VBM-2008-0416

MINUTES

FOR THE REGULAR VILLAGE BOARD MEETING

OF THE PRESIDENT AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE VILLAGE OF ORLAND HILLS, ILLINOIS

FOR APRIL 16, 2008

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

Administrator/Acting Clerk Daly called the roll with the following results. Present: President Kyle R. Hastings, Trustees: Diggs, Gnech, Hanley, Million, Morrison and O’Neill, Administrator Daly, Attorney Sterk, Recreation Director Bilina, Public Works Director Worley, Assistant Public Works Director O’Hern, Deputy Chief Blaha and Treasurer Roti. Absent: Clerk Burke, Building Commissioner Ennesser, Chief Scully, Transportation Director Coleman 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 # 2008-1016, National Peace Officer Memorial Day.

Clerk’s Report: Administrator/Acting Clerk Daly

Administrator/Acting Clerk Daly 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 April 2, 2008, as presented. 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/Acting Clerk Daly requested support of a motion to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing of the Village President and the Board of Trustees for April 9, 2008, as presented. 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/Acting Clerk Daly announced that the Vehicle Sticker Design Contest concluded and presentations will be made on May 7, 2008 at the Board Meeting. On behalf of Clerk Burke, he then thanked all children who participated.

Administrator’s Report: Administrator Daly

Administrator Daly requested support of a motion to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Waste Management, Inc. of Alsip, Illinois for Refuse and Recycling Services, as submitted in their proposal option # 4, and the Village's issued Request For Proposal, covering services from May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2013. Motion made by Trustee O'Neill, 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 Joshua J. Patton of Orland Park as a Part-Time Community Service Officer at the starting rate of pay of $8.25 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 Gnech, seconded by Trustee O'Neill. 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 Richard A. Miller of Mokena as a Part-Time Police Officer 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 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 Michael E. Ethington of Orland Hills as a Part-Time Mechanic at the starting rate of pay of $15.00 per hour, upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing, background investigation and certification of position prerequisites. 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.

Attorney’s Report: Attorney Sterk

No report at this time.

***COMMITTEE REPORTS***

Finance Report: Trustee O'Neill

Trustee O'Neill moved, seconded by Trustee Hanley to approve Warrant # 07-08-50; being all regular bill payments for this period, which report is titled as “Miscellaneous Accounts Payable” and which report is dated April 16, 2008, in the amount of $88,616.05. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee O'Neill moved seconded by Trustee Hanley to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Met-Life for Dental Plan coverage effective May 1, 2008. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Developmental, Planning & Zoning: Trustee Gnech

No report at this time.

Police & Fire: Trustee Hanley

Trustee Hanley moved, seconded by Trustee Morrison to approve and authorize the execution of Agreement #2008-1021, providing for an intergovernmental cooperative agreement with numerous communities for an Illinois / Indiana Task Force. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee Hanley asked Deputy Chief Blaha to comment on the traffic study being conducted on Haven Avenue between 159th Street and Meadowview Drive. Deputy Chief Blaha stated that the study was in process and should be completed within a week or so. He also commented that recommendations for additional traffic control signs would probably be in order.

Public Works: Trustee Hanley

No report at this time.

Youth, Education and Recreation: Trustee Morrison

Trustee Morrison moved seconded by Trustee O'Neill to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Ridge Fence Supply of Chicago Ridge for the removal and installation of dugout fencing on Fields #1 & 2 in the amount of $3,250.00, as discussed in Committee Meeting and as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee O'Neill to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Sammson Concrete, Inc. of Frankfort for the installation of dugout slabs on Fields #1 & 2 in the amount of $4,446.00, as discussed in Committee Meeting and as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee O'Neill to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Ridge Fence Supply of Chicago Ridge for the supply, installation and removal of Enduro Portable Fencing on Fields #1, 2, 5, 6 & 7 in the amount of $17,200.00, as discussed in Committee Meeting and as presented. Ayes: Trustees: Million, Morrison, O’Neill, Diggs, Gnech and Hanley. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION CARRIED.

Trustee Morrison moved, seconded by Trustee O'Neill to approve and authorize the execution of documents with Tomark Sports of Corona, California for the supply and installation of bleachers on Fields #1 in the amount of $11,202.00, as discussed in Committee Meeting and as presented. 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:

Ms. Amber Van Pelt of Orland Hills commented on the problems with traffic problems on Haven Avenue near 161st Place. She and a few of her neighbors asked for some relief in that area. Mayor Hastings commented that the traffic study is in process and that it will soon be completed so that this issue might be addressed.

Mr. Jim Arvia of Orland Hills commented about the conditions of the remaining Christian Hills Church property and that it will need to be cleaned up. Mayor Hastings asked the Administrator to contact the church regarding maintenance issues on the south end of their property. Mr. Arvia also asked if sidewalk repairs are being planned for this year. Mayor Hastings said that the budget will be considered on April 30th and we will know how much will be available at that time.

Mr. Ed Smith of Orland Hills commented that the Village is in good shape, overall, and he thanked the Mayor for his leadership.

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 8:34 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