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Regular Meeting

Niles, IL · January 22, 2008

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REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF TRUSTEES, VILLAGE OF NILES January 22, 2008 8:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Following a Public Hearing on Special Service Area 2008-1, the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees was called to order at 8:05 p.m. by Assistant Village Manager Steven C. Vinezeano. The following Trustees were present: Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Murphy, Preston and Przybylo. APPOINTMENT OF Mr. Vinezeano asked for a nomination from the Board for a PRESIDENT PRO TEM Trustee to act as President Pro Tem for this meeting, as President Blase is out of town. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee Preston, to nominate Trustee Murphy to serve as President Pro Tem. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by President Pro Tem Murphy. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Trustee LoVerde made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to approve the minutes of the November 27, 2007, Regular Board Meeting Board meeting, as submitted. On roll call, the vote was: November 27, 2007 AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. January 22, 2008 PRESENTATIONS Police Chief Dean Strzelecki presented Officer Thomas Sperling with a retirement plaque after 30 years of dedicated Retirement service as a patrol officer on the Niles Police Department. Police Department During his career, Officer Sperling received many Officer Thomas Sperling Distinguished Duty Declarations and he will be truly missed by his colleagues. Retirement Scot Neukirch, Director of Finance, congratulated Rae Finance Department Koenig on her retirement after 9 ½ years of excellent service Rae Koenig as Village Receptionist. On a daily basis, Rae greeted and assisted residents, visitors, and staff both by phone and in person as they conducted their business with the Village. Best wishes to Rae on her retirement. 40th Anniversary Certificate of Bob Ryan, President of the Niles Chamber of Commerce and Membership to Village of Niles Industry, stated that the Chamber of Commerce feels very from Chamber of Commerce honored to have the relationship they do with the Village of Niles and that this year marks the 40th Anniversary of the Village’s membership with the Chamber. Mr. Ryan presented the Village and Board of Trustees with a 40th Anniversary Certificate of Membership and thanked them for their support over the years. PROCLAMATIONS President Pro Tem Murphy announced a Proclamation recognizing Attorney Gabriel S. Berrafato for his enormous contributions to our community as he receives the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2007 V.I.P. Award on January 31, 2008. TRUSTEE REPORTS Trustee Preston reported on the January 9th Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) meeting. Items on the agenda included financing of the conversion of the Glenview Transfer Station from a balefill facility to a top load conversion facility and the Compact Fluorescent Lightbulb (CFL) recycling program beginning February 1st. Trustee Preston also reported on the Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) meeting and the formal presentation by ComEd External Affairs Director Bill Voller on Improved Storm Response Action Items. Mr. Voller has been working with the Utility Regulation Committee after the outages from the storm last August. Randy Blankenhorn was present from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) and he asked for the NWMC’s support for a proposal for congestion pricing along the Jane Addams Tollway. Trustee 2 January 22, 2008 Preston also stated that the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus will be supporting Mayor Daley in hopes that Chicago will get the 2016 Summer Olympics. OLD BUSINESS Special Use for Three Antennas President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request for a on an Existing Monopole Tower Special Use to Co-Locate Three Antennas on an Existing 7007 Austin Avenue Tower at 7007 Austin Avenue. This application was 07-ZP-S7 reviewed by Municipal Services Associates and they recommended approval. The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals also recommended this on a vote of 6-0. Trustee LoVerde expressed his concern about interference with public safety frequencies for Police and Fire. His recommendation is based on the importance of our emergency frequency system and suggested that for this project and all future projects the Village require a letter clearly stating no interference with public safety frequencies will occur and not accept any more vague language or promise of best efforts as stated by Sprint in this case. Alex Novak, representing Sprint Nextel, was present at the meeting and stated that this language was from Mr. Chapman and they were not being purposely vague. Stu Chapman from Municipal Services was not present at this meeting to respond; and Chuck Ostman, Director of Community Development, stated he would contact Mr. Chapman to get a clarification. Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee Biederman, to continue 07-ZP-27 Special Use for Three Antennas on Existing Monopole Tower located at 7007 Austin Avenue until Stu Chapman of Municipal Services clarifies as to whether this is an FCC designation or standard wording. After additional discussion, it was decided that moving this item to the February Board meeting would create a tight timeframe for this project since the WiMAX goes in April 1st. Trustee Biederman suggested that a condition be put on passing this ordinance until a letter of clarification is submitted. Trustee Preston then withdrew her Motion to Continue and Trustee Biederman withdrew seconding of the Motion. Trustee LoVerde then made a motion, seconded by Trustee Przybylo, to adopt the Ordinance which approves a Special Use for Three Antennas on Existing Monopole Tower at 7007 Austin with an Amendment stating that for this project 3 January 22, 2008 and all future projects a letter that specifically states that there will be no interference with public safety frequencies and communications is required. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Plat of Resubdivision President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request to Muellers’ Five Resubdivision approve the Plat of Resubdivision at 8250 Oriole Avenue. 07-ZP-29 The parcel encompasses lot 69, 68 and ½ of lot 67 in which this parcel previously occupied a single family home on the same 2 ½ lots. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee Biederman, to adopt the Ordinance which approves the Plat of Resubdivision for Muellers’ Five Resubdivision at 8250 Oriole Avenue. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Plat of Resubdivision President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request to Smith’s Resubdivision approve the Plat of Resubdivision at 6914 W. Jarvis. The 07-ZP-30 parcel encompasses lot 39 and ½ of lot 40 in which this parcel previously occupied a single family home on the same 1 ½ lots. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee Preston, to adopt the Ordinance which approves the Plat of Resubdivision for Smith’s Resubdivision at 6914 W. Jarvis. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 4 January 22, 2008 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Special Use for Indoor Hand President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request for a Car Wash Special Use to construct and operate a hand car wash with a 6747 W. Touhy Avenue vehicle stacking variation at 6747 W. Touhy Avenue. The 08-ZP-01 Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals approved this by a 6-0 vote with the following conditions: right turn out only to Touhy from the exit near the east property line, overhead doors to remain closed except for entering and existing; and applicant is required to landscape and berm the south end of Riverside Drive, plans to be submitted for approval. Trustee Biederman questioned what type of lighting there was in the surrounding areas and parking lot. The architect for the project, Raffy Arzoumanian, stated that there are lights mounted on the building that shine out to the parking lot with a shield on top so the light doesn’t spill beyond the property line but it lights up the parking area. Trustee Biederman was also concerned about the number of parking spots for employees. It shows that there are only five parking spots designated for ten employees. Attorney Paul Kolpak, representing the petitioner, stated that only five spots are required for the number of employees. Trustee LoVerde added that one of those five spots is handicapped, and asked if an employee can park in a handicapped spot if they are not a handicapped person. The answer is no. There are then only four parking spots for employees. Mr. Arzoumanian responded that it is his understanding that at any given time there will only be six to seven employees present. Trustees Biederman and LoVerde were also concerned about parking in the residential area of Riverside Drive. Trustee LoVerde asked if parking was allowed on the west end of Riverside Drive. Attorney Kolpak stated that there is no restriction to parking there. Trustee Callero stated that it looks like there are at least four spots and the south end of it will be berm, they will not be able to get into the residential area of Riverside Drive. Trustee LoVerde was concerned about the timing of the lights at Riverside Drive. The traffic consultant timed the light at 25 seconds and estimated that 10 vehicles can move 5 January 22, 2008 through the intersection during that time. Attorney Kolpak explained the way this project is designed; you will never have more than one car going out of there every five minutes. It takes approximately 20 minutes from start to finish of the car wash. Clearly 10 cars will not be coming out all at once. Trustee LoVerde asked about the cost for a hand car wash. Attorney Kolpak stated that the minimum price would be $15-$20 and up. Trustee LoVerde then asked staff if we have any ordinance that deals with the hours of operation of a car wash. Mr. Ostman stated that we did not and that would be part of the Special Use. Trustee Preston questioned where the landscape and berm plan was for the south end of Riverside Drive. Mr. Ostman stated that no berm plan has been submitted. Attorney Kolpak stated that they would submit that plan assuming they got the zoning and that it was part of the landscaping package. Trustee Preston asked if concerns from the Village Departments had been addressed, specifically, the Engineering Department stated that all water had to be held on the property to prevent freezing on Touhy Avenue and Riverside. Attorney Kolpak stated that this is part of the Civil Engineering Plan and they will do that. Thinking about the environment, Trustee LoVerde wondered if there was any apparatus in this car wash system that recycles water. Mr. Arzoumanian stated that at this point they haven’t looked into it, but he encourages all of his clients to seriously consider it. Trustee Murphy stated that vehicle stacking is a big concern for the Police Department. If there is more than the exhibited 10 cars, the overflow will then be on Riverside Drive and Touhy Avenue. There is also concern about the entrance to the bicycle path and that the stacking cars will be a hazard to those using the path. Attorney Kolpak answered that the stacking is not on Riverside Drive and that the cars will be moving slowly into the car wash. There is a light on Touhy Avenue for the bicyclists and pedestrians to cross safely. Trustee LoVerde stated that these conceptual drawings are terrific, but in reality only time will tell if these cars begin to stack up, come on Riverside Drive and block the sidewalk. Attorney Kolpak stated that because it is a hand car wash and not an automatic car wash, the pace will be slower, it takes at least 20 minutes to wash a car, and they don’t anticipate stacking because someone would have to wait over two hours to get their car washed. 6 January 22, 2008 Trustee Przybylo made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to adopt the Ordinance to Approve a Special Use for Indoor Hand Car Wash at 6747 West Touhy Avenue with the conditions set out by the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. On roll call the vote was: AYES 4 Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 1 Biederman ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 4 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Annexing Property Generally President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is an ordinance Located at the Southwest officially annexing the property commonly known as 8001 Corner of Golf Road and Golf Road and 9544 Washington Street into the Village of Washington Street Niles. Trustee Biederman made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to adopt the Ordinance Annexing Property Generally Located at the Southwest Corner of Golf Road and Washington Street. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Vacation of Easement at President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this an ordinance 6300 W. Howard Street which will release all easements concerning a Village water tank that was located at 6300 West Howard Street. The water tank was razed and there are no plans for replacement. The easement is no longer needed. Trustee Przybylo made a motion, seconded by Trustee LoVerde to adopt the Ordinance which approves the Vacation of Easement at 6300 W. Howard Street. On roll call, the vote was: 7 January 22, 2008 AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Amend Chapter 98 Traffic and President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this ordinance amends Vehicles - Add Limousines to Chapter 98 Traffic and Vehicles by adding limousines to Restricted Truck and Bus those vehicles that cannot park for long periods of time on Parking Village streets. Trustee Przybylo made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to adopt the Ordinance which Amends Chapters 98 Traffic and Vehicles by adding limousines to restricted truck and bus parking. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Amend Chapter 98 Traffic and President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is an ordinance Vehicles – Shorten Towing amending Chapter 98 Traffic and Vehicles by shortening the Time for Abandoned Vehicles time in which an abandoned vehicle can be towed by the Village of Niles from 30 days to 7 days. Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee Biederman, to adopt the Ordinance which Amends Chapter 98 Traffic and Vehicles by shortening the time abandoned vehicles can be towed by the Village from 30 days to 7 days. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. 8 January 22, 2008 Pace Agreement for 2008 President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request for approval of an ordinance authorizing the execution of an agreement with Pace for the purchase of services for the provision of bus service for 2008. This agreement is effective January 1, 2008, and is substantially the same as the 2007 Agreement. Trustee Preston noted a correction on page 28, under Section 11.2 Monthly Installments and Final Payments, the date of final payment or credit should read February 15, 2009, not 2008. George Van Geem, Village Manager, agreed and it is duly noted. This correction will be made on the final version of the contract. Trustee Przybylo made a motion, seconded by Trustee LoVerde, to adopt the Ordinance authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Pace for the Purchase of Services for the Provision of Bus Service with the direction that the General Government Department will change and correct as necessary, specifically the final payment or credit date to February 15, 2009. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Purchase Street Sweeper President Pro Tem Murphy stated that the Public Services Deparment is requesting authorization to purchase a street sweeper scheduled for replacement in the current budget. The street sweeper would be purchased through the NWMC Suburban Purchasing Cooperative at a cost of $142,935.00. Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee Biederman, to approve the purchase of a street sweeper in the amount of $142,935.00 from the NWMC Suburban Cooperative’s lowest bidder, Standard Equipment Company. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 9 January 22, 2008 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Purchase Additional Road Salt President Pro Tem Murphy stated that before the winter of 2007/2008 officially began on December 22nd, the Public Services Department had already ordered 4,400 tons of salt, 400 tons above the average annual purchase. Therefore, they are requesting authorization of an emergency change order authorizing the purchase of up to an additional 2,500 tons of salt from Morton Salt at the same price of $41.73 per ton. The total amount for approval is $104,325.00. Scott Jochim, Director of Public Services, stated that, to date, we have used over 4,000 tons of salt. Trustee LoVerde made a motion, seconded by Trustee Preston, to authorize the purchase of an additional 2,500 tons of road salt from Morton Salt. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Purchase 2008 Ford Crown President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request from Victoria for Public Services the Public Services Department to authorize the purchase of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria from Golf Mill Ford in the amount of $23,163.95 to replace the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria currently being used by the Superintendent of Public Works. This vehicle was scheduled for replacement in the current budget. Trustee Callero supports this purchase from the dealership in the Village of Niles, whose price is less than the cost charged through the State of Illinois contract, and lower than the other quotes received. In this case, Trustee Callero agrees to waive the bid requirements. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee Przybylo, to authorize the purchase of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria in the amount of $23,163.95 from Golf Mill Ford. On roll call, the vote was: 10 January 22, 2008 AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Bid Out to Replace Public President Pro Tem Murphy stated that the Public Services Services Dump Truck Department is requesting authorization to go out to bid to replace a 1988 5-ton dump tuck used for snow removal/salting, which is scheduled for replacement in the current budget. The budgeted amount is $90,000.00. Trustee LoVerde made a motion, seconded by Trustee Biederman, to grant authorization to go out to bid for a dump truck for Public Services. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Bid Out for One Four-Wheel President Pro Tem Murphy stated that originally the Public Drive Truck with Plow and Services Department had scheduled Units 439 and 440 for Plow Assembly for Public replacement in the current budget. Upon further Services consideration, instead of purchasing two new vans, the Public Services Department would like to purchase one four- wheel drive truck along with a plow and plow assembly. This purchase would better meet the needs of the Department, as well as give them one more piece of snow fighting equipment. The budgeted amount for approval is $40,000.00. Trustee LoVerde made a motion, seconded by Trustee Preston, to grant authorization to go out to bid for a four- wheel drive truck with a plow and plow assembly. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy 11 January 22, 2008 There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Authorizing Extension to President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request for Custodial Services Contract approval to extend the Custodial Services contract for one with an Addendum year at the same cost $104,760.00. This is the first extension of the original contract that was awarded on January 23, 2007. The Public Services Department is also requesting approval for an addendum to the original contract in the amount of $18,120.00 to include janitorial services for the first floor of the Public Services building and janitorial services for the new Teen Center at Golf Mill. Trustee LoVerde asked how many years on the contract and how many extensions are allowed. Mr. Van Geem stated that it is a 3-year contract and we can request one more extension. Trustee Biederman made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to authorize approval of extension of the Custodial Services Contract with Addendum, for a total amount of $122,880.00. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Approval to Circulate a President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this is a request to Request for Proposals for authorize the issuance of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for Landscape Design Services for landscape design services for municipal property and Municipal Property and entrance signs. Preliminary cost estimates range from Entrance Signs $35,000 to $50,000, depending on scope of services. Trustee Preston stated that this concept was presented to the Board at a Pre-Board Meeting last November and it goes along with the Milwaukee Avenue improvement plan. The purpose of getting an architectural landscape design service consultant would be to provide landscape continuity throughout the Village on Municipal properties, specifically at the intersection of Touhy and Milwaukee Avenues. Trustee LoVerde agreed that it was a great idea to have consistency in our landscaping design. Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to authorize approval to circulate an RFP for Landscape Design Services for Municipal Property. On roll 12 January 22, 2008 call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. Bid Award for 2008 Utility President Pro Tem stated that this is a request for approval of Cutaway Van a bid award for the 2008 Utility Cutaway Van to Lemay Buick Pontiac, GMC, in the amount of $33,601.78. This is a budgeted item in the amount of $34,000.00. Trustee Callero added that this was bid out and this is the low bid of the two. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee Preston, to authorize the purchase of a 2008 Utility Cutaway Van from the lowest bidder, Lemay Buick Pontiac, GMC, in the amount of $33,601.78. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. PETITIONS FOR REFERRAL President Pro Tem Murphy stated there is one Petition for Referral to the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals: 08-ZP-02 Richard C. Oppermann Requesting a Variation to the Rear Yard Setback 9038 Joey Drive Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee LoVerde, to refer the Zoning Petition to the Zoning Board. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 13 January 22, 2008 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT OF NEW President Pro Tem Murphy introduced the new Plan PLAN COMMISION AND Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals Member, Tom ZONING BOARD OF Surace. Mr. Surace replaces Mike Looby who resigned APPEALS MEMBER from the Commission. Trustee Preston made a motion, seconded by Trustee Callero, to appoint Tom Surace to the vacancy on the Niles Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. FINANCIAL REPORTS November 2007 Trustee Callero stated that the Accounts Payable for the month of November 2007 were $9,637,848.63. The ending cash balance as of November 30, 2007, was $29,467,469.74. Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee LoVerde, that the Accounts Payable for the month of November 2007 be approved for payment and the Treasurer’s Report filed for audit. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. December 2007 Trustee Callero stated that the Accounts Payable for the month of December 2007 were $4,325,645.35. The ending cash balance as of December 31, 2007, was $30,670,743.09. 14 January 22, 2008 Trustee Callero made a motion, seconded by Trustee LoVerde, that the Accounts Payable for the month of December 2007 be approved for payment and the Treasurer’s Report filed for audit. On roll call, the vote was: AYES 5 Biederman, Callero, LoVerde, Preston and Przybylo NAYS 0 ABSENT 0 ABSTAIN 1 Murphy There being 5 affirmative votes, the MOTION CARRIED. President Pro Tem Murphy stated that this concluded the business of the Board and asked if there was anything from the floor. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Preston, and seconded by Trustee Callero. On roll call, all concurred. The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. ____________________________ ________________________________________ Village Clerk Village President Pro Tem 15

Agenda

“Where People Count” 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, Illinois 60714 Telephone (847) 588-8000; Fax (847) 588-8051 Mayor Nicholas B. Blase AGENDA Trustees NILES VILLAGE BOARD MEETING Kim S. Biederman January 22, 2008 Robert M. Callero Joe LoVerde Bart T. Murphy Louella B. Preston 8:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING Village Manager Andrew Przybylo Special Service Area 2008-1 George R. Van Geem Village Manager George R. Van Geem REGULAR MEETING Village Clerk Marlene J. Victorine CALL TO ORDER APPOINTMENT OF PRESIDENT PRO TEM Steve Vinezeano Assistant Village Manager PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES Regular Board Meeting November 27, 2007 PRESENTATIONS Retirement – Police Department Officer Thomas Sperling Retirement – Public Services Thomas A. Oleksy Retirement – Finance Department Rae E. Koenig The Village of Niles will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by making reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you or someone you know with a disability require accommodation for a Village service or have any questions about the Village’s compliance, please contact George R. Van Geem, Village Manager, 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, Illinois at (847) 588-8000. January 22, 2008, Board Agenda/2 PROCLAMATIONS Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2007 V.I.P. Gabriel S. Berrafato, Attorney at Law TRUSTEE REPORTS Trustee Preston OLD BUSINESS Item #1 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE President Pro Tem Special Use for Three Antennas on Existing Monopole Tower 7007 Austin Avenue 07-ZP-27 Item #2 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE President Pro Tem Plat of Resubdivision Muellers’ Five Resubdivision 07-ZP-29 Item #3 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE President Pro Tem Plat of Resubdivision Smith’s Resubdivision 07-ZP-30 Item #4 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE President Pro Tem Special Use for Indoor Hand Car Wash 6747 W. Touhy Avenue 08-ZP-01 NEW BUSINESS Item #1 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE Trustee Biederman Annexing Property Generally Located at the Southwest Corner of Golf Road and Washington Item #2 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE Trustee Przybylo Vacation of Easement at 6300 W. Howard Street January 22, 2008, Board Agenda/3 Item #3 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE Trustee Preston Amend Chapter 98 Traffic and Vehicles Add Limousines to Restricted Truck and Bus Parking Item #4 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE Trustee Preston Amend Chapter 98 Traffic and Vehicles Shorten Towing Time for Abandoned Vehicles Item #5 DISCUSSION AND ORDINANCE Trustee Przybylo Pace Agreement for 2008 Item #6 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee Przybylo Purchase Street Sweeper Item #7 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee LoVerde Purchase Additional Road Salt Item #8 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee Callero Purchase 2008 Ford Crown Victoria for Public Services Item #9 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee LoVerde Bid Out to Replace Public Services Dump Truck Item #10 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee LoVerde Bid Out for One Four-Wheel Drive Truck With Plow and Plow Assembly for Public Services Item #11 REQUEST FOR BOARD APPROVAL Trustee Biederman Authorizing Extension to Custodial Services Contract with an Addendum January 22, 2008, Board Agenda/4 Item #12 APPROVAL FOR RFP Trustee Preston Approval to Circulate a Request for Proposals for Landscape Design Services for Municipal Property and Entrance Signs Item #13 BID AWARD Trustee Callero 2008 Utility Cutaway Van for Public Services APPOINTMENT OF NEW PLAN COMMISSION President Pro Tem AND ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEMBER PETITIONS FOR REFERRAL President Pro Tem 08-ZP-02 Richard Oppermann Requesting a Variation to Rear Yard Setback 9038 Joey Drive FINANCIAL REPORTS Trustee Callero November 2007 December 2007 ADJOURNMENT