September 26, 2007 Midlothian Village Board Meeting Minutes
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Number of Pages = 4 | Start Time = 7:30 p.m. | End Time = 8:10 p.m. | Total Meeting Time (in hours and minutes) = 0:40
Village Board Meeting Minutes for September 26, 2007
President Thomas J. Murawski and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Midlothian, Cook County, Illinois, met in regular session in the Council Chambers on September 26, 2007. The pledge to the flag was made. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call
Ayes Nays Abstain 1st 2nd
Karen Kreis Present 5 2
Alan Moskal Present 5 1 1
Michael “Mike” Papineau Absent none none none none none
Jim “Mo” Potempa Present 5 2
Terry Stephens Present 5 2
William “Bill” Wilkins Present 5 2
Municipal Commissions
Historical Society Chuck Hillyer
Fire and Police Tom Valacak
Local Organizations
VFW Post 2580 George Doeden
Other
Village Lawyer Attorney J. Daniel McGrath
Village Engineer Phil Pavlacka
Village Clerk Michael “Mike” Woike
Approval of Minutes
President Thomas J. Murawski entertained a motion to accept the minutes of the previous Board meeting of September 12, 2007.
Motion made by Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa and seconded by Trustee Terry Stephens.
All ayes. Motion carried.
List of Bills
Clerk Michael “Mike” Woike read the list of bills for the month totaling $75,960.70.
President Thomas J. Murawski entertained a motion to pay the bills when funds become available.
Motion made by Trustee Alan Moskal and seconded by Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins.
Roll Call
Trustee Name Vote Recorded
Trustee Karen Kreis Aye
Trustee Alan Moskal Aye
Trustee Michael “Mike” Papineau Absent
Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa Aye
Trustee Terry Stephens Aye
Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins Aye
All ayes. Motion carried.
Old Business
Building & Health
Trustee Karen Kreis reported on the following:
The Building Department man-hour and fuel consumption report for the month of August.
The Health Department report for the month of August.
Police and Fire Department
Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins reported on the following:
The Police Department’s fuel consumption and activity report for the month of August.
For Trustee Michael “Mike” Papineau
The Fire Department’s man-hour and fuel consumption report for the month of August.
Administration & Finance
Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa reported on the following:
The Treasurer’s report ending July 31, 2007.
Community Relations
Trustee Terry Stephens had nothing to report.
Public Works
Trustee Alan Moskal reported on the following:
The Public Works man-hour and fuel consumption report for the month of August.
Legal
Village Attorney J. Daniel McGrath had nothing to report.
Engineering
Village Engineer Phil Pavlacka was not in attendance.
President’s Business
Back To School Campaign
Metra hosted a contest for drawings depicting rail safety. Calendars of the winning entries will be distributed to all communities. One of the winners of the contest is from Midlothian.
Net 8 Update
The Urban Area Technology Committee approved funds for Net 8 communities. A contract for the Net 8 Communication Network will be signed either October lst or November 1st.
IEPA Report
The Village is in receipt of the annual IEPA report of the Village water distribution system. A recommendation of education to the public at a later date was made.
West Nile Virus
Cook County reported a decrease in West Nile Virus flu cases. Twelve cases were reported in the County with one death. President Thomas J. Murawski urged everyone to rid their property of any stagnated water.
Promotions
Radio dispatchers Ryan Gulli and Anthony Tavormina were promoted to part-time police officer status as of September 14th.
Bike Path
A request and recommendation to pay Matthews Paving, Inc. $80,800 for completed work on the Bike Path spur was made.
President Thomas J. Murawski entertained a motion to pay the bill when funds become available.
Motion made by Trustee Karen Kreis and seconded by Trustee Alan Moskal.
Roll Call
Trustee Name Vote Recorded
Trustee Karen Kreis Aye
Trustee Alan Moskal Aye
Trustee Michael “Mike” Papineau Absent
Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa Aye
Trustee Terry Stephens Aye
Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins Aye
All ayes. Motion carried.
The work was completed by grants through Senator Emil Jones and State Representative Bob Rita, but to date, no money has been received from the State.
143rd Street Paving
In a letter from Superintendent John Hansen, the Village of Crestwood was notified of their share of the cost of paving 143th Street, Tripp to Keeler. The original estimate was $14,300, but the actual cost was $10,458.75. Superintendent Hansen said payment had already been received.
Mid Oaks Plaza
The Village was updated on the status of the relocation of the Walgreen’s in the Mid-Oak Plaza and the pending demolition permit from the County. The demolition permit is only good for 20 days.
Cable Service
AT & T is filing a formal application through the Illinois Commerce Commission with the State of Illinois for cable service approval. The Village is to grant permits for installation of fiber optics.
Birthday Card
American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Libra Chapter wished the Village a Happy 8oth Birthday. A parade on Saturday will step off at 10 a.m. for the Scottish Fair. An invitation was extended to all.
Open To The Public
Local Resident Comments
Question on letter previously sent to neighbors regarding being out of flood plain and not needing flood insurance, wants letter for her property and thank you to Village for use of Council Chambers for recent meeting of VFW Cooties
Bill Butner, Commander of VFW Post 2580 tying to bring Vietnam Wall to Midlothian with a possible exhibition at Park District
Correspondence
Clerk Michael “Mike” Woike had nothing to report.
New Business
Building Department
Trustee Karen Kreis reported on the following:
The next Senior Luncheon is on October 12th. Nurses from Oak Forest Hospital will be there taking blood pressure. Trustee Kreis invited all to bring a friend.
Public Works
Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins reported on the following:
Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) has received a donation of a lighting unit. The title of the unit was presented to the Village to become part of its equipment.
President Thomas J. Murawski entertained a motion to accept the donation and place the lighting unit in the Village equipment inventory.
Motion made by Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa and seconded by Trustee Terry Stephens.
Roll Call
Trustee Name Vote Recorded
Trustee Karen Kreis Aye
Trustee Alan Moskal Aye
Trustee Michael “Mike” Papineau Absent
Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa Aye
Trustee Terry Stephens Aye
Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins Aye
All ayes. Motion carried.
Administration & Finance
Trustee Jim “Mo” Potempa had nothing to report.
Community Development
Trustee Terry Stephens had nothing to report.
Police and Fire Department
Trustee Alan Moskal had nothing to report.
Legal
Village Attorney J. Daniel McGrath had nothing to report.
Engineering
Village Engineer Phil Pavlacka had nothing to report.
Department Heads
Public Relations Coordinator Gladys Schuler reported on the following:
The Village Open House and 8oth Birthday Party will be on Sunday under the tent on the Village green. There will
face painting and the Castle Jump for children, exhibits from the Park District and Library, in addition to some local
businesses. Food will be available.
Fire Chief William “Bill” Sheehy III said that they will have a fire burn cell demonstration at 1 :30 p.m. Fire Prevention Week is October 7 through 13. This year’s theme is “Practice Your Escape Plan”. The Fire Department Pancake Breakfast will be on Sunday, October 14th, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Close Of Business
Having no further business, President Murawski entertained a motion to adjourn.
Motion made by Trustee Karen Kreis and seconded by Trustee William “Bill” Wilkins.
All ayes. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
