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VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK Minutes May 9, 2000
UNOFFICIAL UNTIL APPROVED AS WRITTEN
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ON May 23, 2000 .
MEETING CALL: MEETING CALL
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees was called to order by President
Bushy in the Samuel E. Dean Board Room of the Village Commons at
7:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance was given.
ROLL CALL: ROLL CALL
The Deputy Clerk called the roll with the following persons
PRESENT: President Bushy, Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny,
McInerney and Savino.
ABSENT: None.
IN ATTENDANCE: Stephen B. Veitch, Village Manager; Dale L. Durfey, Jr.,
Village Engineer; Debra J. Jarvis, Fire Chief; Robert L. Kallien, Jr.,
Community Development Director; Darrell J. Langlois, Finance Director;
Richard A. Martens, Village Attorney; Bonnie Sartore, Bath & Tennis Club
Manager; David Gray, Consultant with RSM McGladrey and student Jeff
McNamara of Hinsdale Central High School.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND OPEN FORUM: No one appeared. ANNOUNCE &
OPEN FORUM
President Bushy introduced Jeff McNamara, a senior at Hinsdale Central High
School, who is attending tonight's meeting as part of an assignment to
understand community government for his local government class
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MINUTES
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Motion by Trustee McInerney, seconded by Trustee Caleel, to approve the
minutes of the Regular Board of Trustees Meeting of April 11, 2000 as
presented and waive the full reading thereof. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
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Motion by Trustee McInerney, seconded by Trustee Caleel, to approve the
Regular Board of Trustees Meeting of April 25, 2000 as presented and waive
the full reading thereof.
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5.
President Bushy requested a clarification to the meeting minutes of
April 25, 2000 (p. 6). She indicated that she is a member of the Metropolitan
Mayors Caucus and a member of the Economic Development Task Force. She
met with both of these groups. Motion by Trustee McInerney to approve the
minutes with the amendment. Trustee Caleel seconded the motion. VOICE
VOTE: Motion carried.
OMNIBUS AGENDA:
All items on the Omnibus 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 Omnibus Agenda and considered as the first item after
approval of the Omnibus Agenda.
Motion by Trustee Caleel, seconded by Trustee Savino, to approve the
Omnibus Agenda. ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny, McInerney and Savino.
Nays: 0 - None.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
A. APPROVAL OF BILLS: Approved Omnibus Vote.
B. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL FOR PAY PERIOD ENDING
APRIL 29, 2000: Approved Omnibus Vote.
C. CHANGE ORDERS: None.
D. PAYOUTS:
1) PATRICK ENGINEERING INC. - PAYOUT #6 - TIMBER
TRAILS /MERRY LANE DRAINAGE STUDY - $7,740.00:
Approved Omnibus Vote.
2) JAMES J. BENES & ASSOCIATES INC. - PAYOUT #18 - 1999
PAVING PROJECT - $295.29: Approved Omnibus Vote.
3) JAMES J. BENES & ASSOCIATES INC. - PAYOUT #7 - 2000
PAVING PROJECT - $13,783.15: Approved Omnibus Vote.
APPROVAL OF:
BILLS -
$492,200.58
PAYROLL -
$397,318.30
TIMBER TR/
MERRY LN
DRAIN STUDY
'99 PAVING
PROJECT
2000 PAVING
PROJECT
4) FIALA PAVING COMPANY INC. - PAYOUT #1 - 2000 2000 PAVING
PAVING PROJECT MFT PORTION - $203,477.44: Approved PROJECT
Omnibus Vote. MFI PORTION
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E. REFERRALS:
1) ROMANELLI'S SUBDIVISION (3121 YORK ROAD) - ROMANELLI
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION - TWO - 3121 YORK RD
LOT SUBDIVISION - REFER TO PLAN COMMISSION PRELIM &
MEETING ON MAY 15, 2000: Approved Omnibus Vote. FINAL PLAT
2 -LOT SUBDIV
F. AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS OR PROPOSALS:
1) PLUMBING INSPECTION SERVICES: Approved Omnibus PLUMBING
Vote. INSPEC. SERV.
G. PURCHASE OF MOTOR FUELS: Approved Omnibus Vote. PURHCIIASE
MOTOR FUELS
H. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS OF OAK BROOK HOTEL, OBHCVC - 20%
CONVENTION & VISITORS COMMITTEE - 20% OF 2000 FIRST 2000 11T QTR.
QUARTER HOTEL TAX RECEIPTS TO THE DUPAGE HOTEL TAX
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU - $13,791.45: Approved
Omnibus Vote.
6. ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS AGENDA: None.
7. ACTIVE AGENDA (Items for Final Action
A. APPOINTMENTS: None.
B. ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS:
ORD 2000 -ZO-
1) ORDINANCE 2000- ZO- SU -FP -S -964, AN ORDINANCE SU -FP -S -964
GRANTING A FLOOD PLAIN SPECIAL USE PERMIT SPEC USE -
PURSUANT TO SECTION 10 -34 OF THE CODE OF FLOOD PLAIN
ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS 9 NATOMA DR
(9 NATOMA DRIVE, OAK BROOK, IL 60523):
Ordinance 2000- ZO- SU -FP -S -964, "An Ordinance Granting a Flood
Plain Special Use Permit Pursuant to Section 10 -34 of The Code of
Ordinances of the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois (9 Natoma Drive, Oak
Brook, IL 60523)," grants a flood plain special use permit allowing
construction of a foot bridge and accessory structure ( "recreational
folly ") on the property commonly known as 9 Natoma Drive. This
special use permit is subject to the conditions set forth in Section 3 of
the ordinance. Subparagraph (7) of Section 3 that the owner has 120
days to obtain permits and complete construction for this project. This
time period allows the applicant not only the 60 days for construction
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recommended by the hearing bodies, but also an additional 60 days to
obtain any permits or other studies necessary to complete the project.
Motion by Trustee Savino, seconded by Trustee Kenny, to approve
Ordinance 2000- ZO- SU -FP -S -964, "An Ordinance Granting a Flood
Plain Special Use Permit Pursuant to Section 10 -34 of The Code of
Ordinances of the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois (9 Natoma Drive, Oak
Brook, IL 60523)" as presented and waive the full reading thereof.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny, McInerney and
Savino.
Nays: 0 - None.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
2) ORDINANCE 2000 - ZO - V - DU - SWM + FP - S - 965.
ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM
DUPAGE COUNTY COUNTYWIDE STORMWATER
FLOOD PLAIN ORDINANCE (9 NATOMA DRIVE,
BROOK, IL 60523):
AN ORD 2000 -ZO -V-
THE DU- SWM+FP-
AND S- 965:VARIANCE
OAK STORMWATER &
FLOOD PLAIN
9 NATOMA DR
Ordinance 2000- ZO -V -DU- SWM +FP -S -965, "An Ordinance Granting
a Variance from the DuPage County Countywde Stormwater and Flood
Plain Ordinance (9 Natoma Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523)," grants a
variance from the County Stormwater Ordinance to permit an accessory
structure ( "recreational folly ") on the property commonly known as
9 Natoma Drive. This variance is subject to the conditions set forth in
Section 3 of the ordinance. Subparagraph (4) of Section 3 provides that
the owner has 120 days to obtain permits and complete construction for
this project. This time period allows the applicant not only the 60 days
for construction recommended by the hearing bodies, but also an
additional 60 days to obtain any permits or other studies necessary to
complete the project.
Motion by Trustee Savino, seconded by Trustee McInerney, to approve
Ordinance ZO- V- DU- SWM +FP -S -965, "An Ordinance Granting a
Variance from the DuPage County Countywide Stormwater and Flood
Plain Ordinance (9 Natoma Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523)" as presented
and waive the full reading thereof. ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny, McInerney and
Savino.
Nays: 0 - None.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
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C. AWARD OF CONTRACTS:
1) REQUEST FOR PURCHASE - STATE OF ILLINOIS JOINT
PURCHASING - COMMAND VEHICLE - FIRE
DEPARTMENT:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 2 -182 of the Code of Ordinances
and Compiled Statues, the Village is permitted to join with other
governmental units in order to benefit from cooperative purchasing
arrangements. The Command Vehicle is used primarily for
communication, accountability and the administrative aspects of
handling an emergency situation. The Shift Commander will use the
vehicle and will allow for a quicker response time to the scene. The
Commander can then work in the Command Post provided in the
vehicle and set up Incident Command. Our vehicle will also have
towing capability. It will be used as a back up vehicle if needed to tow
the TRS trailer or the Zodiac boat. Funds in the amount of $40,000 are
budgeted in the Rescue and Fire Operations Program (Account 721-
7820) for this purchase.
Fire Chief Jarvis commented that the reason for the purchase of this
additional vehicle to their fleet, is to allow the Shift Commander the
mobility to supervise crews when they are out on the fire - ground. It
will also be used for non - emergency purposes, such as when a Shift
Commander needs to gather with the crewmembers. She explained that
the Shift Commander may often function as a Lieutenant, as opposed to
a Captain, and therefore is tied to an engine. She added that there are
many times that the Shift Commander cannot respond to significant
incidents because they are tied to one of the engines due to staffing.
She explained that the Shift Commander should be responding to all
serious incidents and assuming command of the incident. Fire Chief
Jarvis also provided additional information regarding the specifications
of this purchase as requested by Trustee Caleel.
Motion by Trustee Kenny, seconded by Trustee Caleel, that a purchase
order be awarded to: Landmark Ford, Inc. 1800 South Dirksen
Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703, for the purchase of one 2000 Ford
Expedition in the amount of $29,985.00. ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny, McInerney and
Savino.
Nays: 0 - None.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
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STATE JOINT
PURCHASE -
FIRE VEHICLE
May 9, 2000
2) BATH & TENNIS CLUBHOUSE EXPANSION - FINAL B & T CLUB
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: EXPANSION
DSGN & CONST
The Village Board concurred to place agenda item 7.C.2 after the
discussion of agenda item 10.A.
D. ACCEPTANCE OF ACTUARIAL REPORTS - POLICE AND ACUARIALS
FIREFIGHTERS' PENSION FUNDS AND APPROVAL OF THE POL & FIRE
2000 VILLAGE CONTRIBUTION RATE TO POLICE AND PENSION &
FIREFIGHTERS' PENSION FUNDS: VLLG CONT
The Police Pension Fund was 105.3% funded as of December 31, 1999.
Due primarily to lower investment returns on the fixed income portion
of the investment portfolio and marginally larger salary adjustments
than was assumed in the last actuarial study, the Fund's funded
percentage decreased 4.5% from the funded percentage in the 1999
actuarial study. In spite of this decrease, the Police Pension Fund
continues to be in excellent financial condition, well in excess of 100%
funded. The actuary has recommended a Village contribution of
10.07% of payroll for 2000, an increase of 2.23% from the amount
recommended in 1999. The increase is due primarily to a reduction in
the amount of the credit the Village receives for being overfunded since
the amount of the overfunding decreased in excess of $700,000 from
the prior year. Due to the decrease in overfunding and with benefit
increases currently being considered by the State, further reductions in
the Village's contribution were not requested by the Police Pension
Fund Board as was done in 1999. A contribution of 10% was assumed
in the preparation of the 2000 budget.
There were several significant changes which impacted the
Firefighters' Pension fund in 1999. Some of the changes include the
implementation of the collective bargaining agreement for firefighters,
firefighter /paramedics, and fire lieutenants resulted in average salary
increases of 14.2% in 1999 representing adjustments retroactive to
January 1, 1996 for firefighters and January 1, 1998 for fire lieutenants.
The Illinois Legislature approved increases in pension benefits in 1999.
The most significant change increases the benefit accrual rate from
2.0% of salary to 2.5% for the 21St through 301h year of employment.
Since this legislation is retroactive (anyone retiring in 1999 or
thereafter is entitled to this increased benefit), most of the funding for
this enhancement is the responsibility of the Village. It was agreed by
the Firefighters' Pension Board that based on the history of the Fund
and due to the new benefits effectively capping the amount of pension
benefits at 30 years of service instead on 35 years (75% of final
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earnings), a reduction in the retirement assumption was in order. Thus,
the table related to retirement age has been adjusted to stop at age 62.
This aspect is the most significant impact of the 1999 legislation not
taken into account by the Legislature. Due to the increases contained in
the new collective bargaining agreement (3.2% in 2000 and 2001 and
3.3% in 2003) and due to the fact that many members are at top -of-
grade, the annual average salary increase assumption was reduced from
5.5% to 5.0 %. This change has a positive impact on both the Village's
liabilities and its contribution.
As a result of these changes, the percentage funded decreased from
110.9% as of December 31, 1998 to 100.8% as of December 31, 1999.
Expressed in dollar terms, the amount of the surplus decreased from
$1,705,381 in 1998 to $152,311 in 1999. While these changes were
dramatic, the Fund still remains in excess of 100% funded.
The actuary has recommended a Village contribution of 16.53% of
payroll for 2000, an increase of 7.80% from the amount recommended
in 1999. The increase is due primarily to the benefit enhancements and
a reduction in the credit the Village receives for being overfunded of
approximately $108,000. A contribution of 16% was assumed in the
preparation of the 2000 budget. The difference of .53% will be made
up in other areas of the Fire Department Budget.
Motion by Trustee Caleel, seconded by Trustee Butler, that the Village
President and Board of Trustees accept the actuarial reports of the
Police Pension Fund and Firefighters' Pension Fund and approve a
Village contribution of 10.07% of payroll for police officers and
16.53% for firefighters retroactive to January 1, 2000. ROLL CALL
VOTE:
Ayes: 5 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny and Savino.
Nays: 1 - Trustee McInerney.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
Trustee Kenny inquired that since the actuary report projects that the
Police Pension fund will be overfunded by 5.3 %, why wasn't the
Village's reduction lower in order to alleviate a surplus.
Village Treasurer Langlois explained that the biggest reason was the
potential for benefit increases, similar to what was given for the
Firefighters' Pension Funds. The amount that the Firefighters' Pension
Fund was reduced due to their benefit package, also reduced much of
their overfunding. The overfunding in the Police Pension Fund will be
used to compensate for the increased benefits package that will be
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needed when legislation is approved in Springfield; likely to be next
session. He explained that the Village is receiving some benefit for
being overfunded with the Police Pension Fund and some for the
Firefighters' Pension Fund. He indicated that last year the Village
received the benefit on the interest earnings in the form of a reduction.
With the Police Pension Fund, the Village is still receiving a substantial
credit for being overfunded, when the new benefit package was enacted
for the Firefighters' Pension Funds, it reduced the balance in that fund.
President Bushy clarified that municipal pension funds operate
differently than a private pension fund. The assumption is that a
municipality will always exist. The structure of these funds is referred
to as "last -man, last -day, last - dollar." This means that when the
Village hires an employee who becomes vested in the municipal
pension fund and is able to collect benefits then the Village is
responsible to meet this obligation. When reference is made to "100%
funded," this indicates that the "last -man" surviving to his "last -day" is
eligible for every "last- dollar" due. She indicated that the Village has
their own actuarial report done for accuracy and for specificity relating
to the Village of Oak Brook. She further clarified that the municipal
employees' contribution is established by State Statute with the Village
funding the remainder of the pension. She credited past Village Boards
for their commitment to funding these pensions even during years when
it was financially difficult to meet this obligation. As a result both
pension funds are now 100% funded. It also provided employees the
comfort in knowing that the assets would be available when they would
be eligible to receive their benefits. She commented that if there was a
shortfall in these pension funds, the law states that residents of the
village would be obligated to make up the difference. She noted that
the village has not had to tax for this issue.
Trustee McInerney pointed out the dollar impact on the size of the
Village of Oak Brook in comparison to neighboring communities that
have a relatively small percentage of pensioners from sworn positions.
He indicated that they foresee a decrease in one fund of $1,000,000 and
the cost to the municipalities was understated when the legislation was
passed last year.
8. INFORMATION & UPDATES:
A. VILLAGE PRESIDENT:
INFO & UPDATE
VLLG PRES -
President Bushy indicated that the e- commerce /internet sales -tax bill is
moving swiftly through Congress and that a visit to Washington, D.C.
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by her and Village Manager Veitch may not be productive. She
indicated that she has been invited to a breakfast with Representative
Hyde and has attempted to contact Representative Biggert and will
collaborate with them on what may be the most beneficial approach for
Oak Brook regarding issues concerning internet sales -tax.
B. VILLAGE MANAGER:
Village Manager Veitch reported that a bill which would extend the
existing moratorium on internet taxation by an additional five -years is
expected to be considered by the U.S. House of Representatives next
week. The bill was passed out of committee last week by a substantial
bipartisan majority vote. He commented that the resolution passed at
the April 25, 2000 Board of Trustees Meeting pertaining to retail sales
tax on the internet, which was provided to representatives in
Washington, D.C. and the Village of Oak Brook, has received some
responses.
The Village Manager reported that at the May 22, 2000 Committee -of-
the -Whole Meeting, the Board of Trustees will review their 2001
objectives. He welcomed input to the agenda and invited residents to
attend and participate in this discussion. He indicated that the results
from the annual Citizen's Survey were compiled and the report, which
has been provided to the Board of Trustees, was a good source to use in
aiding them with their objectives.
Village Manager Veitch reminded the Board that at their
March 14, 2000 meeting he reported briefly regarding an arrangement
with the city of Oakbrook Terrace. The arrangement is in regards to
the Village of Oak Brook temporarily acting as a conduit to pass water
from the DuPage Water Commission through the Village of Oak
Brook's water system at TransAm Plaza Drive. He indicated that this
arrangement is moving along and that the three agreements will be
presented at the May 23, 2000 Board of Trustees Meeting for
consideration.
9. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS:
A.
Communications Center
H.
Library
B.
Community Development
I.
Police Department
C.
Engineering Department
J.
Public Works
D.
Finance Department
K.
Recycling
E.
Fire Department /EMS
L.
Risk Management
F.
Information Services/
M.
Sports Core - Bath & Tennis and Golf
Purchasing
N.
Village Clerk
G.
Legal Department
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DEPT REPORTS
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Departmental Reports were discussed and accepted.
10. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS (Final Action Not Anticipated):
A. BATH & TENNIS CLUBHOUSE EXPANSION FEASIBILITY B & T CLUB
STUDY - DISCUSSION: FEASIBILITY
STUDY
The two major building projects at the Sports Core, the Golf clubhouse
expansion and Bath and Tennis Club clubhouse expansion, were first included
in the 1997 -2001 Five -Year financial Plan at a cost of $840,000 and $675,000,
respectively. At that time, it was assumed that the two one -time revenue
sources (the sale of the Westchester Park land and the proceeds form the sale
of the 315` Street right -of -way) would be sufficient to fund both projects and
would not involve the issuance of debt. The scope of work on both projects,
however, increased over time. The actual cost of the golf clubhouse expansion
at $1.3 million will exhaust most of proceeds from the sale of the Westchester
Park land. This allows only $837,6000 from the sale of right -of -way available
for the Bath and Tennis clubhouse project, which is now budgeted at $1.65
million.
President Bushy reported that the Village Board of Trustees had asked for an
independent review of the options and opportunities available if the Village of
Oak Brook is to proceed with the Bath & Tennis clubhouse expansion project.
She commented that the report indicated that the approved facility may offer
benefits which are not easily measurable and have been excluded from the
analysis. For example, the renovation would provide accommodations for two
simultaneous events. Currently, they can only provide accommodations for
one event and it is unknown how many events they have had to forgo due to
the lack of space.
Village Manager Veitch indicated that the principal challenge that the report
provides to the Board of Trustees is the servicing by the Sports Core fund of
the debt that is already incurred in connection with the irrigation system
project. Also, to consider is the debt which could incur with respect to the
expansion being over the anticipated revenue from the sale of the 31" Street
right -of -way. He commented that the Golf Clubhouse expansion project is to
be paid by the proceeds from sales of surplus real estate in Westchester Park.
The challenge presented is how those obligations may be serviced along with
the current obligations that the Sports Core fund has to the General Fund. He
indicated that they would also be challenged to control the cost of the project
and to carefully plan and structure the repayment of these obligations in a way
that the fund can handle. He also indicated that assumptions in the report
provide a very conservative view in regards to the number of events and their
average attendance. It would appear, given the conservative assumptions, that
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the Food and Beverage operation may be able to support the debt on the
clubhouse expansion.
Trustee Caleel commented that the revenue projections presented are
reasonable. He noted that he was concerned with the capital cost and how they
would be repaid.
Village Manager Veitch stated that they prepared a first edition of
comprehensive sources and uses analysis for all building projects as requested
by the Board. He indicated that this would undergo some updating and
revisions with respect to cost and sources of funds.
Trustee Caleel remarked that the Board has undertaken many "catch -up"
capital projects that were neglected in the past. He is hopeful that they are
nearing the end and that all would be brought up to date.
Trustee McInerney commented that the Bath & Tennis clubhouse area is very
attractive, yet the structure was in a state of disrepair and that the Board had a
fiduciary responsibility to carry on these types of operations. He mentioned
that these capital projects have to be built properly and require an investment
to do so that will bring the facilities in compliance of our Village Code. He
stated that when an investment is made in a facility and marketed properly, the
operation will produce revenues.
Trustee Kenny inquired if the Village was close to completing infrastructure
projects and if the utility tax proceeds, which has been appropriated for
infrastructure projects, could be used to assist in the funding of the Bath &
Tennis clubhouse expansion project.
Village Manager Veitch indicated that although this was not reflected in the
financial plans at this time, it is something that the Board of Trustees could
legally entertain. He added that although they are nearing the end of the
infrastructure projects (roadway improvements), there is still ongoing
maintenance cost. He indicated that the utility tax proceeds pays for
maintenance and improvement of the general public infrastructure at the Sports
Core.
Finance Director Langlois reported that the utility tax proceeds provides
approximately $1,000,000 and the telecommunications tax is about the same
amount.
Trustee Savino indicated that he would not be comfortable with using general
funds for a capital project at the Bath & Tennis clubhouse, but with using them
on general infrastructure at the Sports Core. He remarked that he is
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comfortable with the use of utility tax revenue to assist in funding municipal
building projects, but feels that the Sports Core is a separate entity and should
be operated on a break -even or for - profit basis.
President Bushy indicated that the clubhouse is available to use by any resident
regardless if they are members or not. The use of the tennis courts and pool
facilities are for the use of members.
Trustee Caleel indicated that the Bath & Tennis clubhouse is an amenity of the
Village and does not see this as a separate entity. He indicated that the Board's
challenge is to fund this development, to use good judgement without
jeopardizing the General Fund in terms of the Five -Year Plan and to ensure
that they have a six -month operating fund balance at all times. He mentioned
that they must act cautiously with the concerns of the possible reduction in the
Village's financial resources due to internet sales and lost retail tax revenue.
He stated that although the revenue projections in the report are very
conservative, he feels that this project needs to proceed. He commented that
postponing this project would be more costly in the future.
Trustee Craig indicated that he agrees with Trustee Caleel and the Village
needs to accommodate patrons looking for an establishment at which to hold
their event.
The Village Board accepted the Bath & Tennis Clubhouse Expansion
Feasibility Study in draft form and requested a final report.
7. C. AWARD OF CONTRACTS (continued
2) BATH & TENNIS CLUBHOUSE EXPANSION - FINAL B & T CLUB
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: EXPANSION
DSGN & CONST
The Village Board, at its meeting of April 11, 2000, directed staff to
negotiate a contract with Larson, Kramer & Associates for final design
and construction services based on the preliminary design reviewed at
that meeting. The scope of services, compensation and project
schedule include design development working drawings,
bidding/negotiation and construction administration phases. The
current construction estimate is $1,292,550. The total project cost,
including contingency, utility charges, computer systems, PA system,
security system and pathways is $1,551,550. The proposed
architectural fee of $125,000 (8% of the total project cost) is slightly
less than the estimated fee reviewed by the Board on April 11th and is
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appropriate for the work required. Funds for this project are included
in the Sports Core Improvements Program (52 -841).
Motion by Trustee McInerney, seconded by Trustee Savino, that the
Village award a contract to: Larson, Kramer & Associates, Inc., 701 N.
York Road, Hinsdale, Illinois, 60521, in the not -to- exceed amount of
$125,000 for final design and construction services for the Bath &
Tennis Club renovation project. ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 - Trustees Butler, Caleel, Craig, Kenny, McInerney and
Savino.
Nays: 0 - None.
Absent: 0 - None. Motion carried.
11. OTHER BUSINESS PERTAINING TO VILLAGE OPERATIONS: None.
12. ADJOURNMENT: ADJOURN
Motion by Trustee Caleel, seconded by Trustee Craig, to adjourn the meeting
at 9:20 p.m. VOICE VOTE. Motion carried.
ATTEST:
Linda K. Gonnella, CMC /AAE
Village Clerk
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