CUBA TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
28000 W. Cuba Road
Supervisor Nelson called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Trustee Svacha led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call: David Nelson, Supervisor; Don Griffith, Trustee; Jack Mumaw- absent; Trustee; Art Rice, Trustee; Roberta Svacha, Trustee.
Also present: Priscilla Rose, Clerk; Tom Gooch, Highway Commissioner; Tim Murray, Township attorney; Barbara Murphy, Township resident, Jenny Powell, Township resident and Township bookkeeper.
Public Comment
Powell introduced herself to the board. She said she had begun working in
the Township office this week and felt it was a good way to transition into the
position as she was able to do much of the preparation of the bills for this
board meeting. She said she would also be able to do her first payroll next
week. She felt training was going well and she did not anticipate any problems
with the transition after Donati’s retirement.
Approval of minutes
May 26, 2010 special meeting
A motion was made by Trustee Griffith and seconded by Trustee Svacha to approve
the minutes of the May 26, 2010 special meeting. Motion carried by voice vote.
June 5, 2010 special meeting
A motion was made by Trustee Svacha and seconded by Trustee Rice to approve the
minutes of the June 5, 2010 special meeting. Motion carried by voice vote.
Supervisor’s Report
Nelson distributed a list of recent financial donations made to the Township
food pantry. Rice added that he would like to see the list of those receiving
food from the pantry from the last few months. Nelson continued that Randy Gross
will be checking in with Powell over the next few months to ensure that things
are running smoothly. Nelson added that BACOG has a new award- the Don Klein
planning award. Rice offered to serve on this committee. Nelson has spoken with
Algonquin Township regarding training of Powell and they are agreeable. Nelson
told the board that Highway Commissioner Gooch has negotiated a deal with the
Good Shepherd Fitness Center for reduced rates for all Township employees and
officials.
BACOG report
Nelson told the board that this is the last month he will be serving as
BACOG chairman. North Barrington Village president, Bruce Sauer will succeed him
and Kathleen Leitner will be vice chair. Griffith asked about the possibility of
the Road District joining BACOG which was brought up several months ago. Gooch
said that the Road District would not be joining BACOG and felt it would not be
fair to the taxpayers for the Road District and the Township to both be members.
FOIA review
Rose distributed the FOIA information sheet that will be posted on the
Township’s website and at the office. Compliance is mandatory according to
Illinois state law.
Ordinances for consideration and approval
A motion was made by Trustee Svacha and seconded by Trusteee
Griffith to adopt ordinance 10-O-01, Prevailing Wage for the Cuba Township Road
District.
Rice- yes; Griffith- yes; Nelson- yes; Svacha- yes; Mumaw- absent. Motion
carried.
A motion was made by Trustee Griffith and seconded by Trustee
Svacha to adopt ordinance 10-O-02, Prevailing Wage for Cuba Township.
Griffith- yes; Nelson- yes; Svacha- yes; Rice- yes; Mumaw- absent. Motion
carried.
Highway Commissioner’s report
Gooch reported that the paving is almost completed on Old Barrington Road
and paving has begun with in house crews on Flint Creek and Flynn Creek Drive.
The back stoop of the farmhouse has been repaired with a new deck built by Road
District staff. Mulch orders continue, but he expects those requests to taper
off soon.
Gooch reported that the Leave No Child Inside event is scheduled for June 26, 2010 at The Grove. A storyteller and American Indian dancer have been scheduled for entertainment. He is looking for donations to cover the costs of the event.
Assessor’s report
Tonigan reported that she is close to closing the books for this year and
expects a factor of -6% on residential property and is still waiting for The
Garlands information. She explained that next year is a quadrennial reassessment
and has a lot of work to do in preparation for it. She will be working with the
Road District to get photos of all Township properties.
Fall Festival report
Rose reported that Barbara Benson has offered to have a "Collectiques
Corner" at the Fall Festival where she would sell collectibles and antiques
that have been donated, to benefit the food pantry.
Health insurance policy review
Nelson reported that he has spoken with 2 local business owners whose Blue
Cross/ Blue Shield rates have increased 33%. It was suggested to review the
Township’s health insurance situation with Russ Warye in October.
Approval of bills
A motion was made by Trustee Svacha and seconded by Trustee Griffith to
approve the bills in the amount of $436,701.95, check nos. 24500 through 24664.
Roll call: Nelson- yes; Svacha- yes; Rice- no; Griffith –yes; Mumaw- absent. Motion carried.
New business
There was no new business
Old Business
There was no old business
Executive Session
A motion was made by Trustee Svacha and seconded by Trustee Griffith to
recess to Executive Session to approve Executive Session minutes and for
personnel reasons. Motion carried by voice vote.
Regular session recessed at 7:34pm
The regular session resumed at 7:45 pm.
Roll call: David Nelson, Supervisor, Don Griffith, Trustee; Jack Mumaw- absent, Trustee; Art Rice, Trustee; Roberta Svacha, Trustee.
Also present: Priscilla Rose, Clerk; Tom Gooch, Highway Commissioner; Tim Murray, Township attorney, Rebecca Tonigan, Assessor
Adjournment
A motion was made by Trustee Svacha and seconded by Trustee Griffith to
adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 pm. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Priscilla H. Rose
Clerk