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Bill Johnson, 914 S. Lombard, was there to address the Board regarding his petition for

a variance to the required side yard setback. He said that he believes a precedent had

been set at the addresses of 919 and 913 S. Lombard. He expressed his desire to save

his green space and keep it open. He also pointed out that he could put a big garage in

the middle of the property, and it would conform to code.

Kathy McCabe, 20 E. Ash, spoke of her concerns regarding the proposed zoning

changes, and especially how it may impact the Blake/Lamb property. She told the Board

of a letter from a developer that had been received by a resident, which stated that a

four story condominium development is going to be built at that site.

Director of Community Development, David Hulseberg, replied that any proposal would

require a public hearing to request a conditional use for a three or four story building.

President Mueller asked Mr. Hulseberg if there have been any such submissions.

Mr. Hulseberg answered that there were none.

President Muller stated that such a request would have to be brought before the Plan

Commission and then before the Village Board.

Trustee Koenig reported that the Committee met on March 16, 2002 and at that time

reviewed the five year financial forecast of the 2003 budget. She said that the

Committee recommended approval of the budget, absent of a recommendation with

respect to water rates due to pending information. This would be coming before the

Board for first reading on April 4, 2002. She said the Committee had received and

reviewed the sales tax information. She also spoke of the staff report given on the

Village's credit rating of AA, which she said expresses strong fiscal management.

Trustee Koenig said the Committee will meet with The DuPage Theater Ad Hoc

Committee and Community Development on April 3, 2002. She also pointed out that the

next regular meeting of the Committee will take place on April 18, 2002 at 5:00 p.m.,

which is a change from the calendar date of April 19, 2002.

Clerk Kramer reported that the Board of Local Improvements met on March 14, 2002, at

which time BOLI approved the following payouts:

1. SA 214 A&B, Harrison/Pleasant, totalling $14,487.11

2. SA 216, Ahrens, Highridge, Norton, School & Wilson, payouts totalling $650.00

3. SA 217 payouts and invoices totalling $19,771.63

She stated that the new business that was discussed included a presentation and

discussion of the proposed detention options for SA 217, at the former Veteran's Hall

Site.

She said that they also welcomed a new BOLI member, Mike Lamplot.

The next meeting will take place on April 12, 2002, at 1:00 p.m.

Village Manager, William T. Lichter had no comments.

Trustee Destephano commented that at the last Board meeting, it was suggested that

staff be called if the Trustees have any questions. She stated that she does call staff for

information and will continue to do so, but she will also ask questions at the Board

meetings if she feels it necessary. She also commented that she would like bids

discussed in order to keep the public informed and she feels the Village does not go out

to bid as much as is needed.

President Mueller asked Village Attorney, Tom Bayer to explain Executive Session

protocol.

Mr. Bayer explained that all meetings must be open to the public, according to state

statute, except in major subjects such as pending and/or probable litigation and the

acquisition of real property. He also commented that this business may be discussed,

but no final action taken.

President Mueller mentioned Trustee Florey's birthday that was on the following day.

President Mueller reported on the Nominating Committee of the DuPage Mayors and

Managers Conference which presented the 2002-2003 Slate of Candidates for the

offices of President, Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer at their monthly meeting,

March 20, 2002. He stated that Village Manager, William T. Lichter was nominated for

Secretary/Treasurer, Claudia "Gigi" Gruber, President of the Village of Itasca was

nominated for Vice President, and himself, William J. Mueller, President of the Village of

Lombard, for President. He commented that elections would be held at the Conference's

Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at the Hall of Flags in the Howlett

building in Springfield.

He said that installation will take place on May 3, 2002, at the Conference Annual

Dinner, which will be held at the Carlisle Restaurant in Lombard. He personally invited

the Board and members of staff to attend the Annual Dinner and 40th Anniversary

Celebration of the Conference, and asked that those interested in attending, speak to

Carol Bauer, so she could make the necessary reservations.

President Mueller also stated that the committee established by the charter members of

the DuPage Water Commission of which he is a member, met and established the

guidelines to proceed with in order to work with the County over the issue of providing

water to the unincorporated areas. A fund has been established of $60,000.00 to cover

the cost of any legal fees, the retainer for a lobbyist and other costs in protecting our

rights as communities and charter members of the Commission.

President Mueller went on to say that the committee met with the DuPage County Board

Chairman, Robert Schillerstrom, to discuss the issues with the Water Commission. Mr.

Schillerstrom's direction, stated President Mueller, is for a change in the method of

operation of the Commission. The ideas that were presented were for municipalities to

provide water to the unincorporated areas with no annexation agreements; a change in

the formula for refunds to municipalities; a percentage of sales tax to be put into a fund

to be controlled by the County for future water service to the unincorporated areas; and

to conduct a financial analysis on how the commission is operated. Mr. Schillerstrom

also said that although the shell bill has no wording, he is prepared to present legislation

which will put new obligation on the municipalities, but will not take any of their current

right of way under the law. President Mueller stated that the Committee will meet again

April 1, 2002 and the Mayors of all Charter Members will meet April 3, 2002.

President Mueller continued on to say that the Mayors recently met to receive a report

from our representative on the DuPage County Emergency Preparedness Committee.

He stated that this information was being given at this time to make residents aware that

the Committee is meeting to discuss and prepare for any emergency which could take

place in the Chicagoland area.

He then stated that the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Clean Air Counts Communities

Campaign presented their program at the last meeting of the DuPage Mayors and

Managers Conference. The Communities Campaign is seeking voluntary local

government involvement in reducing ozone-causing emissions in the metro region. He

has asked Mr. Lichter to review the material that was received and refer it to the

Environmental Concerns Committee for review and recommendations to the Board.

Trustee Tross had questions about the Water Commission and commented that

DuPage County is not a charter community of the Commission. He stated that this will

jeopardize water rates, and questioned how this proposal could be put under DuPage

County's authority.

President Mueller said that is why the this matter is being worked on.

Trustee Tross commented that the residents and constituents should be informed and

they may be able to get results. He also mentioned the Tree Towns program of twenty

years ago that involved Lombard, Villa Park and Elmhurst.

President Mueller stated that this is a way to pass a tax on to our residents at our

expense and the County to take the credit. He said that Bob Palmer, who was involved

in starting the Water Commission, would be appalled. He commented that the Water

Commission serves everyone except 100,000 people, as 40,000 to 50,000 people are

served by Cook County, and another 40,000 to 50,000 people who have chosen not to

come on board, that leaves 20,000-30,000 people that are not being served.

Trustee Soderstrom reported that the Johnsons, petitioners for ZBA 02-01, had

contacted him in regard to their petition, and that Trustee Soderstrom wished to table

the item to the meeting of April 4, 2002 in order to fully scrutinize the request.

It was moved by Trustee Florey, seconded by Trustee Koenig, to pass on first

reading, approval of a recommendation from the plan commission requesting text

amendments to the following sections of the Lombard Municipal Code:

Sec. 155.401 DISTRICTS

Adding B5A to the list of Office and Business Districts.

Sec. 155.417 B5A DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS

Adding a new section to create a B5A zoning district along with development

regulations for that district.

Sec. 153.508 B5A DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS

Adding a new section to create sign regulations for the B5A zoning district.

(DISTRICTS #1 and #4). The motion carried by the following vote:

It was moved by Trustee Sebby, seconded by Trustee Florey, to approve on first

reading, a rezoning of the following properties:

From the B1 District to the B5A District

10 W. Ash

230 S. Main

From the B2 District to the B5A District

205 S. Main

209 S. Main

211 S. Main

217-219 S. Main

220 S. Main

225-229 S. Main

230 S. Main

300 S. Main

301-309 S. Main

310-312 S. Main

311-313 S. Main

315 S. Main

324 S. Main

325 S. Main

330 S. Main

333 S. Main

337 S. Main

345 S. Main

12-16 W. Willow

12 E. Willow

17 E. Willow

24 E. Willow

25 E. Willow

From the R2 District to the B5A District

155 S. Main

220 S. Main

(DISTRICTS #1 and #4). The motion carried by the following vote:

The Lilac Parade Committee was at Village Hall, in the Library for a meeting. The

members of the Committee came into the Board meeting and stated that a decision had

been made on the Grand Marshall of the 2002 Lilac Parade would be.

Chairman Matthews of the Lilac Parade Committee, came to the podium and announced

that Dr. Ray Jurgensen had been chosen as the Grand Marshall of the 2002 Lilac

Parade.

Dr. Jurgensen stated that he was short on words, but appreciated the award this

evening and appreciates the Committee's confidence in him.

Trustee Tross mentioned that the Lilac Parade would take place on Sunday, May 19,

2002 at 1:30 and the theme of the parade is Fads of the Twentieth Century.