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Thursday, May 3, 2007

7:30 PM

Village of Lombard

Village Hall

255 East Wilson Ave.

Lombard, IL 60148

villageoflombard.org

Village Hall Board Room

Village Board of Trustees

Village President: William J. Mueller, Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien

District One Trustee Greg Gron, District Two Trustee Richard J. Tross

District Three Trustee Jack O'Brien, District Four Trustee Steven Sebby

District Five Trustee Kenneth Florey, District Six: Trustee Rick Soderstrom

Meeting Minutes

Village Board of Trustees

Meeting Minutes

May 3, 2007

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

The Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees of Thursday, May 3, 2007

was convened by Village President William J. Mueller at 7:31 p.m. The Pledge of

Allegiance was led by Clerk Brigitte O'Brien.

Roll Call

Village President Willliam J. Mueller, Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, Trustee Greg

Gron, Trustee Richard J. Tross, Trustee Jack O'Brien, Trustee Steven Sebby,

Trustee Kenneth M. Florey and Trustee Rick Soderstrom

Present:

Appointed Officials Present:

Village Manager William T. Lichter

Village Attorney Tom Bayer

Assistant Village Attorney George Wagner

Director of Finance Leonard J. Flood

Director of Community Development David Hulseberg

Fire Chief George Seagraves

Chief of Police Ray Byrne

Director of Public Works Wes Anderson

Deputy Village Clerk Barbara Johnson

Records Clerk Nancy Stahl

III

Public Hearings

BOT 07-01: 100 Yorktown Mall Drive (The Shops on Butterfield)

A Public Hearing regarding a variation to provide relief from the Lombard Code of

Ordinances Chapter 51 "Water", Subsection 51.12 "Multiple Use of Meters." (DISTRICT

#3)

An explanation was made by Attorney Bayer regarding the shops on Butterfield at

Yorktown in Lombard. In summary, Mr. Bayer asked that anyone wishing to ask

questions or comments to please step to the podium. There being none, the hearing

was closed at 7:34 pm.

Public Participation

Ken Buckman-1131 N. Garfield. Since 1999 he has been working in Lombard. He

currently owns a business that employs 41 people. Ken says he is proud to be a part of

Lombard and encourages the Salt Dome project. His business has the need to expand,

and he said if the project does not happen, he would be happy to purchase the Village's

land next door if needed.

Lombard residents Drew, Dible, Riley and Nielsen who live on Park and Madison Streets

expressed great concern for the new homes being built on their streets. Although they

are totally in favor of building of new homes, the elevations are four feet higher and now

these residents are experiencing serious flooding problems. They are also very

concerned about mosquitoes, and there is no storm sewer. The garage at 109 W. Park

floods, they have to use several pumps to remove the water, there is no grass due to

flooding and their neighbor's back yard is a pond. Mr. Lichter said they would check

with Mr. Hatfield and report back to the residents. Mr. Tross said 2 other residents

appeared at the last Public Works meeting. Public Works staff is going out on May 4th.

Mr. Soderstrom wants to workshop the problem and is aware of problems when property

is 4-6 ft higher. He asked that he and Tross be brought up to date on these issues. He

doesn't want to wait 6 weeks for a report. Wants it checked out on May 4th. Trustees

Soderstrom and Tross will look at the problem immediately. Mr. Mueller asked residents

for list of names, addresses & telephone numbers.

President Mueller recognized Trustees Sebby and Florey, who will be leaving and

thanked them. A presentation of plaques was given to Trustees Sebby and Florey for

their service to the Village for the past 8 years. He said that they can leave with their

heads held high as they have accomplished a lot. Trustee Sebby commented on the

progress of the Village, which is going in the right direction. He also thanked everyone,

especially his wife. Mr. Sebby feels the staff and directors are exceptional and praised

the quality of people we have working at the Village.

Mr. Florey thanked the people in his life for their help in representation of his district.

He said Lombard is a great town in which to work, live, and raise a family. He feels the

Trustees are here to make the quality of life in Lombard better. He also mentioned the

high quality of the people working at the Village. Mr. Florey also said that Laura

Fitzpatrick will be an asset to the Village.

Eileen Mueller also made a presentation of a bouquet of roses to Mrs. Florey as a thank

you from the Village.

A presentation plaque was also given to Trustee Tross for 20 years of service to the

Village. He is a hard working individual who has done a fantastic job. President Mueller

presented Mr. Tross with a trophy for his work in the Village in appreciateion for

dedicated service from May of 1987 to present "and counting". Mr. Tross thanked the

staff of the Village and said it is a true honor working with Mr. Mueller and has been the

last 14 years. He also said he hopes the next election will have a better turn out. Mrs.

Mueller presented Trusteee Tross's close friend Nancy with a bouquet of flowers.

Proclamation - Janet Dews Day

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Janet Dews. Janet will be retiring after 32 years of

teaching and as principal. Janet wanted to thank the Village, police and fire depts. as

she said it takes a village to educate children.

Proclamation - National Police Week

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Chief Byrne. He mentioned the Police Open House May

12th from 9am to 3pm.

Proclamation - DuPage County River Sweep

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Trustee Gron on behalf of DuPage County.

Proclamation - Arbor Day

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Wes Anderson, Public Works Director. We have 18,000

trees in the village and hope to increase that number on a yearly basis. There are 2,400

open spaces left before completion of tree renewal.

Proclamation - National Day of Prayer

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Eileen Mueller of the Kiwanis club for their efforts in the

Community. Mr. Mueller read a portion ot the Kiwanis prayer.

Proclamation - Lilac Time in Lombard

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien. Mr. Mueller mentioned how

beautiful the park is at this particular time, also the Art Fair on Sunday and Coronation of

the Lilac Queen on Saturday. The Lilac Ball will be at the Carlisle on May 11th. The

Lilac Parade will be on May 20th at 1pm.

*Proclamation - National Teacher Day

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien, President Mueller

presented the proclamation to Brigitte O'Brien. Brigitte is a retired teacher who has

taught 6th graders to senior citizens on the use of the computer.

*Proclamation - National Nurses Week

The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Brigitte O'Brien.

Approval of Minutes

None

Committee Reports

Community Relations Committee - Trustee Jack O'Brien, Chairperson

Trustee O'Brien reported that the April 16th meeting had been cancelled and that the

next meeting would be held on May 21, 2007

Economic/Community Development Committee - Trustee Rick Soderstrom,

Chairperson

Trustee Soderstrom reported that the meeting had been cancelled due to lack of a

quorum. The next meeting will be on May 5th.

Environmental Concerns Committee - Trustee Greg Gron, Chairperson

Trustee Gron reported that the April meeting had been cancelled, the next would be held

May 22, 2007 at 7:30

Finance Committee - Trustee Kenneth Florey, Chairperson

Trustee Florey explained that the Committee had met on April 24 and discussed the

amendments to the Village of Lombard Financial Policies and

amendments to various Village financial policies and the addition of the Lake Michigan

Water Reserve Policy and Utility Tax Reserve Policy. The committee will meet as

needed during the summer.

Public Works Committee - Trustee Richard J. Tross, Chairperson

Trustee Tross said that the Committee had not met since the last Board meeting and

would meet on May 8, 2007.

Transportation & Safety Committee -Trustee Steven Sebby, Chairperson

Trustee Sebby reported that the Committee will meet on May 7, 2007 to discuss

Downtown parking ordinances, Utility Cabinets, various school safety concerns

Board of Local Improvements - Trustee Richard J. Tross, President

Trustee Tross reported that the Board hasn't met.,they will meet on May 10th.

Community Promotion & Tourism - President William J. Mueller, Chairperson

Mr. Mueller reported that theTaste of Lombard has been changed to July 3rd through

the 8th, with fireworks on the 4th.

VII

Village Manager/Village Board Comments

Trustee Soderstrom said there was an error in the meeting schedule.

VIII

Consent Agenda

Payroll/Accounts Payable

Approval of Village Payroll

For the period ending April 14, 2007 in the amount of $794,728.67.

This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.

Approval of the Accounts Payable

For the period ending April 20, 2007 in the amount of $530,987.07.

This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.

Approval of Accounts Payable

For the period ending April 27, 2007 in the amount of $720,978.77.

This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.

Ordinances on First Reading (Waiver of First Requested)

PC 07-12: 1135 N. Garfield Avenue

The Village of Lombard requests approval of the following actions located on property

within the I Limited Industrial Zoning District:

1. A conditional use, pursuant to Sections 155.208(C), to allow for more than one

principal building on a lot of record; and

2. A variation from Section 155.417 to allow for a building height of up to sixty-five feet

(65') for a salt dome, where a maximum of forty-five feet (45') is permitted. (DISTRICT

#4)

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6021

PC 07-13: Text Amendments to the Lombard Zoning Ordinance (Dry Cleaning

Establishments)

Requests a text amendment to Section 155.412 (B)(15) of the Lombard Zoning

Ordinance (and any other sections for clarity) amending the list of requirements that

must be met in order to operate dry cleaning and laundry establishments that have

on-site processing of dry cleaning.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6022

PC 07-14: 422 E. Washington Boulevard

Requests a Minor Plat of Resubdivision to include a variation from the Zoning Ordinance

to reduce the minimum lot width in an R2 Single-Family Residence District from sixty

feet (60') to forty four-feet (44'). (DISTRICT #5)

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6021

PC 07-15: 246 Eisenhower Lane North, Units 1-3

Requests that the Village grant a conditional use, pursuant to Section 155.418 (C) of the

Zoning Ordinance, to allow for an outdoor equipment and material storage yard within

the I Limited Industrial District. (DISTRICT #3)

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6024

PC 07-16: 434 East North Avenue

Requests that the Village grant a conditional use, pursuant to Section 155.415 (C) of the

Zoning Ordinance, to allow for a motor vehicles sales establishment within the B4

Corridor Commercial Shopping District. (DISTRICT #4)

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6025

Ordinance Amending Title 5

Amending the Village Code as it relates to water rates for a new cross-connection

control surcharge for non-residential accounts for FYE 2008.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6026

Ordinance Setting Rates of Pay

Ordinance setting rates of pay for Village employees.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6027

Declaration of Surplus Village Equipment

Declaring seven vehicles as surplus and authorizing their sale at the DuPage Mayors

and Managers Conference auction.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6028

Declaration of Surplus Village Equipment

Declaring one ambulance as surplus and authorizing its sale to Apgar Ambulance in the

amount of $18,000.00.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6029

Ordinance Amending Title 9

Repealing the section of the Lombard Village Code regarding disposition of utility taxes.

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.

Enactment No: Ordinance 6030

BOT 07-01: 100, 102, 300 to 390 Yorktown (The Shops on Butterfield)

Granting a variation of the Lombard Code of Ordinances Chapter 51 "Water";

Subsection 51.12 "Multiple Use of Meters". (DISTRICT #3)

This Matter was waived of first reading and passed on second reading with

suspension of the rules on the Consent Agenda.