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MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK
BROOK APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
OCTOBER 12, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees was called to order by Pro Tem Asif Yusuf in the
Samuel E. Dean Boardroom 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: Trustees Laurence Herman, Michael Manzo, A. Suresh Reddy, Edward Tiesenga, and
President Pro Tem Asif Yusuf
ABSENT: Trustee Nagle and President Gopal Lalmalani
IN ATTENDANCE: Interim Village Manager/Police Chief James Kruger, Information Technology
Director Jim Fox, Development Services Director Tony Budzikowski, Finance Director Jason
Paprocki, Public Works Director Rick Valent, Interim Fire Chief James Arie, Head Librarian Jacob
Post, HR Director/Deputy Clerk Kathy Vonachen, and Village Attorney Michael Castaldo Jr.
3. PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS
President Pro Tem Asif Yusuf began by explaining the reason for sitting in for President Lalmalani and
asked everyone to join in, wishing him a speedy recovery. He also requested that Village Attorney
Castaldo explains the mechanism behind this sort of substitution. Next, President Pro Tem Yusuf
announced the opening of Oak Point University and much anticipated RH; he also shared information
about each building. After that, he congratulated the HUB Group on their 50th Anniversary, reminded
everyone of the upcoming Blood Drive hosted by the Police Department and the Electronic Recycling
event sponsored by Flood Brothers.
Village Attorney Castaldo explained that it has been President Lalmalani’s wish and desire to have Trustee
Yusuf preside over the meeting in his absence and that he will continue to vote and act as a Trustee.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
None
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Motion by Trustee Herman, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Board of Trustees Meeting of September 14, 2021. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B. REGULAR CLOSED BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 25, 2021
Motion by Trustee Herman, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Closed Board of Trustees Meeting of May 25, 2021. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
C. SPECIAL CLOSED BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OF MAY 19, 2021
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Special
Closed Board of Trustees Meeting of May 19, 2021. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D. SPECIAL CLOSED BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OF MAY 25, 2021
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Special
Closed Board of Trustees Meeting of May 19, 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: September 23, 2021 - $1,162,055.57
Significant Items included in Above:
1. LEGAL SERVICES:
a) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – August 2021 – America Pool Renovation -
$1,485.00
b) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – August 2021 – IAFF 4646 - $5,647.50
c) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – August 2021 – Telecom Companies & 5G -
$2,542.50
d) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – August 2021 – General - $10,820.14
(FY21 YTD - $103,693.52)
e) Lamp Law, LLC. - Legal Services – August 2021 - $3,333.33 (FY21 YTD - $26,666.64)
f) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – August 2021 – America Pool Renovation -
$1,485.00
TOTAL LEGAL BUDGET FOR 2021 IS $245,000.00
TOTAL LEGAL BILLS PAID FOR 2021 - YTD - $250,026.60
2. Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. – Harger Rd. & WM Project - $46,460.28
3. Trotter and Associates – Water System SCADA & Operations Rehabilitation - $210,889.00
4. Tyler Technologies – Munis Executime Implementation - Inv.#045-346293 - $39,698.00
5. IRMA – August 2021 Claims - $40,452.48
6. DuPage Water Commission - August 2021 - $542,187.24
B. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: $842,150.22
C. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts:
1. Golf Club Parking Lot Lights Replacement Project
D. Ordinances & Resolutions
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1. RESOLUTION 2021-PW-ENG-DSGN-AG-EX-R-1961, A Resolution Approving and
Authorizing the Execution of a Construction Management Contract By and Between the Village
of Oak Brook and Burke, LLC., for the Designer-Led Design Build Project of 35th/Midwest
Road Street Bike Path Reconfiguration
E. Village of Oak Brook – Monthly Financial Reports August – 2021
F. Proclamation - National Payroll Week
Motion by Trustee Manzo, seconded by Trustee Herman to approve the Consent Agenda, and
authorize the expenditures as presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Reddy, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1 – Trustee Nagle
Motion carried
7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
None
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Franklin 1900 Spring Rd., LLC, 1900 Spring Road – Extension of R-1762 for Preliminary
Subdivision Approval
Development Services Director Budzikowski announced that the members of Franklin Partners, including
Attorney Scott Day and members from Jupiter, are present to answer and address any questions or
concerns. He also stated that this is the third extension request, with the original dating back to 2018.
Trustee Herman clarified that the presented item is for procedural purposes only and not up for
reevaluation.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Herman that the Village Board approves and
authorizes the Franklin 1900 Spring Rd., LLC, 1900 Spring Road – Extension of R-1762 for
Preliminary Subdivision Approval
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Reddy, and Yusuf
Nays: 1 – Trustee Tiesenga
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1– Trustee Nagle
Motion carried
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. ORDINANCE 2021-ZO-V-EX-S-1625, An Ordinance Granting a Variation from Provisions
of Section 13-3-17.B.2 of Title 13 (“Zoning Regulations”) of the Village Code of the Village of
Oak Brook Relative to the Permitted Fence Height for the Property Located at 22 Natoma
Drive, Oak Brook, Illinois
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Trustee Herman asked for clarification of the language as it is written in the motion regarding the permit
issuance for the pool and fence on a good faith basis. He also confirmed that the council is on board with
this procedure.
Development Services Director Budzikowski clarified that both permits had been submitted to the Village
successfully. Regular procedural steps follow, and should a decision be made that a pool is no longer
needed, code enforcement procedures would take place.
Village Attorney Castaldo confirmed that code enforcement probation would be the subsequent step.
Trustee Tiesenga expressed his appreciation towards the Village staff, keeping this matter under close
observation, and shared his personal experience with the Village from 30 years ago.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Reddy that the Village Board approves and
authorizes the ORDINANCE 2021-ZO-V-EX-S-1625, An Ordinance Granting a Variation from
Provisions of Section 13-3-17.B.2 of Title 13 (“Zoning Regulations”) of the Village Code of the
Village of Oak Brook Relative to the Permitted Fence Height for the Property Located at 22
Natoma Drive, Oak Brook, Illinois
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 2 – Trustee Nagle, and Reddy
Motion carried
9. ACTIVE BUSINESS
A. Confirmation of Appointments
1. Various Board, Commissions and Committees
Hotel, Convention and Visitors Committee – Tariq Junejo,
Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board – Michael McCarthy, Nemura Pencyla
Motion by Trustee Tiesenga, seconded by Trustee Manzo to confirm the appointment of Tariq Junejo
to Hotel, Convention and Visitors Committee, Michael McCarthy and Nemura Pencyla to the
Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
ACTIVE BUSINESS
B. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. ORDINANCE 2021- LC-AL-G-1195, 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
Eighteen the Number of Authorized Class B Liquor Licenses (SSCH, LLC d/b/a Spirits &
Spice)
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Tiesenga that the Village Board approves an
ORDINANCE 2021- LC-AL-G-1195, 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 Eighteen the Number of
Authorized Class B Liquor Licenses (SSCH, LLC d/b/a Spirits & Spice)
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 2 – Trustee Nagle, and Reddy
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Motion carried
ACTIVE BUSINESS
B. Ordinances & Resolutions
2. ORDIANCE 2021-LC-AL-G-1196, 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 Thirty-Nine
the Number of Authorized Class A-1 Liquor Licenses (BBQ Ventures Inc. d/b/a Real Urban
BBQ)
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Tiesenga that the Village Board approves an
ORDIANCE 2021-LC-AL-G-1196, 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 Thirty-Nine the Number
of Authorized Class A-1 Liquor Licenses (BBQ Ventures Inc. d/b/a Real Urban BBQ)
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 2 – Trustee Nagle, and Reddy
Motion carried
ACTIVE BUSINESS
B. Ordinances & Resolutions
3. RESOLUTION 2021-SC-AG-EX-END-R-1962, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing
the Termination of an Intergovernmental Agreement By and Between the Village of Oak
Brook and the Oak Brook Park District Pertaining to the Operation of the Village’s
Swimming Pool, Tennis and Soccer
Trustee Herman explained the circumstances surrounding the termination of the contract with the Oak
Brook Park District. He stressed that the agreement is mutual between the parties and further expressed
his gratitude to the Oak Brook Park District for taking over during times of need. Moreover, he shared his
intention to bring plans for future operations and financial stability to the Board next month.
Motion by Trustee Herman, Seconded by Trustee Manzo that the Village Board approves an
RESOLUTION 2021-SC-AG-EX-END-R-1962, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the
Termination of an Intergovernmental Agreement By and Between the Village of Oak Brook and the
Oak Brook Park District Pertaining to the Operation of the Village’s Swimming Pool, Tennis and
Soccer
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Reddy, Tiesenga and Yusuf
Nays: 0 – None
Abstain: 0 – None
Absent: 1 – Trustee Nagle
Motion carried
ACTIVE BUSINESS
C. Three Way Stop Configuration on Madison Street at Frederic Dr. – Discussion
Resident Mario Vescovi spoke regarding the safety issues surrounding the area of Madison Street, the
surveys he conducted, and the petitions he collected. He also urged the Board to put up stop signs for the
safety of the residents. Lastly, he further stressed the safety issues and the inefficacy of the flashing data
collection devices in the area.
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Interim Village Manager/Police Chief Kruger explained that the issue was brought up to him by Mr.
Vescovi, actions were taken to collect data accordingly, and proceeded to further elaborate on the
findings. He also stated that the final decision about the stop signs is being left up to the Board since the
collected data does not warrant safety concerns in the area. Discussion ensued.
Trustee Herman asked about the time frame of the collected data and shared his experiences driving down
Madison Street. He also made suggestions regarding the installation of temporary signage for an agreed-
upon timeframe.
Trustee Reddy asked about the number of cars that passed through during the data collection period, about
any side effects of installing the stop signs, and spoke in agreement with Trustee Herman’s suggestion.
Trustee Manzo spoke in support of the Resident presented petition and explained his rationale based on
his personal experiences.
Resident Bob Blackwell spoke about his safety concerns walking along that stretch of the road using a
walker.
Trustee Tiesenga expressed his appreciation for the Police Department and the ability to conduct data
such as this one.
President Pro Tem Yusuf spoke in favor of keeping the temporary stop signs where they are currently
located, turning off the warning lights, and collecting additional data over the next few months, then
bringing the item back up to the Board for review and final decision. Later, he confirmed that there is
consensus from the Board to direct the Village Attorney to prepare an Ordinance allowing further data
collection.
ACTIVE BUSINESS
D. Business Registry/Licensing – Discussion
Trustee Herman began the discussion by explaining the reasons behind the suggested addition of a
business registry to the Village of Oak Brook, including public safety issues and data collection.
Furthermore, he stated that the Chamber of Commerce and the Business Community are not in favor of
this addition, shared their concerns, and stressed the significance of making the process inexpensive and
seamless. Discussion ensued.
Interim Village Manager/Police Chief Kruger spoke in agreement with Trustee Herman’s comments
stressing the importance of data collection for public safety.
Interim Fire Chief Arie spoke in support of the business registry and explained the benefits of having one
from the perspective of the Fire Department.
Trustee Reddy reiterated statements made by Interim Village Manager/Police Chief Kruger and Interim
Fire Chief Arie and made suggestions associated with the approval process.
Chamber of Commerce President and CEO David Carlin spoke about the unanimous opposition to the
business registry or license. Moreover, he went into details expressing his concerns on behalf of the Oak
Brook Chamber of Commerce and questioned the Village’s authority to implement a business registry or
licensing.
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Village Attorney Castaldo explained his understanding and purpose of this discussion and concurred with
Mr. Carlin’s comments regarding a non-home rule community.
Trustee Manzo spoke in support of the registry and the authorization for Village Attorney Castaldo to
create an Ordinance on the matter.
Trustee Tiesenga spoke in support and agreement with Interim Village Manager/Police Chief Kruger,
Interim Fire Chief Arie, and Trustee Herman to authorize Village Attorney Castaldo to further investigate
the matter with a stipulation that the Village does not violate the Illinois Constitution.
Trustee Reddy asked about the possibility of gathering the data from another readily available public
source.
President Pro Tem Yusuf spoke in agreement with previously made comments and expressed terms he
would oppose regarding the subject matter.
ACTIVE BUSINESS
E. Sales Tax Presentation
Trustee Herman shared a thorough PowerPoint presentation addressing Illinois sales tax law, the current
low sales tax rate in Oak Brook, and its collection history, along with the non-home rule retailers
occupation tax. He also made suggestions on how to offset rising costs and expenses. Furthermore,
Trustee Herman explained Oak Brook’s Philosophy regarding sales tax rate and its implementation,
addressing public safety, Oak Brook’s water system, and Development Services operations.
President Pro Tem Yusuf explained his understanding of the infrastructure tax and real estate tax
implementation and asked for further clarification. Later, he clarified Trustee Tiesenga’s comments.
Village Attorney Castaldo replied to President Pro Tem Yusuf by saying that a thorough examination of
past actions by the Village would be needed to address the questions adequately.
Trustee Tiesenga explained the Illinois Pension Code, the Village’s obligation, and how the lack of sales
tax funds could impose a real estate tax without any referendums. Moreover, he clarified where the
contribution amounts could be found within the Agenda Packet and spoke in favor of pursuing proposals
mentioned by Trustee Herman in his presentation.
Trustee Manzo thanked Trustee Herman and Trustee Tiesenga for all their hard work on the matters of
finances for the Village. After that, he spoke in support of Trustee Herman’s suggestions in offsetting the
rising costs and expenses.
Trustee Reddy concurred with the previously made comments.
10. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Clarendon Hills Resident Lori Burchett expressed her opinion regarding Trustee Herman’s presentation
and the remaining comments made by the Board. She also addressed her points of view regarding
freedom of speech, the recent amendment to the Ordinance referencing Public Comments, and her
conversation with Trustee Nagle.
Trustee Reddy provided everyone with an update regarding the hiring of a new Village Manager.
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12. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded, by Trustee Manzo to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the
Board of Trustees at 9:02 p.m. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
ATTEST:
Charlotte K. Pruss_____________
Charlotte K. Pruss
Village Clerk