VBM-2008-0319

MINUTES

FOR THE REGULAR VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

OF THE PRESIDENT AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF ORLAND HILLS, ILLINOIS

FOR MARCH 19, 2008

President Hastings called the meeting to order at 8:02 p.m.

Clerk Burke called the roll with the following results. Present: President Kyle Hastings, Trustees: Diggs, Gnech, Hanley, Million, Morrison and O’Neill, Administrator Daly, Attorney Shine, Recreation Director Bilina, Building Commissioner Ennesser (8:09), Public Works Director Worley, Assistant Public Works Director O’Hern, Chief Scully, Deputy Chief Blaha, and Transportation Director Coleman. Absent: Treasurer Roti and ESDA Director Leddin.

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

President’s Report: President Hastings

Mayor Hastings read into the record Proclamation # 2008-1013, National Library Week.

Mayor Hastings requested support of a motion to approve the following appointments:

Brian F. Evans, 16260 S. 92nd St., to the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission, whose term would expire April 30, 2009; and William Perepechko, 16825 S. 89th Av., to the Planning, Zoning & Development Commission, whose term would expire April 30, 2010. Motion made by Trustee O'Neill, Seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Mayor Hastings commented on the Richards Bulldogs becoming the State Champions.

Clerk’s Report: Clerk Burke

Clerk 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 March 5, 2008. Motion made by Trustee Morrison, Seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Administrator’s Report: Administrator Daly

Administrator Daly requested support of a motion to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LTD. of Rosemont for IDOT, Phase 1 Engineering Services for Part 2 of the Federal High Priority Project, as presented. Motion made by Trustee Gnech, Seconded by Trustee Morrison. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Administrator Daly requested support of a motion to approve the hiring of Gabriel Alvarado of Monee, Joseph W. Johnston of Tinley Park and Lorenzo M. Spearman Jr. of Calumet City as Part-Time Police Officers at the starting rate of pay of $14.00 per hour, upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing, background investigation and certification of position prerequisites, effective with the approval of such documentation by the Village Administrator. Motion made by Trustee Hanley, Seconded by Trustee Gnech. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Clerk Burke administered the Oath of Office to the three newly hired officers.

Administrator Daly provided a status update regarding the RFP process for Refuse Removal Services. He explained the proposals, which had been submitted, and provided a copy of each submittal along with a summary of the proposals. He stated that a survey would be mailed to each single-family household, soliciting their feedback and announcing the Hearing to be held on April 9, 2008 at 7:30 PM. Without exception the Administrator will proceed as presented.

Attorney’s Report: Attorney Shine

No report at this time.

***COMMITTEE REPORTS***

Finance Report: Trustee O'Neill

Trustee O'Neill moved, Seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve Warrant # 07-08-46; being all regular bill payments for this period, which report is titled as “Miscellaneous Accounts Payable” and which report is dated March 19, 2008, in the amount of $127,302.36. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee O'Neill moved, Seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve and authorize the execution of documents with AT & T Complete Link for telephone services, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Developmental, Planning & Zoning: Trustee Gnech

Trustee Gnech moved, Seconded by Trustee Hanley to approve Ordinance # 2008-006, approving Final Site Plan and granting a special use for ALDI at 9271 W. 159th Street, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

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 Hanley to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. of Kingsbury, IN. for fireworks display, as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee Morrison moved, Seconded by Trustee Hanley to approve and authorize the execution of documents for other aspects of the 15th Annual Jamboree, Tournament and Independence Celebration. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Economic Development/ Environmental Committee: Trustee Diggs

No report at this time.

Audience Comments:

Mr. Ed Smith of Orland Hills commented on the dead trees and path work to be completed in the Ashbourne Hills area. He asked about the limestone outcroppings being loose and needing repair. He asked that Public Works contact the company, which services the portable toilet, in order to have them repair the ruts created by their service truck. Lastly, he said he was pleased with the progress the Village is taking to acquire the water and sewer system from Illinois American Water Company.

Old Business: None at this time.

Adjournment:

No further business was to be heard so, President Hastings requested support of a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:28 pm. Motion made by Trustee Gnech, Seconded by Trustee Morrison. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED - MEETING ADJOURNED.

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Mikki Burke

VILLAGE CLERK