize staff to prepare a final agreement and final
specifications for the landscaping for the cemetery and bring it back to the Board for
approval. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
Trustee Zannis amended the motion to include a rendering of what the landscaping will
look like. President Lalmalani stated the amendment is not necessary since the rendering
is already included in the technical details.
Part 2 — Refer to Zoning Board of Appeals
Resident Anthony Pasquinelli asked for clarification on whether or not there are
regulations in place for cemeteries. Trustee Wolin stated yes. He also stated the
regulations are in place but the Village has elected to not enforce them for cemeteries in
the past. Resident Pasquinelli stated the cemeteries should be regulated.
Resident 011ie Drabkin feels the Village's choice to not regulate cemeteries is
unconstitutional.
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Resident Terry O'Malley stated his concerns with not regulating cemeteries. He also
stated that the Butler Mausoleum is not on a roadway, but in a secluded wooded area. He
also stated that he had a meeting with Mr. Feldman, who had no idea about this issue.
Resident Cari Kremer stated the regulations are already in place and are not being
enforced. She requested that the Board follow and adhere to the regulations and sees no
need for a text amendment.
Manager Niemeyer stated that the Village learned earlier in the day that the Bronswood
Cemetery has been sold.
Community Development Director Kallien stated that according to conversations he had
with the manager of the cemetery, another two other mausoleums will be built. However,
with the sale of the cemetery there is a lot of uncertainty at the moment with the
Bronswood Cemetery.
Trustee Manzo stated he interprets the zoning book as not including regulation of
cemeteries, headstones, or mausoleums. He stated that the resolution being voted on at
tonight's meeting does not address the issues residents have with the location of the
Feldman mausoleum. He further stated the resolution will apply to mausoleums being
built in the future.
Trustee Wolin stated he will not suggest moving the Feldman mausoleum as part of the
motion. He also stated current regulations need fine tuning, not major changes. He
further stated that there are regulations but the Board has not enforced them for
cemeteries. He gave reasons why he recommends this item be referred to the Zoning
Board of Appeals, such as the definition and height limit of a structure.
Trustee Wolin stated that at the last Board meeting, it was mentioned that a lot of
municipalities do not regulate cemeteries. He mentioned the survey conducted by
Community Development Director Kallien regarding communities who have cemeteries
and whether or not they regulate them. He stated that some communities regulate
cemeteries and that we should not be left with the impression that Oak Brook will be the
exception if we regulate.
Trustee Wolin stated that although the State of Illinois regulates cemeteries, their
regulations do not apply to the issue that Oak Brook is dealing with today. He gave
examples of the issues the State regulates. He also stated that he questions if the
regulations Bronswood Cemetery has in place really do protect Oak Brook and its
residents. He feels now is the time to regulate cemeteries since Bronswood has been sold.
He encouraged the Board members to vote in favor of sending this item to the Zoning
Board of Appeals.
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Trustee Aktipis raised a hypothetical question regarding residents building something not
in compliance with code. Attorney Friedman stated that he cannot give a blanket answer
to the question because there are too many different situations where the Village can or
cannot enforce code compliance on an existing structure.
Trustee Zannis stated she agrees that this item should go to the ZBA because of the
reasons given by Trustee Wolin and because she is not sure whether cemeteries should be
zoned institutional. She also stated that we do not know for sure whether or not
cemeteries have been regulated or discussed by passed Boards. Community Development
Director Kallien stated that staff has conducted an exhaustive search and that there is no
record of cemetery regulations or discussions by previous Boards.
Trustee Moy asked Attorney Friedman whether it is proper for a Village to decide not to
apply regulations already in place to a cemetery either by official policy or customary
practice. Attorney Friedman stated there is no legal obligation for a Village, at this point,
to start applying regulations to structures that have already been built because the Village
has never enforced it zoning regulations against cemeteries. He stated trying to do so
now retroactively would subject the Village to risk because there are other mausoleums
that do not comply with the structure and height regulations. He further stated that it is
very significant that there has been a very uniform practice in Oak Brook of not applying
the regulations to cemeteries.
Trustee Yusuf stated we have to allow Bronswood Cemetery to continue to operate as it
has prior to becoming a part of Oak Brook. He also stated that a clarification of our
regulations is needed to avoid ambiguity. He would like to address this issue by a binding
agreement with Bronswood Cemetery to insure where future mausoleums can be built,
agreed upon by both parties. Trustee Wolin does not accept this amendment to the
motion.
Trustee Zannis supported Trustee Wolin's motion and stated we can simultaneously enter
into conversations with Bronswood Cemetery regarding future sights of mausoleums. She
also stated that we have an obligation to our citizens to have outstanding codes.
Trustee Aktipis is in support of Trustee Wolin's motion. He feels the Village has to have
a position that can be determined only through appropriate discussions and open debate.
Trustee Manzo stated he would support a binding agreement with the cemeteries and feels
this is a much better option rather than regulating them. He feels regulating cemeteries
will cause problems if our regulations do not match those of the cemeteries.
Trustee Moy agreed with Trustee Wolin's motion to bring this item to the Zoning Board
of Appeals in order to have more public input and discussion. He reiterated that any
decision made will not apply to existing structures.
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Resident Anthony Pasquinelli questioned Attorney Friedman's interpretation of the codes.
Attorney Friedman stated his role as Village Attorney is to provide the Board with legal
analysis of factual situations. He stated he does not believe the Village Board is obligated
to enforce its regulations to have the mausoleum removed. There would be a risk of
litigation to apply regulation to an existing structure and not to others that are also not in
compliance.
Community Development Director Kallien pointed out that the Zoning Board of Appeals
needs to look at more than just the application of the institutional zoning district relative
to cemeteries. He stated that there are three cemeteries that are zoned residential.
Trustee Wolin stated there may need to be a new cemetery zoning to clean this up.
Motion by Trustee Wolin, seconded by Trustee Zannis in regard to part b of the suggested
motion, to refer this matter to the Zoning Board of Appeals to conduct a public hearing
and recommend to the Village Board amendments to the zoning ordinance and potential
changes to the current zoning regulations of cemeteries. Any recommended changes will
only apply prospectively.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5— Trustees Aktipis, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 1 — Trustee Manzo
Abstain: 0 — None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
B. Polo Management Proposal
Manager Niemeyer stated that he and Sports Core Director VanDyke have been meeting
with Mr. Kevin Keller of the Willow Harbor Polo Club (WHPQ to manage polo
operations.
Sports Core Director VanDyke stated the proposal is for four polo matches this year, and
more may be played in following years. He also stated that the agreement can be
terminated after the 2012 season if it is not beneficial to either the Village or WHPC. He
stated the key for success of this agreement is for more than four games to be played in
Oak Brook which makes it possible for WHPC to hire more experienced professional
players. He further stated that there are a lot of unknowns now and more will be known
after the four games are played.
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Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Yusuf that the Village Board authorize
the Village Manager and Village Attorney to negotiate an agreement with the Willow
Harbor Polo Club for the management of polo operations for the 2012 through 2014
seasons.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6— Trustees Aktipis, Manzo, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 0 — None
Abstain: 0 — None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
10. ACTIVE BUSINESS
A. Confirmation of Appointments
1) Hotel, Convention & Visitors Committee
President Lalmalani gave a brief history of the Hotel, Convention & Visitors Committee.
Motion by Trustee Aktipis, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the appointment of
Mort Kouklan to the Oak Brook Hotel Convention and Visitors Committee to a term that
expires February 28, 2013. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
Motion by Trustee Zannis, seconded by Trustee Wolin to approve the appointment of
Iftikharul Abbasy to the Oak Brook Hotel Convention and Visitors Committee to a term
that expires February 28, 2013. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
Motion by Trustee Zannis, seconded by Trustee Yusuf to approve the appointment of
Dick Turner, General Manager of the Doubletree Hotel, to the Oak Brook Hotel and
Visitors Committee to a term that expires February 28, 2013. VOICE VOTE: Motion
carried.
B. Ordinances & Resolutions — NONE
C. Award of Contracts — NONE
D. Police and Firefighters' Pension Fund Actuarial Studies
Trustee Aktipis explained how an actuarial study is conducted and stated he is in
agreement with the recommendation made by staff regarding the levels of funding by the
Village for the Police Pension Fund and the Firefighter's Pension Fund. He stated by
making contributions at this level today avoids increasing the gap in the future.
Manager Niemeyer stated the recommendation for this year is to fund at a 100% level,
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rather than 90 %.
Trustee Zannis stated that since we are in a good financial position, the Board should
approve the recommendation made by staff.
Motion by Trustee Aktipis, seconded by Trustee Zannis that the Village Board accept the
attached actuarial reports of the Police Pension Fund and Firefighters' Pension Fund and
approve the administration's recommendation that a Village contribution of 28.80% of
payroll for police officers and 36.40% for firefighters retroactive to January 1, 2012.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6— Trustees Aktipis, Manzo, Moy, Wolin, Yusuf and Zannis
Nays: 0 — None
Abstain: 0 —None
Absent: 0 —None
Motion carried
11. INFORMATION & UPDATES
A. VILLAGE MANAGER
Manager Niemeyer addressed the issues raised by Mrs. Kremer at the last Board meeting
regarding a FOIA request and staff not returning her calls. He stated that the Village did
not receive a FOIA request as of today and have contacted her asking if she would like
to submit one. He also stated that he called Community Development Director Kallien
and Attorney Friedman who did return Mrs. Kremer's calls. He emphasized the
importance of all staff members returning residence's calls.
Trustee Zannis asked if anyone submitted a FOIA request pertaining to cemeteries in the
last 90 days. Community Development Director Kallien answered yes but he thinks it
pertains to the sale of the Bronswood Cemetery.
B. VILLAGE CLERK
Clerk Pruss congratulated Sue Madorin and everyone who worked on the Library's 10,'
Anniversary Celebration and Used Book Sale Event.
C. TRUSTEES
Trustee Wolin gave a brief update on the DuComm transition and the possibility of
DuComm opening another center.
Trustee Manzo stated it upset him that the Village decided to go with the second lowest
price for the Electric Aggregation Program. He stated that Nordic offered the lowest
price and informed the Village of the process conducted being flawed. He feels the
Board did a disservice to the residents.
Trustee Manzo stated he had numerous residents call him regarding the Tom Sheahan
pension issue. He stated he learned that the Village Attorney was prohibited from
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reviewing the Sheahan contract. He stated the Board needs to get to the bottom of this
issue.
President Lalmalani stated there will be letter going out to all residents clarifying the
issues and setting up the timeline regarding the Tom Sheahan issue. He stated this issue
is not being taken lightly.
Manager Niemeyer stated that there is a good market for electric aggregation and the
numbers continue to improve.
President Lalmalani stated the electric aggregation program is a new process and there is
always room for improvement.
Trustee Wolin respectfully disagreed with Trustee Manzo regarding his comments on the
Electric Aggregation Program. He stated that Nordic had every opportunity to submit an
alternative bid rather than making an offer to Oak Brook residents and businesses after
bids were open. He stated he has very high ethical standards. The Village conducted the
bid process and Nordic chose not to submit a bid until after the bids submitted were
opened.
Trustee Yusuf stated that the Village did make its residents aware of the Nordic offer as
well as other choices available to them by placing the information on the Village
website.
Trustee Moy stated that Nordic did not submit a bid during the bidding process. Integrys
was the best bid submitted. When the Village decided to go with Integrys, Nordic
decided to offer a better rate to Oak Brook residents and businesses. He stated he agrees
with Trustee Wolin's comments.
Trustee Manzo stated that Nordic said the reason they would not submit a bid was
because they felt the plan was flawed in that Oak Brook homes would subsidize the
other communities in the joint bid process. He also stated that Nordic informed the
Village of this prior to the bidding process.
Trustee Wolin stated that Nordic did not inform the Village of this flaw prior to the
bidding process and that Nordic could have submitted an alternative bid for Oak Brook
only during the formal bidding process.
Trustee Zannis stated she takes Trustee Manzo's comments that the Village Attorney
was denied access to the Sheahan contract as a very serious allegation. Ken Kubiesa is a
very formidable attorney and would not do anything he did not want to do. She also
corrected a comment made at the last Board meeting that Mr. Molaro received $5,000
per month from the Village as a lobbyist. She stated he received $2,500 per month. She
encouraged President Lalmalani to give the Trustees the opportunity to review the letter
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to residents regarding the Tom Sheahan matter. The letter should be agreed upon by all
Board members.
Trustee Manzo stated his comment regarding the attorney not reviewing Tom Sheahan's
contract is based on what residents told him. He then asked Trustee Zannis if this is true.
Trustee Zannis stated if it is true that Attorney Kubiesa did not review the Sheahan
contract, it is because then President Quinlan told him not to bother.
Trustee Manzo asked Trustee Zannis if she voted on the Sheahan contract knowing that
the Village Attorney did not review. She replied that Trustee Manzo should look back at
the records.
President Lalmalani stated he will look into the Sheahan matter by reviewing previous
records and by talking to the previous President and Attorney in order to get to the
bottom of this issue. He stated the Village has nothing to hide and he owes it to the
residents to get them the facts.
Trustee Zannis requested to help President Lalmalani gather all the facts of the Sheahan
contract issue.
Trustee Yusuf stated he was also a Trustee when the Sheahan contract was approved.
He suggested a thorough review of the closed meeting minutes during that time period to
get a better insight as to what happened.
Trustee Aktipis stated we are all committed to transparency. He stated all issues should
be discussed openly and fairly. He also stated that he does not like the tone that a
conspiracy has taken place.
President Lalmalani stated there is no such tone of a conspiracy.
D. VILLAGE ATTORNEY - NONE
E. VILLAGE PRESIDENT
Resident Mary Ann Kaufman asked Manager Niemeyer to clarify his statement
regarding a FOIA on cemeteries. Manager Niemeyer stated the Village did not receive a
FOIA request from Mrs. Kremer as she stated at the last Board meeting. He stated the
Village did contact Mrs. Kremer and asked her if she would like to submit a request, but
as of today has not submitted one.
Resident Cari Kremer stated she filled out a FOIA request online a few weeks ago.
President Lalmalani asked Assistant Manager Wing to meet with Mrs. Kremer after the
Board meeting.
Chief Kruger thanked Chief McEllin for first -aid training of the Police Department staff.
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12. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Yusuf, seconded by Trustee Wolin, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of
the Board of Trustees at 9:15 pm. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
ATTEST:
/s /Charlotte K. Pruss
Charlotte K. Pruss
Village Clerk
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