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MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 08, 2022 REGULAR
MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK
APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
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 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, James Nagle, A. Suresh Reddy, Edward
Tiesenga Trustee Yusuf, and President Gopal Lalmalani
ABSENT: None
IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Greg Summers, Interim Police Chief John Krull, Information
Technology Director Jim Fox, Development Services Director Tony Budzikowski, Golf
Manager/Superintendent Sean Creed, Finance Director Jason Paprocki, Public Works Director Rick
Valent, Battalion Chief Kevin Fleege, Head Librarian Jacob Post, HR Director/Deputy Clerk Kathy
Vonachen and Village Attorney Sam Tornatore
3.PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS
President Lalmalani announced the passing of the former Village President Wence Cerne, shared
information about his service to the Village, and asked Trustee Herman to speak about his experience
with the former President. Post the presentation from the Oak Brook Club Condominium Association and
the Civilian Awards Recognition, he spoke about the Lunar New Year in the Year of the Tiger and wished
all celebrating a Happy New Year. Finally, President Lalmalani invited everyone to take advantage of the
miles of trails at the Oak Brook Sports Core for a number of winter activities.
Trustee Herman shared his experiences with former Village President Cerne and his family while growing
up in the neighborhood.
A.A Presentation from Oak Brook Club of a Donation of $1,500 to the Fire Department Toward
Purchase of a New Treadmill
President Lalmalani introduced Property Manager Leslie Pollard of the Oak Brook Club Condominium
Association and asked her to present the donation to the Fire Department. Next, he thanked the Oak
Brook Club Condominium Association for their kindness and generosity.
Oak Brook Club Condominium Association property manager Leslie Pollard introduced herself and
thanked the Board for their time. She also shared her appreciation to the Fire Department on behalf of the
Oak Brook Club Condominium Association and presented the donation to Battalion Chief Fleege.
B.Civilian Awards Recognition for Oakbrook Center Incident
President Lalmalani asked Commander Kadolph to present the Meritorious Service Medal to a group of
civilians that stepped forward during the Oakbrook Center incident of December 23, 2021. Following the
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presentation, President Lalmalani thanked the award recipients on behalf of himself and the Village Board
for their assistance during the evening of said events. He also mentioned the implementation of new
safety enhancements and asked Tim Geiges, Senior General Manager of Oakbrook Center, to speak on the
matter.
Commander Kadolph thanked the Board for the opportunity to present the good Samaritans with the
Meritorious Service Medal and presented individuals with the award. He also acknowledged each
person’s actions the night of the Oakbrook Center incident of December 23, 2021. Lastly, Commander
Kadolph thanked the award recipients for their heroic actions on behalf of the Oak Brook Police
Department.
Senior General Manager of Oakbrook Center, Tim Geiges thanked everyone for their efforts and
expressed his thoughts regarding the community response to the mentioned incident. He further spoke
about implementing new security measures to enhance the experience of shopping, dining, and
entertainment for all patrons.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
General Manager of The Drake Oak Brook Autograph Collection and a Chairman of the Oak Brook Hotel
Committee, Lee Hoener, shared thoughts, ideas, and recommendations on behalf of the Hotel Committee
regarding the fund allocation from the Hotel/Motel Fund, tax exemptions for extended hotel stays and the
involvement in the RFP process.
Resident Jonathan Smith shared factual information while divulging his thoughts regarding the Point B
marketing campaigns and the company.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Board of Trustees Meeting of January 25, 2022
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Board of Trustees Meeting of January 25, 2022. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B. Special Closed Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2021
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Special
Closed Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2021. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
C. Regular Closed Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2021
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Closed Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2021. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D. Regular Closed Meeting Minutes of October 12, 2021 #1
Motion by Trustee Reddy seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Closed Meeting Minutes of October 12, 2021 #1. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
E. Regular Closed Meeting Minutes of October 12, 2021 #2
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Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Manzo to approve the Minutes of the Regular
Closed Meeting Minutes of October 12, 2021 #2. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
F. Special Closed Meeting Minutes of November 29, 2021
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Yusuf to approve the Minutes of the Special Closed
Meeting Minutes of November 29, 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 3, 2022 - $184,284.16
Significant Items included in Above:
1. LEGAL SERVICES:
a) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – December 2021 – Pool - $112.50
b) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – December 2021 – IAFF 4646 - $809.08
c) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – December 2021 – Boros - $458.40
d) Ottosen, Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo – December 2021 - $12,771.26
(FY21 YTD - $166,380.26)
TOTAL LEGAL BUDGET FOR 2021 IS $245,000.00
TOTAL LEGAL BILLS PAID FOR 2021 - YTD - $353,851.98
B. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending: January 22, 2022 - $769,713.90
C. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts:
1. Computer Network Virtual Infrastructure Replacement
D. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. RESOLUTION 2022-PW-AG-B&T/P-R-2002, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the
Execution of an Agreement By and Between the Village of Oak Brook and Chicagoland Pool
Management, Inc. for the 2022 Pool Management Services
2. RESOLUTION 2022-SC-GOLF-PG-R-1992, A Resolution Approving the Waiver of Competitive
Bidding and Authorizing the Purchase of Golf Merchandise for Resale
4. RESOLUTION 2022-FD-MUTAID-AG-R-2001, A Resolution Approving an Automatic Aid
Agreement By and Between the Village and of Oak Brook and the Village of Downers Grove
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Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Herman to approve the Consent Agenda, and
authorize the expenditures as presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Nagle Reddy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 - None
Abstain: 0 - None
Absent: 0 - None
Motion carried
7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
None
8. BOARDS & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Adoption of the 2022 Official Zoning Map
Motion by Trustee Herman, Seconded by Trustee Manzo that the Village Board concurs with the
Recommendation from the Planning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals to Approve the
2022 Official Zoning Map and Authorize Preparation of the Necessary Resolution.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 - None
Abstain: 0 - None
Absent: 0 - None
Motion carried
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. RESOLUTION 2022-DMMC-LP-R-1998, A Resolution Endorsing the Legislative Action
Program of the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference for the 2022 Legislative Session
Trustee Tiesenga made an introductory motion to the Resolution, after which a discussion ensued. Later,
he made a suggestion as to the wording of the amendment.
Trustee Nagle expressed his opinions regarding certain portions of the Resolution and asked that they be
removed prior to the final approval by the Board. He also made the motion to make the requested
Amendments and addressed Trustee Yusuf's questions.
Village Manager Summers reiterated and confirmed Trustee Nagle's request to strike certain comp onents
within the Resolution. He also confirmed statements made by Trustee Yusuf and clarified the sections to
be amended prior to taking a vote.
Trustee Yusuf divulged his thoughts and opinions regarding the flexibility of using the proceeds from the
designated Hotel/Motel Fund and the tax limits for extended stays. Moreover, he asked why in the opinion
of the Board, the Village would not allow themselves the flexibility to use the proceeds in various ways.
Trustee Manzo asked for clarification regarding the sections requested to be struck.
Motion by Trustee Nagle, Seconded by Trustee Reddy that the Village Board approves
RESOLUTION 2022-DMMC-LP-R-1998, A Resolution Endorsing the Legislative Action Program
of the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference for the 2022 Legislative Session As Amended
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ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 1 - Trustee Yusuf
Abstain: 0 - None
Absent: 0 - None
Motion carried
10.ACTIVE BUSINESS
A.Ordinances & Resolutions
1. ORDINANCE 2022-LC-AL-G-1206, 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-
Eight the Number of Authorized Class A-1 And Increasing By One To Eighteen The
Number of Authorized Class B Liquor Licenses
Trustee Nagle recused himself from participation due to a conflict of interest.
Trustee Herman asked about the dynamics of the planned liquor sales within the restaurant.
Zubin Kammula of Siegel & Mosses, P.C., representing Piccolo Buco, explained the planned sale of wine
and that the restaurant is owned and operated by Cooper’s Hawk.
Trustee Manzo confirmed that the operations will include only the sale of wine bottles.
H.R. Director/Deputy Clerk Vonachen confirmed all the statements made by counsel Kammula.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Reddy that the Village Board approves
ORDINANCE 2022-LC-AL-G-1206, 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-Eight the Number
of Authorized Class A-1 And Increasing By One To Eighteen The Number of Authorized Class
B Liquor Licenses
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Reddy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 - None
Abstain: 1 - Trustee Nagle
Absent: 0 - None
Motion carried
B. Hotel/Motel Fund – Marketing and Advertising RFP & DCVB Membership
Trustee Manzo began the discussion by explaining that the item is a continuance of conversations
regarding the funds allocated for marketing purposes. After that, he shared his thoughts and opinions,
adding a recommendation. Discussion ensued. Later, Trustee Manzo asked for a clarification on the
membership and marketing package with the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau and shared his
thoughts and opinions on the current system.
Trustee Yusuf spoke in favor of periodically going out to bids, spoke about the DuPage Convention and
Visitors Bureau, and urged the Board to consider the benefits of continued partnership with the DuPage
Convention and Visitors Bureau. Lastly, he asked for a clarification of the RFP components prior to the
vote.
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Executive Director for DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau Beth Marchetti thanked the Board for the
opportunity to clarify any concerns and proceeded to explain and address questions and said concerns.
She also shared a presentation addressing many issues brought up during previous meetings.
Trustee Tiesenga asked about the current arrangement with DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau, the
matched dues, hotel tax collections, and fund allocation. He also made a statement regarding the State
Requirement for fund allocation.
Trustee Nagle conveyed his thoughts and opinions on marketing with Point B and the funds spent
working with the company over the years.
Village Manager Summers clarified Trustee Yusuf’s question about the RFP process for the subject
matter and named the State Statute containing the language on the Hotel/Motel Tax collection.
Motion by Trustee Manzo, Seconded by Trustee Reddy that the Village Board discusses and
approves going out to RFP for the marketing of all pro hotels.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 6 – Trustees Herman, Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: 0 - None
Abstain: 0 - None
Absent: 0 - None
Motion carried
11.PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Clarendon Hills Resident Lori Burchett announced her candidacy for President of the United States and
further spoke about a movement she started in 2017.
12.ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Reddy, seconded by Trustee Yusuf to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Board
of Trustees at 8:06 p.m. VOICE VOTE: Motion carried.
ATTEST:
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Charlotte K. Pruss
Village Clerk
/s/ Charlotte K. Pruss