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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-01-27 Agendat•, REGULAR MEETING NOTICE /AGENDA TO BE HELD AT THE RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER SCANLON CONFERENCE ROOM January 27, 2014 6:00 pm (The hour between 6.'00 and 7: 00 pm is set aside for Executive Session per I -5 -7A of the Village of Morton Grove Municipal Code. If the Agenda does not include an Executive Session, the meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.) 1. Call to Order 2 3 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9 10. Pledge of Allegiance Executive Session (if requested) Reconvene Meeting Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes _. Special Deports Public Hearings Special Meeting of January 14, 2014 Regular Meeting of January 14, 2014 Residents' Comments (agenda items only) Richard T. Flickinger Municipal Center 6101 Caputina Avenue m Morton Grove, Illinois 60053 -2985 Tel: (847) 965 -4100 Fax: (847) 965 -4162 11. President's Report- Administration, Northwest Municipal Conference, Council ofMayors, Strategic Plan, Comprehensive Plan a. Resolution 14 -04 (Introduced January 27, 2014) Authorizing the Execution of a Retailer Agreement between the Village and Dan Shomon, Inc. b. Commission/Board /Committee appointments /reappointments are requested as follows: Finance Advisory Commission Michael Isaac C. Mayoral Update /Review 12. Clerk's Report - Community Relations Commission 13. Staff Reports a. Village Administrator 1) Miscellaneous Reports and Updates b. Corporation Counsel 14. Reports by Trustees a. Trustee Grear -Fire Department, Emergency Management Agency, RED Center, Fire and Police Commission, Police Department, Police Facility Committee, Chamber of Commerce (Trustee Witko) b. Trustee Marcus - Advisory Commission on Aging, Family and Senior Services Department, Finance Advisory Commission, Condominium Association (Trustee Toth) C. Trustee Pietron - Appearance Commission, Building Department, IT Communications, Community and Economic Development Department, Economic Development Commission (Trustee Thill) d. Trustee Thill - Public Works Department, Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County, Traffic Safety Commission, Waukegan Road TIF, LehighlFerris TIF, Dempster Street Corridor Plan (Trustee Pietron) e. Trustee Toth - Finance Department, Capital Projects, Environmental Health, Natural Resource Commission (Trustee Marcus) f. 'Trustee Witko - Legal, Plan Commission/7oning Board of Appeals, NIPSTA, Strategic Plan Committee (Trustee Great) 15. Other Business 16. Presentation of Warrants: $974,279.73 17. Residents' Comments 18. Executive Session — Personnel Matters, Labor Negotiations, Pending Litigation, and Real Estate 19. Adjournment -To ensure full accessibility and equal participation far^ all interested citizens, individuals with disabilities who plan to attend and who require certain acconnnodations in order to observe and/or participate in this meeting or who have questions regarding the accessibility of these facilities, are requested to contact Susan or Marlene (8471470 -5220) promptly to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations, MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 13, 2013, SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER 6101 CAPULINA AVENUE MORTON GROVE, ILLINOIS 60053 Pursuant to proper notice in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, the special meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Mayor Daniel P. DiMaria who led the assemblage in the pledge of allegiance. Clerk Ed Ramos called the roll. In attendance were: Elected Officials: Mayor Daniel P. DiMaria, Trustees Bill Grear, Sheldon Marcus.. John Pietron, John Thill, Maria Toth, Janine Witico, and Cleric Ed Ramos Absent: None Village Staff: Village Administrator Ryan J. Horne, Corporation Counsel Teresa Hoffinan Liston, and Community and Economic Development Director Nancy Radzevich AIso Present: None Mayor DiMaria stated the topics of the meeting were to discuss pending litigation, personnel matters, labor negotiations, and real estate. These topics are appropriate for Executive Session. Trustee Marcus moved to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss pending litigation, personnel matters, labor negotiations, and real estate. The motion was seconded by Trustee Pietron and approved unanimously pursuant to a roll call vote at 6:01 pm. At 6:45 pm, Trustee Toth made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session. The motion was seconded by Trustee Witko and unanimously approved pursuant to a voice vote. Trustee Toth then moved to adjourn the Special Meeting. The motion was seconded by Trustee Whko and approved unanimously pursuant to a voice vot at 6:46 pm. r _— - - -- - - - -- -- ------------._- -_ -- Minutes by: Ed Ramos, Village Clerk Richard T. Flickinger Municipal Center 6101 Capulina Avenue • Morton Grove, Illinois 60053 -2985 TeI: (847) 965 -4100 Fax: (847) 965 -4162 CALL TO ORDER & Village President Dan DiMaria called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., welcomed all II. those in attendance this evening, and led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Village Clerk Ed Ramos called the roll. Present were: Trustees Bill Grear, Shel Marcus, John Pietron, John Thill, Maria Toth and Janine Wtko, IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Regarding the Minutes of the December 9, 2013 Regular Board Meeting, Trustee Toth moved, seconded by Trustee Grear, to accept the Minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously via voice vote. V. SPECIAL REPORTS 1. Swearing -In Ceremony for New Police Officers a. Mike Simkins, Chairman of the Fire & Police Commission, explained that the Morton Grove Police Department is somewhat in transition, because of several senior members retiring. But, he said, there are great new candidates coming through the system so there should be no worries. Chairman Simkins introduced and performed the swearing -in ceremony for two new police officers, accompanied by Chief Mark Erickson, Trustee liaison Bill Grear, and Mayor DiMaria. Chairman Simkins provided some background on each new officer. b. First, Officer Thomas Barkei, accompanied this evening by his parents. Officer Barkei began his employment with the Village on January 2, 2014 and started his training at the Suburban Law Enforcement Academy on January 6. He was born and raised in Aurora and attended Iowa Wesleyan College, where he received a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. Officer Barkei is single and enjoys playing sports and "hanging out" with friends and family. His mom pinned on his badge as the officials and the assemblage congratulated him. c. Next, Chairman Simkins introduced Officer Jonathan Schmidt, here tonight with his father and his brother. Officer Schmidt also began his employment with Morton Grove on January 2 and his training at the Police Academy on January 6. He was born and raised in Batavia, and graduated from Western Illinois University with a Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement Justice Administration. He minored in Homeland Security. Officer Schmidt is single and enjoys working out and spending time with family and friends. The Board and assemblage congratulated Officer Schmidt as his father pinned on his badge. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS NONE VII. RESIDENTS' COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only) VIII. PRESIDENT'S REPORT a. Mayor DiMaria complimented the Public Works Department, saying that, as residents, we all know what a great job they do, but over the holidays, Channel 2 and Channel 7 heard that Morton Grove had the best snow plowing on the North Shore and came out to see for themselves. Mayor DiMaria thanked Eric Poders, who had been getting the word out to the Chicago media. b. Mayor DiMaria provided some statistics about the holiday snowstorms. The first storm began on December 31 and ended on January 2°tl, accumulating 13.3 inches of snow. The second storm hit on January 4 and lasted through January 6, adding another 11.7 inches of snow, for a total of 25 inches. It was the second snowiest week on record for Morton Grove, the first being January 25– February 1, 1967, when 29.9 inches fell (and Mayor DiMaria was born 40 weeks later!). c. According to Public Works records, during an average winter, the Village sees 12.3 inches of snow by January 6. To date, we've had 34.7 inches of snow. Mayor DiMaria said this is more snow than Bismark, North Dakota (19.9 inches); Minneapolis, Minnesota (17.3 inches) and Green Bay, Wisconsin (27.6 inches). d. The storms have cost the Village nearly $224,000 thus far. The Water Department has dealt with 14 water main breaks since December 31". To put it in perspective, in 2012, there was a total of 70 water main breaks for the year. Last year, there were 130 water main breaks —with 30 of them happening in December alone. e. Mayor DiMaria said that, with all this, many of the Public Works staff has been working non- stop; many didn't even get a Christmas holiday, since there was a water main break on Christmas night. He said that the Village can't thank them enough. f. Trustee Marcus added that he heard Paul Tobin being interviewed on WLS Radio, talking about all the things Public Works does, from the snow plowing to the opening of sewers during rainy season. All in all, Morton Grove was well- represented in the media for all the work that Public Works does. Mayor DiMaria led the assemblage in a round of applause for all of the members of Public Works. IX. CLERK'S REPORT Clerk Ed Ramos reported that a new law went into effect in Illinois on January 1, 2014. The laws says that any U.S. citizen who was born on or before November 4, 1996, can register to vote and will then be eligible to vote in the primary this March and in the November general election. IX. X. Minutes of Januay 13, 2014 6oaM Meetin CLERK'S REPORT (continued) Clerk Ramos said that David Orr's office will send him all the necessary paperwork and he will get the application forms to Niles West, Niles North, Notre Dame, and Loyola, so they can do voter registration during their "Democracy Week ", February 3 through February 7. Clerk Ramos, on behalf of the Fil -Am organization, thanked Mayor DiMaria and Trustee Grear for attending the traditional Simbang Gabi at St. Martha's on December 20`h. He said it was a great example of this administration's outreach to the ethnic community. A. Village Administrator: STAFF REPORTS Village Administrator Ryan Horne also thanked the Public Works Department members, noting that they are all following the example of a fine gentleman in Public Works Director Andy DeMonte. B. Corporation Counsel: Corporation Counsel Liston had no report. XI. A. Trustee Grear: TRUSTEES'REPORTS Trustee Grear congratulated all of the first responders who've had to deal with the snow- storms and the frigid weather. He said he knows what that's like; it truly makes their jobs more difficult. He thanked all Morton Grove's first responders. Trustee Grear made a plea to the residents, saying that when we have snowstorms, we have to help each other, and one way of doing that is for people to move their cars so that Public Works can safely plow. He asked for everyone's cooperation in this endeavor. Winter is not over yet, so the next time it snows, help Public Works by moving your vehicle off the street if at all possible. Trustee Marcus: Trustee Marcus had no formal report. He said he concurred with Trustee Grear's remarks, noting that Mayor DiMaria had to send out a village -wide email asking residents to park on "odd and even" sides of the streets so Public Works could get through. He said that he understood that, sometimes, there's a reason a car can't be moved, but not in all cases. XI. B. Trustee Marcus: (continued) Minutes of January 13, 2014 Board Meetin TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued) 2. Trustee Marcus also asked residents to help out their elderly neighbors by shoveling their walks. He said we should all do the best we can to be considerate neighbors. Trustee Marcus offered his thanks and congratulations to the Public Works personnel, and wished everyone a Happy New Year. C. Trustee Pietron: Trustee Pietron had no formal report, but said he agreed with everyone Trustees Grear and Marcus had said. Trustee Pietron said "hat's off to all three departments (Public Works, Police Department, and Fire Department). D. Trustee Thill: Trustee Thill presented Ordinance 13 -26, An Ordinance Concerning the Addition of the Edens Expressway (FAI -94) West Frontage Road to the Municipal Street System at a Future Date. This is the second reading of this Ordinance. Trustee Thill moved to adopt Ordinance 13 -26, seconded by Trustee Toth. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear ayre Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye Trustee Thill next presented Ordinance 13 -27, An Ordinance Concerning the Addition of the Edens Expressway (FAI -94) East Frontage Road to the Municipal Street System at a Future Date. This is the second reading of this Ordinance. Trustee Thill moved, seconded by Trustee Toth, to adopt Ordinance 13 -27. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aavee Tr. Marcus acre Tr. Pietron avee Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye 3. Trustee Thill presented Resolution 14 -01, Authorizing Increased Funding For the Residential Interest -Free Loan Program For the Installation of Overhead Sewers or Flood Control Devices. a. He explained that this Resolution will approve increased funding (from $50,000 to $100,000) for the Village's no- interest loan /cost - sharing program, which provides financial assistance to XI. IM Minutes of January 13, 2014 BoaN Meetin `: TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued) Trustee Thill: (continued) homeowners with the installation of approved flood control devices in order to eliminate sanitary sewer back -ups in their homes, which can occur during heavy rain events and /or sewer blockages. Trustee Thill moved to approve Resolution 14 -01, seconded by Trustee Pietron. b. Trustee Grear clarified that residents need to have gotten three written estimates for the work (by a licensed contractor authorized to work in Morton Grove). They don't have to take the lowest bid, however. The Village will loan the homeowner 50% of the lowest estimate, up to $5,000 per project. He noted that this information will be posted on the Village's website. Trustee Grear emphasized that this is an interest -free loan, and is not dependent on a meeting specific income requirements. He said this is a great program, and urged residents who need flood control devices to come forward and take advantage of it. Mayor DiMaria called for the vote on Resolution 14 -01. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko acre 4. Trustee Thill then presented Resolution 14 -02, Authorization to Place a Moratorium on the Construction of New Alleyways Throughout the Village. He explained that this would be an 18 -month moratorium to maintain unimproved alleyways as pervious areas throughout the Village. This is because pervious areas are essential in any flood control or reduction programs. A moratorium will allow the Village to investigate the feasibility of using unimproved easements for storm water storage, which could amount to small detention basis. This resolution will allow for the construction of unimproved rights -of ways which could be developed as impervious areas, as long as the Village Administrator, Public Works Director, and Economic Development Director agree that such improvement would be crucial and necessary for economic development and is in the Village's best interests. Trustee Thill moved, seconded by Trustee Toth, to approve Resolution 14 -02. Trustee Pietron asked if staff could clarify the "unimproved easements for storm water stor- age" and "allow for construction of unimproved rights -of- ways." c. Village Administrator Horne said basically this is allowing a certain amount of time for staff to investigate Village rights -of -way. This could be behind residential homes (i.e., some have unimproved alleyways, but if a homeowner adds a garage, the homeowner then might petition the Village to have the alley paved for better access to the garage —this is the type of thing the moratorium would cover). The Village is looking at ways of mitigating flooding. This could be a future requirement that any future improvements to a residence would need to include pervious pavement. Or the Village could use its rights -of -ways to construct some type of small catch basin or bio- Swale. Minutes of January 13, 2014 Board MmUng' 11 1 M D. Trustee Thill: (continued) TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued) d. Mr. Horne added that, if there's a critical business need, especially in commercial areas, during the moratorium, the Village can approve the request, especially to repair existing concrete alleyways. There are sections of town where alleys are improved to a point, other alleys that are completely unimproved. The Public Works Director may say, for purposes of snow plowing, that the entire alley should be paved. e. Trustee Marcus said he was glad it was an 18 -month moratorium as that should provide sufficient time to investigate this matter. But he wondered if this would come before the Board again in 18 months or if the moratorium would automatically be lifted in 18 months. f. Corporation Counsel Liston said the moratorium would expire after 18 months, but prior to its expiration, she anticipated that the Public Works Director or Village Administrator would come before the Board for a recommendation regarding this matter going forward. g. Mr. Horne asked Public Works Director Andy DeMonte to outline what the next steps would be, if this resolution is passed tonight. h. Mr. DeMonte said the Village would likely contract with a consulting firm, especially regarding the areas in town that are prone to storm water flooding (i.e., the areas of Foster Avenue, Palma Lane, Sayre Avenue). He noted that there's a big expanse of unimproved alleyways behind the Popeye's Chicken on Golf Road. That should be investigated to see if it could be used to mitigate some of the street flooding that occurs in that area; to see if it could possibly be used for detention purposes In general, the Village would like to look at the whole community to see what can be done to mitigate flooding. Mayor DiMaria called for the vote on Resolution 14 -02. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus ave Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill awe Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko acre 5. Trustee Thill then presented Resolution 14 -03, Authorization to Execute Task Order No. 10 With Ciorba Group, Inc. For Design Services for a Simpson Street Water Main Replacement and Pavement Reconstruction. He explained that new retail development planned at the northwest corner of Golf Road and Waukegan Road will require reliable water service and at least one new water service connection. The nearest existing water main is located under Simpson Street and has re- quired 15 water main repairs over the past 12 years. Staff considers this to be evidence of a failing water main, and is concerned that adding a new connection could further reduce the reliability of this water main. The Public Works Department considers it practical to replace the water main before adding a new service connection. This resolution authorizes engineer- ing analysis and design services for the replacement of the water main under Simpson Street. Trustee Thill moved to approve Resolution 14-03, seconded by Trustee Toth. XI. 7 Minutes ofFJanualy 13, 2014 Boo Meetln "gl TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued) Trustee Thill: (continued) Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye Trustee Thill joined his colleagues in their compliments to Public Works Director DeMonte and the personnel of the Public Works Department. E. Trustee Toth: Trustee Toth had no report. F. Trustee Witko: MI. Trustee Witko presented Ordinance 13 -28, Amending the Village of Morton Grove Unified Development Code, Sections 12-4 -3 to Allow Office – Business Contractor, Professional and Public and Medical and Dental Offices /Clinics Uses on the Second Floor or Above, Only in the C/R Commercial /Residential Zoning District. This is the second reading of this Ordinance. Trustee Witko explained such uses legally in existence (on the first floor) prior to the adoption of this Ordinance shall continue to be considered permitted uses within the C/R zoning district. This text amendment to the Unified Development Code is proposed in order to promote the Village's overall goal of creating a dynamic, more pedestrian- oriented "downtown" commercial area within the C/R district. Trustee Witko moved, seconded by Trustee Thill, to adopt Ordinance 13 -28. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Witko reported that she had gone on a snowplow "ride- along ". She said she found the experience both somewhat terrifying and very satisfying, and encouraged motorists, for their own safety, to not drive in front of the snowplows — they're enormous, and it's just not safe to try it. She thanked the Fire Department, Police Department, and Public Works for making the Village safe while the residents are safe and warm at home. XII. OTHER BUSINESS (continued) 2. Mayor DiMaria noted that the District 219 Education Foundation would be sponsoring a "Pizza Wars" fundraiser at Niles West on Thursday, January 16, 2014 from 6pm to 8pm. The District 219 Foundation pays for books and lunches for school children who otherwise could not afford these things. He encouraged everyone to attend and support this worthwhile cause. X111. WARRANTS 1. Trustee Toth presented two Warrant lists this evening. The first was the Warrants for December 23, 2013, in the amount of $864,519.93. She moved to approve these Warrants, seconded by Trustee Thill. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye 2 Next, Trustee Toth presented the Warrants for January 13, 2014, in the amount of $348,196.48. XIV. Xv. She moved to approve these Warrants, seconded by Trustee Witko. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye Trustee Thill commented that this evening's Warrant list is one of the lowest he's seen in the seven years he's served the Village, adding that he wished they could all be this low! RESIDENTS' COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT /EXECUTIVE SESSION Trustee Toth moved to adjourn to the meeting, seconded by Trustee Thill. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays. Tr. Grear aye Tr. Marcus aye Tr. Pietron aye Tr. Thill aye Tr. Toth aye Tr. Witko aye The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m. 9 PASSED this 27th day of January, 2014. Trustee Grear Trustee Marcus Trustee Pietron Trustee Thill Trustee Toth Trustee Witko APPROVED by me this 27th day of January, 2014. i Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President Board of Trustees, Morton Grove, Illinois APPROVE -ark ICED in my office this 28th day of January, 2014. C'1 �(yvi Edilberto Ramos, Village Clerk Village of Morton Grove, Cook County, Illinois Minutes of January 13, 2014 Board Meetin Mlectes by Torosa Gcusar Resolution I4 -04 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A RETAINER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE AND DAN SHOMON, INC. Introduced: January 27, 2014 Objective: To authorize legislative lobbyists to promote the Village's legislative needs and agenda within the State of Illinois. Purpose: The purpose is to provide legislative and lobbying services to help the Village with capital funding requests, IDOT and Illinois EPA grants, and any issues impacting the Village. I Background: This resolution will approve a contract with Dan Shomon, Inc. for lobbying services for 2014. The Village will benefit from having dedicated advocacy for available grants and other funding sources, and to have continued contact with state legislators on issues of concern to the Village and our residents. Mr. Shomon has a long track record of success in bringing municipalities needed fends and promoting legislation which protects Village residents. The contract with Dan Shomon, Inc. will give the Village a presence in Springfield to identify grants for improving the Village's infrastructure, addressing storm water issues, and to identify available grants for improving or rebuilding obsolete public facilities. Programs, Departments Administrative and Legal Departments or Groups Affected Fiscal Impact: $4,000 per month for Calendar Year 2014 Source of Funds: General Fund Workload Impact: Negligible Administrator Approval as presented. Recommendation: First Reading: Not required. Special Considerations None or Requirements: Respectfully submitted: Ryan J. Prepared by: Administrator Teresa Hoffinan Liston,, Corporation Counsel AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A RETAINER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE AND DAN SHOMON, INC. WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove (Village), located in Cook County, Illinois, is a home rule unit of government under the provisions of Article 7 of the 1970 Constitution of the State of Illinois, can exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government affairs, including but not limited to the power to tax and incur debt; and WHEREAS, the Village will benefit from the service of legislative lobbyists to promote the Village's legislative needs and agenda within the State of Illinois. WHEREAS, the Village has received a proposal from Dan Shomon, Inc. consulting group for legislative services for one year commencing January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014, is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and WHEREAS, IGCG, pursuant to its proposal will provide legislative and lobbying services for the Village at a rate of four thousand dollars ($4,000) per month for Calendar Ycar 2014; and WHEREAS, Dan Shomon, Inc. has worked with the Village for the past several months and has knowledge of various key state government issues impacting the Village, such as a capital funding request, IDOL and Illinois EPA grants; and WHEREAS, Dan Shomon, Inc. has already made progress in advocating Morton Grove's interest to key state officials. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: The Corporate Authorities do hereby incorporate the foregoing WHEREAS clauses into this Resolution as though fully set forth therein thereby making the findings as hereinabove set forth. SECTION 2: The Village Administrator of the Village of Morton Grove is hereby authorized to execute the proposal for retention of legislative lobbyist services with Dan Shomon, Inc. attached hereto as Exhibit "A ". SECTION 3: This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and approval. PASSED this 27`f' day of January 2014. Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Grear Marcus Pietron Thill Toth Witko APPROVED by me this 27`x' day of January 2014. a � Daniel P. DiMaria, illage President Village of Morton Grove Cook County, Illinois APPROVED and FILED in my office This 28`1' day of January 2014. Ed Ramos, Village Clerk Village of Morton Grove Cook County, Illinois t A s i /: VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS CONTRACT EXTENSION PROPOSAL December 27, 2013 Background: Dan Shomon Inc. (DSI), a full- service lobbying and government relations firm, has been working with the Village of Morton Grove for the past several months on various key state government issues, such as a capital funding request, IDGT and Illinois EPA grants. DSI has already made progress in connecting Morton Grove to key state officials,,. The Village of Morton Grove and Dan Shomon Inc. would like to continue this relationship. Action Plan: Dan Shomon Inc. would devise and implement a strategy and action plan to help the Village of Morton Grove in the following areas: • Advocate for millions of dollars in funding for a new municipal center in the proposed 2014 capital bill - work with local legislators and state officials • Work with the village administrators and the village grant writer to identify grant opportunities in other state agencies including IDGT • Continue to work with the village and the IEPA on storm water issues • Identify opportunities for more state government resources for the city • Advise and strategize with the village for the 2014 General Assembly session • Increase Morton Grove's presence in Springfield • Monitor state legislation that could affect the village • Work with the Illinois Municipal League (IML) and local councils of government to coordinate efforts to defeat legislation that would hurt Morton Grove Budget: Dan Shomon Inc. would charge the Village of Morton Grove a consulting fee of $4,000 per month for a one year contract running from January 1, 2014 until December 31, 2014. No expenses would be charged except for travel to meetings specifically by the Village of Morton Grove. Any expense over $200 will not be charged to the Village of Morton Grove unless it is approved in advance. No expenses will be charged to Morton Grove for transportation to and from Springfield on regularly scheduled session days The contract could be canceled at any time with 30 days notice and would be pro - rated.