Board of Ethics

MAYOR VILLAGE MANAGER Andrew Przybylo Steven C. Vinezeano TRUSTEES George D. Alpogianis VILLAGE CLERK John C. Jekot Marlene J. Victorine Joe LoVerde Danette O’Donovan Matyas Denise M. McCreery Phone: (847) 588-8000 Dean Strzelecki Fax: (847) 588-8051 www.vniles.com 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, Illinois 60714 MINUTES BOARD OF ETHICS Council Chambers June 18, 2015 – 5:30 p.m. The Board of Ethics meeting was held on Thursday, June 18, 2015, at the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman Gaudio. Members Present: Staff Present: Chairman Anthony Gaudio Joseph J. Annunzio, Village Attorney Steve Ostrega Kathy M. Thake, Secretary Randy Greco Matthew Lagodzinski Carol Bagley Also Present: Christopher B. Cohen, Inspector General Approval of Minutes Mr. Greco made a motion, seconded by Mr. Lagodzinski, to approve the minutes of the May 14, 2015, meeting; on voice vote all concurred. New Business Discussion on Sec. 2-428 of the Code of Ordinances Chairman Gaudio presented an amendment to Sec. 2-428 of the Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lagodzinski sought further explanation of how this procedure would work. Village Attorney informed the Board of Ethics that any allegation, question or inquiry would be brought before the entire Board of Ethics for review. It was further determined that the Village Attorney and Mr. Greco will revise the language presented by Chairman Gaudio. This matter will be discussed at a future meeting of the Board of Ethics. The meeting recessed at 5:50 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 5:53 p.m. It was suggested by the Village Attorney that Complaint #2015-03, should be taken out of the Executive Session and discussed in open session as it is a concern of potential systemic problem as opposed to an individual. The Board of Ethics agreed to discuss this matter in open session. Inspector General Cohen presented a fully detailed report of his finding regarding Complaint #2015-03 as this matter has been brought before the Board of Ethics for review. Chairman Gaudio questioned the Board of Ethics as to the next step with Complaint #2015-03. Mr. Lagodzinski suggested this can be discussed after the Board of Ethics develops language for Sec. 2-428 of the Code of Ordinances. Chairman Gaudio agreed to postpone this matter. Comments from the Public Resident Preston indicated she would like a follow up to her concern of posting meeting notices. Chairman Gaudio provided reassurance that a policy is in place and a reminder went out to all staff of such policy. Resident Palicki thanked all members who serve on the Board of Ethics and welcome Carol as a new member. Resident Palicki also indicated that the Board of Ethics should report its activity to the Village Board regularly as many residents are unable to attend most meetings scheduled by the various boards and committees. Executive Session Motion made by Mr. Greco to move into executive session at 6:45 p.m. to review newly submitted complaints #2015-04 and #2015-05; and existing complaints #2015-03(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), seconded by Mr. Lagodzinski; on voice vote all concurred. Motion to reconvene at 7:19 p.m. was made by a unanimous vote; all concurred. Reconvene in Open Session Motion to reconvene in open session at 7:20 p.m. was made by a unanimous vote. Arising out of Executive Session Motion made by Mr. Ostrega to dismiss complaint #2015-04 and #2015-05, seconded by Mr. Lagodzinski; on voice vote all concurred. Next Meeting A meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 14, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Adjournment Motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Ostrega seconded by Ms. Bagley; all concurred and the meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. Kathy M. Thake Board of Ethics Secretary 2