HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-14-2021 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT
AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
JUNE 14, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
Village President Dan DiMaria convened the Regular Meeting of the Village Board at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of Village Hall and led the Board and assemblage in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
II. Village Clerk Eileen Harford called the roll. Present were Trustees Bill Grear, Saba Khan, Rita Minx,
John Thill, Connie Travis, and Janine Witko.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor DiMaria asked for an approval of the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of May 10,
2021.Trustee Minx moved to accept the Minutes as presented, seconded by Trustee Witko.
Motion passed unanimously via voice vote.
IV. SPECIAL REPORTS
1. Swearing In of Firefighter Joe Ferrici
a. Fire and Police Commission Chairman Mike Simkins introduced Joe Ferrici and invited Joe, his
family, Mayor DiMaria, and Trustee liaison Travis to the podium for the swearing in ceremony.
Joe was accompanied by his parents, brother, and girlfriend.
b. Mr.Simkins provided some background on the Village's new firefighter.Joe began his employment
as a Firefighter/Paramedic with Morton Grove on May 3. He previously served for one year at the
Matteson Fire Department in south suburban Chicago.
c. Joe grew up on the northwest side of Chicago and now lives there with his girlfriend. He graduated
from Notre Dame College prep in Niles in 2012 and attended Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI,
where he received a scholarship to play basketball.There, he earned two bachelor's degrees in
Business Administration and Exercise Science. In 2020,Joe went through the Lutheran General
paramedic program and NIPSTA fire academy, where he became a certified firefighter/paramedic.
He continued his education and also became certified as a Fire Apparatus Engineer and in Vehicle
Machinery Operations.
d. Mr.Simkins swore in Joe Ferrici.The Board and assemblage congratulated Joe as his girlfriend
pinned on his badge.
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IV. SPECIAL REPORTS (continued)
2. Outstanding Neighbor Recognition to Joan Gerage
a. Community Relations Commission (CRC) Chairman Arcelia Pimentel explained the purpose of the —
Commission and asked Mayor DiMaria and Trustee liaison Travis to join her at the podium as she
bestowed the second "Outstanding Neighbor"award.
b. Ms. Pimentel explained that the CRC's Outstanding Neighbor Recognition Program gives residents
the opportunity to acknowledge one of their neighbors who has made a positive difference in their
neighborhood. Nominees can be any age or background, a longtime resident or someone new to
Morton Grove, a local business, someone everyone knows, or an unsung hero.
c. Ms. Pimentel said she was pleased to announce that the second "Outstanding Neighbor" award is
going to Joan Gerage,who was nominated by Christina Schey for her warm, welcoming nature,
her kindness, homemade cookies, and snow shoveling.
d. Ms. Pimentel invited Joan and her son and Christina to the podium for her award. Mayor DiMaria
said the certificate was a token of the Village's appreciation, noting that the Community Relations
Commission does a great job of shedding light on all the good things that happen in the Village. He
said he was proud of the Commission and proud the people like Joan and Christina are residents;
they epitomize what Morton Grove stands for.
e. Ms. Pimentel said, if anyone has a neighbor who goes "above and beyond" that they'd like to
nominate for an Outstanding Neighbor award,the nominating form can be found on the Village's
website.She also noted that, if anyone interested in joining the CRC,the meetings are the —"
second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m., in the conference room on the second floor of
Village Hall. Mayor DiMaria added, "It's a great Commission. If you want to volunteer,that's a
good one to help out on."
3. Presentation by CornEd
a. Edith Ruiz, External Affairs Manager supporting Morton Grove, was present this evening to talk
about ComEd's Energy Efficiency Program for residential customers. She noted that the benefits of
being energy efficient include lower utility bills,energy savings, and environmental benefits.
Components of the residential energy efficiency program include free home energy assessments,
rebates on selected EnergyStar appliances, and instant in-store discounts on EnergyStar light bulbs
and other home products. If you sign up for the home energy assessment,you're eligible to win a
free "smart"thermostat, and it can be installed for no charge.
b. Ms. Ruiz said that ComEd also has energy-saving offers for those on limited budgets, including
energy-saving kits at local community agencies,free light bulbs at participating food pantries,
instant discounts on LEDs and home products at participating retailers, and free home energy
upgrades, including free weatherization improvements and energy-saving products.
c. Ms. Ruiz said ComEd also has energy efficiency programs for businesses. For more information on
either the residential or business program, please call 855-433-2700 or check out the website at
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IV. SPECIAL REPORTS (continued)
ComEd.com/WaysToSave. Public Works Director Joe Dahm noted that Edith is very helpful and
responsive when the Village suffers an outage, especially if it involves the pumping stations. He
"" said she does everything she can to get the Village back up and running.
Mayor DiMaria thanked Edith for her presentation.
4. Passport to a Greener Morton Grove:Announcement of Winners
a. Mayor DiMaria said it was his honor to announce the winners of the Village's Passport to a
Greener Morton Grove Contest. He thanked everyone who participated in this challenge to
conserve energy.The Village received 80 entries and randomly selected five (5) winners:
• First prize: Estefania Sanchez,who wins a $200 Google Smart Home Thermostat donated
by ComEd. Estefania wasn't presented, but Mayor DiMaria said the Village will get her
prize to her.
b. Additionally, Mayor DiMaria had certificates for each of the four residents who had won their
choice of either an Eastern Red Bud tree, a Magnolia Ann tree, a Norway Spruce tree,or a
Colorado Blue Spruce tree.These trees were donated by Nicor and Ranieri's Landscaping
Solutions.
• Mamoona Omer
• Lee A. Bowman
• Danita Cherny
• Janice Goldader (was not present to receive her certificate).
The Board congratulated all the winners.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
NONE
VI. PLAN COMMISSION REPORTS
NONE
VII. RESIDENTS' COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only)
NONE
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VIII. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
1. Mayor DiMaria said that the French Market had opened this past Saturday and was a great
success. It will be open every Saturday from 8:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m.through October 30.The —
French Market takes place at the Morton Grove Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. He invited
everyone to come out and enjoy this community experience.
2. Mayor DiMaria thanked all the residents and businesses who had adopted community planters,
adding that Trustee Travis will have more about this under her report.
3. Mayor DiMaria announce that the grocery store at Sawmill Station will be an Amazon Fresh store.
Work continues on the interior build-out and Amazon has confirmed a late Q3 or early Q4 opening.
A sign permit has been issued and signage is expected to be installed over the summer. Murals
along the west elevation were installed this week.Additionally, within the next 45 days, Sawmill
Station will welcome the opening of Ross. Ross will join the already-open Kohl's, Dollar Store,and
Cooper's Hawk. Mayor DiMaria complimented Village staff, saying that their communication and
flexibility convinced these establishments to stay with Morton Grove. He said the Amazon Fresh
store is a "feather in the cap" of the entire Sawmill project.
Mayor DiMaria provided an update on the COVID Operational Status of the Village's facilities.
He noted that Illinois entered Phase 5 of the Governor's Restore Illinois plan on June 11, and
he congratulated everyone for doing the right thing in order to bring us to Phase 5.The Illinois —
Department of Public Health issued Phase 5 Guidelines For Businesses and Venues,which are
largely unchanged from the "bridge" phase.The most impactful change is the removal of capacity
limits for gatherings. It remains the prerogative of a business or a municipality to determine what
protocols and safety precautions are expected of employees and visitors at the workplace.
The Village will be guided by IRMA, its risk insurance pool, and will continue to require that
unvaccinated employees wear masks and practice social distancing.This requirement also
extends to visitors when the Village cannot confirm their vaccination status. Mayor DiMaria said
the Executive Order signed May 28th extended the disaster proclamation for another 30 days,
through June 28th, allowing Board Meetings to continue to be conducted virtually.The Village
Board and staff will make decisions regarding Village meetings and how they will be conducted
based on the status of the State of Illinois' disaster proclamation.July meetings may need to
conform to non-disaster Open Meetings Act requirements.
IX. CLERK'S REPORT
Clerk Harford had no report this evening.
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X. STAFF REPORTS
A. Village Administrator:
1. Mr. Czerwinski presented for a first reading Ordinance 21-06,Amending Title 4, Chapter 2,
Section 1 Entitled "Definitions"and Title 4, Chapter 6D Entitled "Liquor Control;"Section 8
Entitled "License Classifications and Fees,"Section 13 Entitled "Regulations for Licensees,"
Section 14 Entitled "Regulations for Licensees Operating Video Gaming Terminals on the
Licensed Premise,"and Title 1, Chapter 11, Section 4 Entitled "Fees for Specific Permits,
Licenses, Certificates, and Services."
a. He explained that this Ordinance will update Village Code provisions relation to liquor licenses and
video gaming permits.The Code amendments in this Ordinance are intended to:
• Update the definition of a "licensed premise" to include designated outdoor areas;
• Update the definition for a Class A liquor license to remove the requirement for a
designated bar area;
• Add separate classes of liquor licenses which are permitted to operate video gaming
terminals;
• Add an ancillary license to allow licensees authorized to sell and serve alcoholic liquor for
on-premise consumption to also sell package sale of alcoholic liquor for off-premise con-
sumption;
• Add an ancillary license to allow licensees authorized to sell alcoholic liquor for off-premise
— consumption to permit on-site tastings;
• Add an ancillary license to allow licensees authorized to sell and serve alcoholic liquor for
on-premise consumption to also sell or serve alcoholic liquor in designated outdoor areas;
• Add a new license permitting the sale of alcohol in temporary outdoor markets;
• Add new licenses which permit the complimentary service of alcohol by hotels and certain
retail and service establishments;
• Incorporate new State statute provisions for the delivery of alcoholic liquor;
• Update the Village's Fee Ordinance to establish application and license fees for said new
licenses; and
• Allow additional video gaming permits to be issued to holders of Class E and M licenses
pursuant to an economic development agreement dated after August 1, 2021,so long as
gaming revenue received by the licensee comprises thirty percent(30%) or less of the
establishment's gross revenue.
b. Mr. Czerwinski noted that these Code amendments would take effect immediately after the
approval of the Ordinance,except that licenses issued to current liquor license holders will remain
in place through the end of 2021. Mr. Czerwinski concluded his report stating that the second
reading of this Ordinance will be on June 28.
c. A resident in the audience, Rudy Vilk, interrupted to ask questions or make a statement, but was
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told that this was not the time for Residents Comments.
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X. STAFF REPORTS (continued)
B. Corporation Counsel:
Corporation Counsel Liston had no report this evening.
Xl. TRUSTEES' REPORTS
A. Trustee Grear:
Trustee Grear had no formal report this evening but wanted to extend his compliments to Public
Works employee Mike Gesualdo. He said he had noticed Mike in a couple of instances with road
construction issues, and Mike was always very professional in his approach to the motorists.
B. Trustee Khan:
Trustee Khan had no report this evening.
C. Trustee Minx:
Trustee Minx had no report this evening.
D. Trustee Thill:
Trustee Thill had no report this evening.
E. Trustee Travis:
1. Trustee Travis presented Resolution 21-37,Authorizing the Purchase of a 2021 E-One Cyclone
Pumper E-Max.
a. She explained that this Resolution authorizes the Village Administrator to execute a contract with
E-One Inc.for the purchase of a new 2021 Cyclone Pumper E-Max Fire Engine.This purchase is
necessary to enable the Fire Department to continue to offer high quality and reliable community
fire suppression services.
b. Trustee Travis said the Village is a member of the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC), a
regional council of governments offering purchasing authorities to municipalities nationwide.
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XI. TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
E. Trustee Travis: (continued)
c. HGAC solicited quotes for a Cyclone Pumper E-Max fire engine and awarded a contract to the
lowest qualified bidder, E-One Inc. of Ocala, Florida.Staff from Morton Grove's Fire Department
and Public Works Maintenance Division has recommended the purchase of a 2021 E-One Cyclone
Pumper E-Max pursuant to the HGAC contract, customized with a mid-ship 1500 GPM Darley Pump
and other equipment based on specifications on file at Morton Grove's Fire Station#4.
d. Village staff has negotiated a contract with Fire Service Inc., the authorized dealer for E-One Inc.,
for a Cyclone Pumper E-Max customized to meet the department's specifications.The contract in-
cludes a prepayment discount and a trade-in credit for the MGFD's 1999 Pierce Saber fire engine,
which has been deemed no longer useful or necessary by the Village Administrator and the Finance
Director.Since the entire cost of the apparatus will be paid "up front," the final contract price of
$654,492 also includes the costs for a 3`d party performance bond.
Trustee Travis moved, seconded by Trustee Grear,to approve Resolution 21-37.
Motion passed: 6 ayes,0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr.Witko aye
2. Trustee Travis thanked all the residents and businesses, CRC members, Public Works employees,
and Village staff who participated in this past weekend's Adopt-A-Planter program.This summer,
due to the overwhelming popularity of the program and the beauty it adds to our streetscape, the
CRC was able to bring the total number of planters adopted up to 139. All the planters were
quickly adopted and plant pick-up this past Saturday went smoothly. She noted that the Village will
be watering the planters, but asked that those who adopted a planter to make to give their
plants plenty of tender loving care by weeding and watering them in order to keep the flowers
blooming.She said all the planters look amazing, and the CRC appreciates everyone who
participated to add color and beauty to Dempster Street, Waukegan Road, the train station, and
at the Civic Center.
3. Trustee Travis noted that the CRC has a Summer Photo Contest going on.The theme is "Summer in
Morton Grove." She invited everyone to submit photos highlighting how they enjoy summertime in
the Village. More information is available on the Village's website.
F. Trustee Witko:
1. Trustee Witko presented Resolution 21-33,Authorizing the Execution of a Service Contract
Extension with A Plus Quality Service Inc.for Janitorial Cleaning Services.
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XI. TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
F. Trustee Witko: (continued)
a. Trustee Witko said that Resolution 19-28 was approved in June of 2019 and authorized a contract
with A Plus Quality Service Inc.for janitorial cleaning services for Village facilities including
Public Works,Village Hall, the Police Department, and the Administrative offices at Fire Station 4.
The contract was for a three-year term (one year plus two optional renewal periods) beginning
June 1, 2019.A Plus Quality Inc. has performed the work satisfactorily and has agreed to extend
the existing terms for these services from June 1, 2021 to May 31. 2022.The fiscal impact of this
contract is not to exceed $31,200.
Trustee Witko moved to approve Resolution 21-33, seconded by Trustee Thill.
Motion passed: 6 ayes,0 nays.
Tr.Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr.Witko aye
2. Trustee Witko then presented Resolution 21-34,Authorizing a Contract With Hoerr Construction
Inc.for the 2021 Sewer Lining Program Contract B.
a. She explained that Public Works performs an annual Sewer Lining Program to rehabilitate older
sanitary and combined sewer pipes for improved flow capacity and elimination of groundwater
infiltration and inflow in the Village's sewer infrastructure.
b. On May 3, 2021, Public Works advertised bids for the 2021 Sewer Lining Program Contract B.
Eighteen entities obtained bidding materials,and three bids were received. On May 25,the bids
were publicly opened.Staff verified all qualifications and determined the lowest qualified bidder
meeting all bid requirements was Hoerr Construction Inc. of Goodfield, IL.This contract must
conform to the requirements of the Prevailing Wage Act.The fiscal impact of this contract is
$276,447.40.
Trustee Witko moved, seconded by Trustee Minx,to approve Resolution 21-34.
Motion passed: 6 ayes,0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr.Witko aye
3. Next,Trustee Witko presented Resolution 21-35,Authorizing a Contract With Meade, Inc.for
Repairing Traffic Signal Equipment.
a. She explained that all the traffic signals within the Village's corporate limits include emergency
vehicle pre-emption equipment that gives temporary control of the traffic signal operation to the ._.
Fire Department.The equipment at eight intersections needs to be repaired.
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XI. TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
F. Trustee Witko: (continued)
b. Trustee Witko said the Village owns all the emergency vehicle pre-emption equipment in the
Village, even equipment mounted on state of Illinois traffic signals.Thus, the Village is responsible
for 100%of these maintenance costs.
c. The State of Illinois' traffic signal maintenance contractor, Meade, Inc., submitted a proposal to
repair the equipment for the Village. Hiring Meade, Inc.to make repairs, instead of using the
Village's traffic signal maintenance contractor or other contractor solicited through the public
bidding process, eliminates the need to obtain permits from the Illinois Department of
Transportation and reduces the Village's cost.This contract must conform to the Prevailing Wage
Act, and the fiscal impact of this Resolution is$24,189, which will come from 2021 Motor Fuel Tax
Fund monies.
Trustee Witko moved to approve Resolution 21-35, seconded by Trustee Travis.
d. Trustee Grear asked how often the Village repairs this equipment; he said he couldn't remember
this coming up in the past. Mr. Czerwinski said normally, when an intersection is changed by IDOT,
the County, or the Village,the pre-emption signal equipment is replaced.The equipment at Golf
Road and several other locations is decades old. What happens is the Fire Department reports that
they were unable to control the signals when going through with emergency apparatus at such-
and-such locations. Mr. Czerwinski said the Village has tried to make minor repairs, but most of the
repairs are beyond what we can do.
Mayor DiMaria called for the vote on Resolution 21-35.
Motion passed: 6 ayes,0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr. Witko aye
4. Trustee Witko presented Resolution 21-36,Authorizing a Contract With Path Construction
Company, Inc. For the 2021 Beckwith Bridge Rehabilitation.
a. She explained that a 2019 bridge inspection identified eight maintenance activities which are
crucial to prolonging the life of the Beckwith Road bridge over the North Branch Chicago River.
Resolution 20-07 authorized Ciorba Group, Inc.to complete design and construct engineering for
maintenance improvements.A contract for the maintenance improvements was bid through a
public process in accordance with the Village Code. Sealed bids were received and open, and staff
verified all qualifications to determine that the lowest qualified bidder meeting all bid require-
ments was Path Construction Company, Inc. of Arlington Heights, IL.This contract must conform to
the requirements of the Prevailing Wage Act, and the fiscal impact of this Resolution is$168,185.
Trustee Witko moved to approve Resolution 21-36, seconded by Trustee Minx.
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XI. TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
F. Trustee Witko: (continued)
b. Trustee Thill asked how long ago it had been that the Village had done bridge repairs. —
Joe Dahm responded that, by law,the bridge is inspected every five years, and there's always
something that needs to be repaired.
c. Trustee Thill noted that the Village owns this bridge, and asked if the Village could put a weight lim-
it on it, stating that he's seen heavy trucks going over it. Mr. Czerwinski said he wasn't sure, but
said he and Joe Dahm will find out.
d. Trustee Grear asked when the bridge repair work would be done. Mr. Dahm said it would likely
begin after July 4th
Mayor DiMaria called for the vote on Resolution 21-36.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr. Witko aye
5. Trustee Witko then presented Resolution 21-38,Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement
With Pace, the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transport Authority, For Pulse Dempster
Line Stations. —
a. She explained the Pace had contacted Village staff in 2009 about its development of a bus rapid
transit line to improve transit service and increase ridership on Dempster Street between
Evanston and O'Hare Airport.This line will be called the Pulse Dempster Line and will include
five transit station bus stops within the Village.
b. Trustee Witko said the Appearance Commission issued a certificate for the design of these five
stations.The Village and Pace have requested various accommodations of one another as part of
the design.The intergovernmental agreement authorized by this Resolution is needed to formalize
those accommodations.There is no fiscal impact to the Village.
Trustee Witko moved, seconded by Trustee Travis, to approve Resolution 21-38.
c. Trustee Grear clarified that this is all being done at Pace's cost, so it won't cost the Village any-
thing. Mr. Czerwinski confirmed that is correct.
Mayor DiMaria called for the vote on Resolution 21-38.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr. Witko aye —
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XI. TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
F. Trustee Witko: (continued)
6. Trustee Witko provided an update from the Environment and Natural Resources Commission
(ENRC).
a. She noted that the recent Electronic Recycling and Document Destruction Event, held on May 15th
between 9:00 a.m. and noon at the Public Works building,yielded 13,000 lbs. (6.5 tons) of paper
shredded and 22,531 lbs. (11.25 tons) of electronic waste taken.483 cars went through this event,
which featured a touchless process for the recycling and the shredding.
b. Trustee Witko said the "Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation" contest had concluded.
Morton Grove participated in the population category "5,000 to 29,999" and placed first in the
State of Illinois and seventh nationally in taking the sustainability pledge.She thanked all who had
participated in this challenge and congratulated the Village for being first place in the State.
c. Trustee Witko said the ENRC-sponsored "Kids for a Greener Morton Grove" challenge had ended
on May 28th.This contest, held during the month of May for 1"to 8th graders,tasked the kids to
design reusable bags. A winning design was chosen from three groups: 1"to 3rd grades,4th to 6th
grades,and 7th and 8th grades.The winners were announced at the French Market this past
Saturday:
• Grade 2: Kaylee Chaisuksant from Hynes Elementary School
• Grade 2: Gemma Hoover from Emma Melzer Elementary School
• Grade 4: Zoey Garcia from Thomas Edison Elementary School
d Trustee Witko congratulated the winners.The Village will now produce these bags and sell them at
community events, with the proceeds going to support environmental projects.
XII. OTHER BUSINESS
NONE
XIII. WARRANTS
Trustee Minx presented two Warrant Registers this evening:
1. First,the Warrant Register for May 24, 2021 in the amount of$1,440,542.39.
She moved to approve this Warrant Register as presented, seconded by Trustee Witko.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr.Witko aye
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XIII. WARRANTS (continued)
2. Second,the Warrant Register for June 14, 2021 in the amount of$508,629.69.
Trustee Minx moved to approve the Warrant Register as presented, seconded by Trustee Grear.
Motion passed: 6 ayes,0 nays.
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.ThiII aye Tr.Travis aye Tr.Witko aye
XIV. RESIDENTS' COMMENTS
1. Eric Poders noted he was at the Adjudication Hearing earlier in the month and commended the
Village staff and everyone involved for compromising to successfully resolve a resident's
complaint, noted at a previous Board meeting, about a nuisance animal in their home.
Mr. Poders also commended the police officer who responded last week when Mr. Poders was
rear-ended on his way to a local restaurant.
a. Mr. Poders stated that Rudy Vilk had earlier this evening interrupted the Board Meeting.
Mr. Poders said that he's been analyzing the meetings Mr.Vilk has attended, and in the course of
that,found some documentation regarding an appeal Mr.Vilk filed from an adjudicated matter.
Mr. Poders told Mr.Vilk, "I don't know what your intentions are, but these people are residents,
like you and I, and they spend a lot of time at these meetings; I don't know why you're coming to
these meetings and harassing Village staff and fellow residents." He asked Mr.Vilk to"just stop"
as he is wasting staff time and the Board's time. Mr. Poders said he understands "freedom of
speech" but felt Mr.Vilk should show more respect.
2. Rudy Vilk complained that the Board is not doing a good job and they are unresponsive. He noted
that he sends letters and receives responses that don't adequately address his questions.
3. Mr. Czerwinski noted that he had received electronically a comment from Bill Page,who said that
several sidewalks in his neighborhood (south of Beckwith/Church, north of Dempster, east of
Austin, and west of Lehigh) have five-foot segments filled with black asphalt. It doesn't look good.
He wondered if this was part of a Village program, and if those segments are temporary or
permanent. Mr. Czerwinski responded that the asphalt segments are temporary.They aren't part
of a Village program, rather,they are associated with Nicor's gas line replacement project.
Nicor's contractor will be replacing these temporary segments as part of the project restoration.
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XV. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Board,Trustee Minx moved to adjourn the meeting,
seconded by Trustee Khan.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr.Grear aye Tr. Khan aye Tr. Minx aye
Tr.Thill aye Tr.Travis aye Tr. Witko aye
The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
PASSED this 28th day of June, 2021.
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Trustee Khan ^ •
Trustee Minx v •
Trustee Thill - c
Trustee Travis :•;
Trustee Witko y�,�< t,v
APPROVED by me this 28th day of June, 2021.
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Daniel P. DiMaria,Village President
Board of Trustees, Morton Grove, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office this 29th day of June, 2021.
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Eileen Scanlon Harford,Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove, Cook County, Illinois
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