MINUTES OF THE 1,331TH MEETING OF

                                     CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTHLAKE

                                               HELD ON MONDAY MARCH 3, 2008

The regular meeting was called to order at 7:43 P.M.  Mayor Sherwin asked everyone to stand for the pledge of allegiance.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:

PRESENT:                               ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                  PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND PATTI

ABSENT:                                 NONE

OTHERS PRESENT:              FRED PAUL, TREASURER

                                                  JOANNE FLOISTAD, CITY CLERK

                                                  DENNIS KOLETSOS, CHIEF OF POLICE

                                                  WILLIAM KABLER, FINANCE DIRECTOR

                                                  DALE ROBERTS, SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

                                                  MIKE MCGRATH, CITY ATTORNEY

Mayor Sherwin presented the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 4, 2008.  Alderman Patti made a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 4, 2008; seconded by Alderman Delgado.  Mayor Sherwin asked if there were any additions or corrections. Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.

MOTION TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 4, 2008

CITY COUNCIL MEETING CARRIED

Mayor Sherwin presented the minutes of the Special Meeting held on February 14, 2008.  Alderman Grochowski made a motion to accept the minutes of the special meeting held on February 14, 2008, seconded by Alderman Nessling.   Mayor Sherwin asked if there were any additions or corrections. There was one correction.  Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.

MOTION TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF THE

SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 14, 2008 CARRIED

appointments/RE-APPOINTMENTS:

 PRESENTATIONS:

There was a presentation from Econolodge.  Maria spoke regarding the request for a liquor license.  She has had several requests from customers to have the hotel and restaurant serve liquor. This will not be a stand alone bar.   Maria said she has plans to remodel and she is seeking a new franchise such as LaQuinta or Red Roof Inn.  She feels these changes will improve the cliental and the appearance of the building.  She is also looking into adding an additional floor to the building. There

will be banquet facilities in the basement.  Alderman Padilla made a motion for the attorneys to change the liquor license; seconded by Alderman Patti.  Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.  The motion carried.

MOTION FOR THE ATTORNEYS TO CHANGE

THE LIQUOR LICENSE CARRIED

Alderman Patti made a motion to pay the warrants and vouchers if and when the funds become available; seconded by Alderman Grochowski.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

  ROLL CALL:                        ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

MOTION TO PAY THE WARRANTS AND

VOUCHERS CARRIED

REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:

Alderman Patti said that the Public Safety and Public Works Committee meeting was cancelled last month due to the inclement weather.  There will be a meeting on March 5, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.

Mayor Sherwin commended the Public Works Department for the great job plowing the streets and conserving our salt supply. 

Treasurer, Fred Paul presented a check for $15,502.44 for the engineering of the relocation of the traffic lights on Wolf Road. 

Alderman Patti stated that she was approached by a resident on Sandra.  Sandra is a cul-de-sac and with the snow melting and during heavy rains,   the water collects and backs up.  The water has been moving on to lawns.  The street is also in need of repair.  The resident wanted to know if the city would consider resurfacing Sandra.  Dale Roberts said this has been looked at before and there is some back pitching problems and there is not too much we can do unless we reconstruct some of the cul-de-sac area.   Mayor Sherwin said that this issue will be addressed as we get money to re-pave the streets.  Dale Roberts stated again that the cul-de-sac needs to be reconstructed and Mayor Sherwin said that there may be changes in the street in the future. 

Alderman Grochowski said that he has received a couple of phone calls from residents about the new garbage program.  They are concerned about the sticker prices and he assured them that this is being looked at.  The residents would also like us to look at the recycling program.  It was suggested to get a different container for the recycling so that the blue bins do not blow around; perhaps a 90 gallon container.  The residents also wanted to know how they could recycle their old garbage cans once they get the new one.  Mayor Sherwin said the residents will have the option to put their old cans out for pick up.  Mayor Sherwin stated that the new 96 gallon can should cover the needs of 75% of the residents in Northlake.  The 96 gallon can is equivalent to 3 regular cans.  It was decided to keep the base fee the same for everyone and those that have more garbage will have to pay more either by buying a sticker or paying for a second 96 gallon can.  Mayor Sherwin hopes that this will encourage people to recycle. 

UNFINSHED BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS:

Alderman Patti made a motion to approve a membership in the DuPage River/Salt Creek Workgroup; seconded by Alderman Riesterer.  Mayor called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.  The motion carried.

MOTION TO APPROVE A MEMBERSHIP IN THE

DUPAGE RIVER/SALT CREEK WORKGROUP CARRIED

Alderman Padilla made a motion to approve the placement of bus benches in certain locations; seconded by Alderman Grochowski.  Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.  The motion carried.

MOTION TO APPROVE THE PLACEMENT OF BUS

BENCHES IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS CARRIED

Alderman Patti made a motion to approve Ordinance O-04-2008, An Ordinance Exempting Certain Motor Vehicles from License Registration Requirements and Amending Section 3-4C-9 of the City Code of the City of Northlake; seconded by Alderman Nessling.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:                          ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

motion to approve Ordinance O-04-2008, An Ordinance Exempting Certain Motor Vehicles from License Registration Requirements and Amending Section 3-4C-9 of the City Code of the City of Northlake carried

alderman Grochowski made a motion to approve Ordinance O-05-2008, An Ordinance Proposing the Establishment of Special Service Area No. 1 by the City of Northlake for Water System Improvements, Providing for a Public Hearing, and other Procedures in Connection Therewith; seconded by Alderman Feldmann.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:                          ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

motion to approve Ordinance O-05-2008, An Ordinance Proposing the Establishment of Special Service Area No. 1 by the City of Northlake for Water System Improvements, Providing for a Public Hearing, and other Procedures in Connection

 Therewith carried

Alderman Patti made a motion to approve the renewal of our liability insurance; seconded by Alderman Feldmann.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:                          ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

MOTION TO APPROVE THE RENEWAL OF OUR

LIABILITY INSURANCE CARRIED

Alderman Riesterer made a motion to approve the renewal of Francisco & Son’s Landscaping contract for 2008; seconded by Alderman Delgado.  Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:                          ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

MOTION TO APPROVE THE RENEWAL OF FRANCISCO & SON’S

LANDSCAPING CONTRACT FOR 2008 CARRIED

Alderman Patti made a motion to approve the Employer Assisted Housing Plan (EAH); seconded by Alderman Delgado.   Mayor Sherwin called for the roll.

ROLL CALL:                          ALDERMAN STRAUBE, FELDMANN, DELGADO,

                                                    PADILLA, NESSLING, RIESTERER, GROCHOWSKI AND                                    PATTI

              NAYS:                        NONE

MOTION TO APPROVE THE EMPLOYER ASSISTED

HOUSING PLAN (EAH) CARRIED

Mayor Sherwin opened up the discussion to the public.

Tom Perry spoke.  He was the one who complained about Sandra.  He says the street is starting to crumble and there are low spots that trap water.  He says the sewers have never worked correctly and they have gotten worse over the years.  Mayor Sherwin said we would look into this matter when the weather breaks.

A resident who owns a building at 124 Golfview and he has an ongoing problem with animals coming on to the property.  Mayor Sherwin said it is normal to attract these animals with the natural areas of the city.  He suggested keeping the garbage cans securely covered, cut back vegetation and remove firewood.  Mayor Sherwin said that if anyone is feeding cats outside that can be a big attraction to these animals. 

Bobbie Phillips of 421 N. Prater complained about Francisco & Sons snow plowing. She stated that the driveway was done before Frank got there and she got charged anyway.  The mail was not getting delivered because the snow was piled so that the sidewalk was completely blocked.  Mayor Sherwin said we will talk to Francisco & Sons. 

Another resident complained that her sod was torn up on her north side.  Mayor Sherwin said this will be taken care of.

Alderman Straube made a motion to go into Executive Session at 8:15 p.m.; seconded by Alderman Patti. Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor.

MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION CARRIED

There being no further business, Alderman Straube made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Alderman Grochowski.  Mayor Sherwin called for a voice vote.  All were in favor. 

MOTION TO ADJOURN CARRIED

MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:19 P.M.

RESPECTULLY SUBMITTED,

JOANNE FLOISTAD, CITY CLERK