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MINUTES OF THE MARCH 09, 2021 REGULAR
MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK
BROOK APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
MARCH 23, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees was called to order by President Gopal Lalmalani
in the Upper Level Conference Room of the Butler Government Center at 7:00 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, Information Technology Director Jim Fox
PRESENT VIA TELECONFERENCE/ZOOM:
Trustees John Baar, Philip Cuevas, Michael Manzo, Moin Saiyed, Edward Tiesenga, Trustee Yusuf
ABSENT: Michael Manzo arrived at 7:43 p.m
IN ATTENDANCE VIA TELECONFERENCE/ZOOM: Village Manager Rick Ginex, Development
Services Director Tony Budzikowski, Golf Manager/Superintendent Sean Creed, Police Chief James
Kruger, Fire Chief Barry Liss, Finance Director Jason Paprocki, Public Works Director Doug Patchin,
Head Librarian Jacob Post and HR Director/Deputy Clerk Kathy Vonachen and Village Attorney
Michael Castaldo Jr.
3. PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS
President Lalmalani announced the passing of Larry Kane, husband to Rose Kane, Administrative
Coordinator of the Fire Department. He also asked for everyone to keep the Kane family in thoughts and
prayers through this difficult time. After that, President Lalmalani recognized and saluted all the women
around the world in light of International Women’s Day. He also shared updates regarding COVID-19
vaccine and announced a new vaccine distribution center at the Urgent Care Center in Oak Brook Terrace.
Thereafter, President Lalmalani spoke about the latest Homeowner’s Association meeting at which
Trustee Saiyed explained Village’s financial situation, and made announcements regarding the upcoming
candidate forums. Moreover, he announced that the caucus will be livestreamed on the Village’s website
and asked Village Manager Ginex to share an update regarding the viability of holding the Taste of Oak
Brook during summer of 2021.
Village Manager Ginex explained that several members of the Board expressed opposition to holding the
Taste of Oak Brook due to the current Governor imposed restrictions. He also explained that a number of
managers in DuPage County are choosing to opt out of large events due to the uncertainty associated with
the current economic and health situation. Next, he asked for Board’s direction regarding the contract
with the Melrose Pyrotechnics for the fireworks display. After receiving a consensus from the Board
against the fireworks display for year 2021, Village Manager Ginex stated that he will advise the
company of the Board’s decision.
4. RESIDENT/VISITOR COMMENTS
Resident and President of Saddle Brook Homeowners Association, Alan Koren, announced that the Oak
Brook’s Homeowners Presidents will be hosting a candidate forum on Saturday, March 13th at 8:30 a.m.
and reiterated comments made by President Lalmalani. He also informed everyone about the ease of
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access to the video, and thanked Information Technology Director Fox and the Village Board for their
support with organization.
President Lalmalani thanked the Homeowners Association Presidents for their leadership on the matter.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OF FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Yusuf to approve the Minutes of the Regular Board of
Trustees Meeting of February 23, 2021. 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: February 18, 2021 - $870,244.81
Significant Items included in Above:
1. Core & Main LP – Water Meter Install – Inv. #N676859 - $22,515.00
2. BCBS HMO – Health Care Services – March 2021 - $46,075.90
3. Paramedic Services of Illinois – Paramedic Services - $60,049.12
B. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: February 20, 2021 - $758,262.21
C. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts:
1. Fire Prevention Inspector Services
D. Development Services Referrals
1. 1415 22nd Street – Sign Variations for a Wall Sign
E. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. RESOLUTION 2021-IDOT-HWY-CNSTRCT- R1934, A Resolution In Lieu of a Surety Bond
Allowing for Permit Authority for Construction Work on State Highways
2. RESOLUTION 2021-PW-SC-TREE-R-1935, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing Award
the Execution of a Contract for Tree Maintenance Services By and Between the Village of Oak
Brook and Winkler’s Tree and Landscaping
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded by Trustee Cuevas to the Consent Agenda with the exception of
Item 6.B - Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: February 20, 2021 - $758,262.21, and authorize
expenditures as presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Baar, Cuevas, Saiyed, Tiesenga, and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1 – Trustee Manzo
Motion carried
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7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
Item 6.B - Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: February 20, 2021 - $758,262.21.
Trustee Tiesenga spoke regarding the payroll sheets available to the public, explained the layout and the
meaning of specific lines and numbers. Additionally, he spoke about the book he is reading, referencing
statements that allowed him to express his concerns regarding the pension plans as they pertain to the
Village finances.
Motion by Trustee Saiyed, Seconded by Trustee Cuevas that the Village Board discusses and
authorizes the expenditure of Item 6.B - Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: February 06,
2021 - $777,774.85.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Baar, Cuevas, Saiyed, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1 – Trustee Manzo
Motion carried
8. BOARD & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
A. GW Oak Brook Owner, LLC – 1717 22nd Street – The Overlook at Oak Brook Final
Subdivision Plat – Final Plat for a 9-Lot Subdivision
Trustee Tiesenga presented the recommendation for the GW Oak Brook Owner, LLC – 1717 22nd Street
– The Overlook at Oak Brook Final Subdivision Plat – Final Plat for a 9-Lot Subdivision. He also
expressed his content with the project and the process of approval along with the location.
Mr. Dan Miletic, the engineer for the project, shared his excitement and shared the possibility of a grand
opening in the year 2022.
President Lalmalani asked about the opening date and thanked Mr. Miletic for attending the meeting.
Motion by Trustee Saiyed, Seconded by Trustee Cuevas that the Village Board concurs with the
recommendation from the Planning Commission and approves the GW Oak Brook Owner, LLC –
1717 22nd Street – The Overlook at Oak Brook Final Subdivision Plat – Final Plat for a 9-Lot
Subdivision
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Baar, Cuevas, Saiyed, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1– Trustee Manzo
Motion carried
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Water Tower Painting and Advertisement Discussion
President Lalmalani asked Public Works Director Patchin to introduce the item for discussion. Spoke
regarding the cost reduction and a possibility of introducing the advertisement on the water tower. He also
reiterated several times throughout the discussion to focus on the addition of small and subtle logos.
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Lastly, President Lalmalani asked Village Attorney Castaldo to look closely into the matter of adding
advertising to the Water Tower as it pertains to the Village Code.
Village Attorney Castaldo stated that the Village Code prohibits the addition of advertising, however, he
will look at the code in greater detail.
Public Works Director Patchin shared an overview of the water tower painting and advertisement while
quoting the Village Code. He explained the budgeting plan that has been in progress over the last few
years; the issues the Department has encountered with COMED involving power lines, and provided a
detailed explanation as to the items that are in dire need of attention. Next, Public Works Director Patchin
shared specific information regarding the proposed color schemes, the painting company that provided the
estimates and inspection. Lastly, he asked for the Board’s direction. Discussion ensued.
Trustee Yusuf spoke in favor of moving forward with the project and shared his preference for the color
scheme.
Trustee Tiesenga asked about the cost associated with painting of each water tower. He also asked about
the lease agreements pertaining to the antennas attached the water towers and the painting of their posts.
Information Technology Director Fox explained the current lease agreements with the mobile carriers.
Trustee Baar expressed his thoughts regarding comments and concerns shared by Public Works Director
Patchin. He spoke in favor of moving forward with the project and shared his preference for the color
scheme.
Trustee Saiyed expressed his thoughts about an addition of a logo as it pertains to the location of the water
tower and the advertising associating with cost savings all around. He also shared his concerns with the
costs and revenues from the antennas.
Trustee Manzo explained his understanding of how the repainting of such magnitude works, suggested a
comparison analysis with other municipalities, and spoke against moving forward with the project. He
also expressed his concerns with the addition of advertising.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Baar, seconded, by Trustee Manzo to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Board
of Trustees at 8:03 p.m. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
ATTEST:
/s/Charlotte K. Pruss
Charlotte K. Pruss
Village Clerk