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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - 04/29/2019 - City CouncilCity Council Meeting Minutes April 29, 2019 Page 1 �— City Council Meeting April 29, 2019 Call to Order Deputy Clerk Meadows called the annual meeting scheduled for April 29, 2019 of the McHenry City Council to order at 7:00 pm in the McHenry City Council Chambers, 333 S. Green Street, McHenry, IL. Roll Call Deputy Clerk Meadows called the roll. Roll call: Members present: Alderwoman Condon, Alderman Devine, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Curry, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, and Alderman Santi. Others present: Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Director of Public Works Schmitt, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Martin and Chief of Police Birk. Also in the audience: Human Resource Director Campanella, Deputy Chief Walsh and Engineer Strange. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Jett proceeded to lead those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Proclamations: Mayor Jett read two proclamations recognizing the accomplishments and dedicated public service of both Alderman Curry and Alderwoman Condon as attached hereto as Exhibits "A" and `- B„ Administrator Morefield read a proclamation recognizing Public Works Director Schmitt's 35 years of dedicated public service to the City of McHenry as attached hereto as exhibit "C". Public Comment Mayor Jett asked if anyone in the audience wished to address the Council Members at this time. Resident Carl Hurtig approached the podium. He congratulated Alderman Glab on his reelection as Alderman of Ward 2 and expressed his disappointment that Alderman Curry had chosen not to run again. Mr. Hurtig continued on to express his concern with the drop-off site for the City collection of yard waste. He questioned on the City would verify the persons dropping of yard waste was a resident without a vehicle sticker. Staff reported that they are in the process of drafting a policy with respect to the verification of residency. Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: A. Resolution designating May 5 - May 11, 2019 as National Small Business Week in the City of McHenry; City Council Meeting Minutes April 29, 2019 Page 2 `-- B. Special Event Liquor License request from Salerno's Pizzeria & R Bar for the hosting of an annual event to coincide with the Kentucky Derby at 621 Ridgeview Drive on Saturday, May 41h from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm; C. Parks & Recreations Facilities Alcohol and Special Use Permit Requests; D. April 15, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes; E. Issuance of Checks in the amount of $311,284.05; Mayor Jett asked if any of the Council Members wished to remove any items from the consent agenda for separate consideration. The Council Members offered no comments. A Motion was made by Alderman Schaefer and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve the consent agenda items A-E as presented. Roll call: Vote: 7- ayes: Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Curry, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine and Alderwoman Condon. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Individual Action Item Agenda. Motion to approve the FY 2019/2020 Annual Appointments of Municipal Officers, Board and Commission Members. Alderwoman Condon commented on the fact that in her opinion the Standing Committees play an important role in the oversight of the various departments and instrumental in setting policies and providing the Staff with direction. Even if the Committees only meet on an as needed schedule. Alderman Santi agreed with Alderwoman Condon's comments with respect to the role Standing �-- Committees play with providing oversight of various departments. Alderman Curry also echoed Alderwoman Condon and Alderman Santi's comments regarding the role and importance of the Standing Committees. There being no further discussion on the matter under consideration, a Motion was made by Alderman Curry and seconded by Alderwoman Condon to approve the FY 2019/2020 Annual Appointments of Municipal Officers, Board and Commission Members. Roll call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderwoman Condon, Alderman Curry, Alderman Glab, Alderman Santi, Alderman Mihevc and Alderman Devine. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Motion to adopt the Fiscal Year 2019/2020 Budget Administrator Morefield reported that this agenda item is for the City Council to adopt the Fiscal Year 2019/2020 budget. He reported that the final budget included the funding of two Police patrol Officer Positions and one Human Recorder position as directed by the majority of Council during the April 15`h regular City Council meeting. However, doesn't include funding the Park's Maintenance Worker position. Alderwoman Condon commented on the fact that after the straw poll during the April 15th City Council meeting she had meet with Parks Superintendent Gorniak to discuss in detail the Park's Department request for a maintenance worker after the discussion she agreed there was a need for the position. City Council Meeting Minutes April 29, 2019 Page 3 �— Aldermen Glab, Santi and Curry strongly opposed the creation of the four new positions. A lengthy and lively debate ensued. There being no further discussion on the motion, a Motion was made by Alderwoman Condon and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve the FY 2019/2020 Budget as presented along with the addition of a newly created position to allow for a Park's Department Maintenance worker. Roll call; Vote: 4-ayes: Alderwoman Condon, Alderman Devine, Alderman Mihevc and Alderman Schaefer. 3-nays: Alderman Glab, Alderman Curry and Alderman Santi. 0-abstained. Motion carried. Executive Session. There were no matters to discuss in executive session. Staff Reports. Staff Members offered no reports at this time. Mayor and City Council Comments. Mayor Jett once again thanked Alderman Curry and Alderwoman Condon along with Public Works Director Schmitt for their dedicated public service. Adjournment. There being no further public business to discuss, a Motion was made by Alderman Sand and seconded by Alderman Glab to adiourn from the public meeting at 7:55 p.m. Roll call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Curry, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine and Alderwoman Condon. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Debra Meadows VIVO]� , --1 Deputy Clerk ?'n..'& a. PROCLAMATION Honoring Scott Curry, Alderman Ward 4 WHEREAS, Scott Curry was elected to the McHenry City Council as the Ward 4 Alderman in May 2015 and has served honorably until this day April 29, 2019; and WHEREAS, Scott Curry, during his tenure as Alderman, has served as the Chair of the Finance and Personnel Committee as well as being appointed as the City Council representative to the city's negotiation team in regards to the renewal of the mining operations agreement with Meyer Material; and WHEREAS, during his years of service, Scott Curry was instrumental in the: • Formulation and adoption of the Fund Balance and Reserve Policy • Review and revision of the Purchasing Policy • Leading the City Council effort for the development of a list of pre -qualified engineering firms to serve the City • Approval of the development of the North East Regional Communications Center (NERCOM) • Completion of the decommissioning of the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant • Purchase, Design, and Construction of the Miller Riverfront Park Public Boat Launch • Addition of an annual McHenry ShamRocks the Fox event • Redevelopment of the Green Street Downtown District and promoting business development throughout the City • Ensuring sound financial management and fiscal prudence by thoroughly reviewing municipal budget and audit documents • Spearheading the effort to reduce the City's portion of the property tax levy, and • Serving as the City Council representative in leading negotiations with Meyer Material to establish a new mining agreement with enhanced operating guidelines and substantial financial benefit to the residents of the community Among numerous other noteworthy accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Alderman Scott Curry has acted in all matters with the welfare of the City uppermost in his mind and can look back with pride on his numerous contributions and accomplishments while serving our community honorably. NOW, THEREFORE, I Wayne S. Jett, Mayor of McHenry, do hereby proclaim on behalf of the citizens of Ward 4 and the entire McHenry community, our gratitude, admiration and appreciation to Alderman Scott Curry for an outstanding job during his period of service. FURTHERMORE, a copy of this Proclamation shall be presented to Alderman Scott Curry to be displayed in a prominent place in recognition of his numerous accomplishments and contributions to the City of McHenry. Passed and approved April 29, 2019. f Deb Meadows, Deputy City Clerk Wayne < Je ayor PROCLAMATION Honoring Geri A. Condon, Alderwoman Ward 7 WHEREAS, Geri A. Condon was elected to the McHenry City Council as the Ward 7 Alderwoman in May 2003; was re-elected three times; and has served honorably until this day April 29, 2019; and WHEREAS, Geri A. Condon, during her tenure as Alderwoman, has served on several standing committees including the Finance and Personnel Committee, Parks and Recreation Committee, and the Community Development Committee, where she served as its Chairwoman for fourteen of her sixteen years in service; and WHEREAS, Geri A. Condon represented the City of McHenry on the McHenry Area Youth Commission and the Character Counts Coalition, serving as a Founding Board Member and its President; and WHEREAS, during her years of service, Geri A. Condon was instrumental in the: • Development of the Parks and Open Space Master Plan • Purchase of the 22-acre addition to Petersen Park • Development of the Bike Path Plan • Development of the Petersen Park Waterfront • Development and Expansion of City Park Land • Inter -agency Mutual Aid Agreements and Partnership for the Police Dispatch Center • Establishment of Home Rule Authority • Design and Construction of the McHenry Riverwalk • Purchase, Design, and Construction of Miller Point and Public Piers • Development of McBark Dog Park • Expansion of the City of McHenry Forestry Division • Planning, Design and Construction of the McHenry Recreation Center • Completion of the Decommissioning of the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant • Purchase, Design, and Construction of the Miller Riverfront Park Public Boat Launch • Addition of an annual McHenry ShamRocks the Fox event; • Redevelopment of the Green Street Downtown District • Establishment of 10 years of Balanced City Budgets • Implementation of an Ordinance allowing Women to be recognized as Alderwomen Among numerous other noteworthy accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Geri A. Condon has acted in all matters with the welfare of the City uppermost in her mind and can look back with pride on her numerous contributions and accomplishments while serving our community honorably. NOW, THEREFORE, I Wayne S. Jett, Mayor of McHenry, do hereby proclaim on behalf of the citizens of Ward 7 and the entire McHenry community, our gratitude, admiration and appreciation to Alderwoman Geri A. Condon for an outstanding job during her sixteen years of service. FURTHERMORE, a copy of this Proclamation shall be presented to Alderwoman Geri A. Condon to be displayed in a prominent place in recognition of her numerous accomplishments and contributions to the City of McHenry. ;Passed and approved April 29, 2019. 14 Deb Meadows, Deputy City Clerk Wayne . 4tt, ayor C -403 PROCLAMATION Honoring Jon M. Schmitt, Director of Public Works WHEREAS, Jon M. Schmitt began his employment with the City of McHenry in May of 1984; has provided thirty- five years of distinguished service for the City of McHenry; and has served honorably until the date of his retirement on May 3, 2019; and WHEREAS, Jon M. Schmitt is a true example of loyalty and dedication to his community as well as continuous professional formation and longevity; and WHEREAS, Jon M. Schmitt served the City of McHenry as a front-line Maintenance Worker, Division Superintendent, and Public Works Director; served as an officer in the North Suburban Water Works Association; represented the City of McHenry at the McHenry County Council of Mayors; and, led cooperative efforts with numerous local agencies and districts to continuously provide for the welfare of the Citizens of McHenry and surrounding area; and WHEREAS, during his years of service, Jon M. Schmitt undertook and successfully managed: • Relocation and of the Public Works Department to the current centralized facility on Industrial Drive • Successful consolidation of the Central and South Wastewater Treatment Plants • Water Treatment Plant 2 Rehabilitation • Successfully securing millions of dollars in Grant Money and Federal Aid for city projects • Phase I, II, III Engineering and the construction of the Illinois Route 31 and Route 120 Intersection improvements • Phase I, II, III Engineering and the construction of Bull Valley Road and Curran Road Intersection Signalization Project • Phase I, II, III Engineering and the construction of Pearl Street and Lincoln Road Improvements • Creation of the Public Works Utility Division • The development of the selection process for the city's pool of prequalified engineering firms • Mentorship, development, and succession planning for the staff of the Public Works Department • Expansion of the capabilities of the Public Works Department to create a productive, capable, and efficient department; and WHEREAS, Jon M. Schmitt has performed his duties in all matters with the welfare of the Citizens of McHenry uppermost in his mind; Jon and his family have made numerous sacrifices to allow him to fulfill his duties to the Citizens of the City of McHenry; Jon has successfully lead the Public Works Department while managing numerous public infrastructure projects of great scale and complexity. NOW, THEREFORE, I Wayne S. Jett, Mayor of McHenry, do hereby proclaim on behalf of the citizens of the City of McHenry, our gratitude, admiration and appreciation to Public Worsts Director Jon M. Schmitt for his professional excellence, loyalty, service, and dedication to the City of McHenry during his thirty-five years of distinguished service. FURTHERMORE, a copy of this Proclamation shall be presented to Public Works Director Jon M. Schmitt to be displayed in a prominent place in recognition of his numerous accomplishments and contributions to the City of McHenry. Fasted and approved A ril 29, 2019 Deb Meadows, Deputy City Clerk Wayne Vie ,' yor