VBM-2009-1021

MINUTES

FOR THE REGULAR VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

OF THE PRESIDENT AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF ORLAND HILLS, ILLINOIS

FOR OCTOBER 21, 2009

President Hastings called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m.

Clerk Burke called the roll with the following results. Present: President Kyle R. Hastings, Clerk Burke, Trustees: O'Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech, Administrator Daly, Attorney Zale, Recreation Director Bilina, Building Commissioner Ennesser, Public Works Director Worley, Assistant Public Works Director O’Hern, Chief Scully and ESDA Director Leddin. Absent: Deputy Chief Blaha.

With a quorum having been established, a salute to the flag was proffered.

President’s Report: President Hastings.

President Hastings announced the upcoming retirement of Mr. Steve O’Hern, effective October 30, 2009. He thanked Steve for his ten years of service to Orland Hills and added that he will be missed.

President Hastings requested support of a motion to approve Ordinance 2009-011, establishing a Veterans Commission for the Village, as presented. Motion made by Trustee Roti, seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. President Hastings requested support of a motion to approve the appointments to the Veterans Commission as presented. Motion made by Trustee O’Neill, seconded by Trustee Morrison. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Clerk Burke then administered the oath of office to the five appointed commissioon members.

President Hastings requested support of a motion to recess for fifteen minutes at 8:10 PM. Motion made by Trustee Janachowski, seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

The meeting was then in recess.

President Hastings requested support of a motion to approve the return to the regular order of business at 8:28 PM. Motion made by Trustee Janachowski, seconded by Trustee Morrison. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Clerk’s Report: Clerk BurkeClerk Burke requested support of a motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Village Board Meeting of the Village President and the Board of Trustees for October 7, 2009, as presented. Motion made by Trustee Morrison, seconded by Trustee Roti. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Administrator’s Report: John A. Daly.

Administrator Daly requested support of a motion to approve and authorization to execute documents with Harleysville Life Insurance Company, of Harleysville, PA., for renewal of Life Insurance Program and additional term life options, as presented. Motion made by Trustee Gnech, seconded by Trustee O’Neill. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Attorney’s Report: Attorney Amy Zale - No report at this time.

***COMMITTEE REPORTS***

Finance Report: Trustee O’Neill

Trustee O’Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve Warrant #09-10-24; being all regular bill payments for this period, which report is titled as “Miscellaneous Accounts Payable,” and which report is dated October 21, 2009, in the amount of $124,610.25. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee O’Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Immel Construction of Green Bay, for street repairs, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee O’Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Gnech to approve Allstate Insurance/Flexible Benefit Service Corp. benefit program, at no cost to the Village, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee O’Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Janachowski to approve MB Financial Bank’s “Bank @ Work” program, at no cost to the Village, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee O’Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve Resolution # 2009-1025, authorizing participation in the Illinois Funds, Local Government Short Term Loan Program, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Developmental, Planning & Zoning: Trustee Gnech - No report at this time.

Police & Fire: Trustee Hanley - No report at this time.

Public Works: Trustee Hanley - No report at this time.

Youth, Education and Recreation: Trustee Morrison.

Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee Roti to approve and authorize the execution of Program Instructor/Supervisor agreements, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee O’Neill to approve indoor facility use request of Orland Hills Youth Baseball & Softball Association for the 2010 season, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee O’Neill to approve the waiver of fees associated with the indoor facility use request of Orland Hills Youth Baseball & Softball Association for the 2010 season, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED. Economic Development/ Environmental Committee: Trustee Gnech - No report at this time. Audience Comments: Mr. Doug Welch of Park Place addressed a concern regarding speeding vehicles on Park Place between 7:10 AM and 7:30 AM. Mayor Hastings introduced Mr. Welch to the Chief of Police and instructed the Chief to have a radar detail stationed in that area at that approximate time. Mr. Welch asked why JCB School teachers were parking in the spaces on the east side of Haven, across from the school. The Administrator advised that Seton Church and Cardinal Bernardin School have a reciprocal agreement with the Village for shared facility use, which has proven beneficial to all parties. Mr. Ed Smith of Marigold thanked Trustees Morrison and Janachowski for their attendance and assitance during the recent Fishing Derby. He urged other elected officials to attend in the future. Mr. Smith addressed his concern for action relating to IAWC and the recent meeting in Homer Glen. Mr. Smith then asked for an update relating to the bridge installation at Kelly Park and restoration work needed. Mr. Smith addressed the 88^th Avenue repairs that are needed; street light out at Meadowview and Marigold; and recommended organizing a bus trip to Springfield for the ICC Hearing on IAWC Water Rate Case. Old Business: None. Adjournment:No further business was to be heard so, President Hastings requested support of a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:57 pm. Motion made by Trustee Morrison, Seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: O’Neill, Roti, Janachowski, Hanley, Morrison and Gnech. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED - MEETING ADJOURNED.

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Mikki Burke VILLAGE CLERK

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