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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 09/27/2010 - City Council REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 27, 2010 Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled September 27, 2010 meeting of the McHenry City Council to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, and Condon. Absent: None. Also in attendance were City Administrator Black, Deputy City Administrator Martin, Assistant City Administrator Hobson, City Clerk Jones, City Attorney McArdle, Construction and Neighborhood Services Director Schwalenberg, Public Works Director Schmitt, Chief of Police Jones. PUBLIC INPUT SESSION There was no one who signed in to speak during the Ten Minutes of Public Input. CONSENT AGENDA Alderman Glab stated he could not support the donation of equipment to the City of Champaign Police Department. He opined there must be some value of this equipment to the City and he would therefore oppose the ordinance authorizing the donation. Alderman Condon requested a change be made to the September 20, 2010 Council Minutes clarifying her statement made in paragraph 6 on page 6, noting that the revised language would not negate the current regulations regarding Home Owners Association Covenants which might be more restrictive. Motion by Santi, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended: A. Landmark School PTO Hayride; B. Ordinance authorizing the donation of surplus equipment to the City of Champaign Police Department; C. Authorization to advertise for bids for fencing at Petersen Park Ballfields#3 and 4; D. Special Use/picnic permits; E. Block Party request: Annette Maldonado,Trails of Winding Creek,October 301h; F. City Council minutes: September 20,2010 regularly scheduled meeting; G. List of Bills: ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 817.14 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 144.00 AGS REBUILDERS 159.00 AMELIO, ROBERT 211.50 ANDERSON, LORI 150.38 AT&T 132.26 AT&T LONG DISTANCE 84.94 BENTZ, DONALD J 102.00 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD O 107,915.47 BREMER, CURTIS H 104.00 BROWN, PAUL 46.00 CAREY ELECTRIC 1,626.00 CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 58.80 CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 633.29 COMMUNICATIONS REVOLVING 105.00 CONCRETE SOLUTIONS CORP 177.25 CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY 9,126.94 Regular Meeting Page 2 September 27,2010 CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 1,567.69 CUSTOM LANDSCAPING 650.00 DELISI, PHIL 200.00 DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI 177.00 DRYDON EQUIPMENT INC 199.38 DUNCAN, CHANTAL 129.00 ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 23.77 FEUCHT, ANGELA 64.00 FOWLER, JEFF R 115.00 GREEN, PAULA 110.00 HERITAGE-CRYSTAL CLEAN L 125.97 JC LICHT/EPCO 400.00 KARAMAGIANIS, WENDY 47.00 KUS, TOM 102.00 MACDONALD, BJ 33.00 MALZAHN, CAROL 64.00 MAZZUCA, JOE 138.00 MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 450.00 MCHENRY BANK & TRUST 30.00 MCHENRY FIRESTONE 15.00 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA 798.85 MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTING 36.18 MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 36.50 MUNICIPAL CLERKS OF 80.00 NICOR GAS 957.88 NORTHERN KEY & LOCK INC 395.00 PADDOCK, TIMOTHY 176.25 PETROLIANCE LLC 619.98 PITEL SEPTIC INC 450.00 RELIABLE SAND & GRAVEL 778.26 SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS 165.00 SCHROEDER, KIM 64.00 SECRETARY OF STATE / POL 99.00 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL & AU 141.00 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 32.76 STEINER ELECTRIC COMPANY 318.03 TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC 874.63 VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 1,405.00 WALMART COMMUNITY 49.57 WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA 315.80 GRAND TOTALS 134,028.47 FUND TOTALS GENERAL FUND 12,233.38 WATER/SEWER FUND 13,538.82 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 107,915.47 RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 58.80 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 282.00 TOTALS 134,028.47 Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF THE MCHENRY ZONING ORDINANCE CHAPTERS VII AND XIX RELATING TO THE PARKING OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS, INCLUDING A ONE-YEAR AMORTIZATION PROCESS Deputy City Administrator Martin stated at the request of the Construction and Neighborhood Services Department Staff, the Community Development Committee reviewed ordinance regulations regarding the parking of commercial vehicles in the residential zoning Regular Meeting Page 3 September 27,2010 districts. Staff noted the difficulty in enforcing the current ordinance and requested clarification be made as to what Council deems a "commercial vehicle". To that end the Committee made a recommendation for ordinance amendments. The suggested amendments were presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration. The Commission debated the proposed modifications to the ordinance at Public Hearings held on June 17, 2010 and July 8, 2010. The Commission voted 5-1 to accept the recommendation submitted by the Community Development Committee with the stipulation that no more than one commercial vehicle be permitted to be parked overnight on a residential lot. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the text revisions include a revised definition for commercial vehicle: Commercial Vehicle: a motorized vehicle other than a passenger car, passenger van or recreational vehicle (as defined herein) used by a household for non- commercial personal or family transportation, van pooling or ride-sharing use. The regulations would be amended to read as follows: • No commercial vehicle, as defined herein, exceeding 9 feet in height and 25 feet in length may be parked and/or stored in a residential zoning district. Exterior ladders and any appurtenances on top of the vehicle shall be excluded from the height calculation. The following commercial vehicles are expressly prohibited from being parked and/or stored in a residential zoning district:stake bed trucks, box trucks, dump trucks, boom trucks, earth-moving + equipment, tow trucks, step vans, semi-tractor trucks with or without a trailer, and any vehicle in excess of 10,000 pounds. • Two commercial vehicles, as defined herein, that do not exceed 9 feet in height and 25 feet in length may be parked and/or stored on a lot in a residential zoning district in accordance with the regulations for parking and/or storing of vehicles in a residential zoning district contained in the zoning ordinance. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated Staff has prepared an ordinance providing for the revisions to the Zoning Ordinance as stated. Alderman Schaefer noted a lot of time was spent fine-tuning the proposed amendments to the commercial vehicle parking requirements. Alderman Blake stated he would be happier if the ordinance limited the commercial vehicles to one vehicle per residential lot. Alderman Peterson stated he is comfortable with allowing two commercial vehicles per lot. He noted he would be opposed to allowing just one commercial vehicle on premises. Alderman Condon noted the Community Development Committee was focused on IN, making the ordinance enforceable and bringing it up to date. Upon reflection, she agreed with Regular Meeting Page 4 September 27,2010 some of the Planning and Zoning Commission concerns. She stated at this time, she would support limiting the ordinance to one commercial vehicle per premises. Alderman Santi stated he supports updating the ordinance. He noted he is comfortable allowing just one commercial vehicle on a lot. Alderman Glab inquired how the ordinance would treat trailers. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated trailers are not considered a commercial vehicle. Alderman Glab stated he could not support the proposed amendments. He opined the size of commercial vehicle allowed in the residential district is too large. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Condon, to accept Staff's recommendation to pass an ordinance amending Chapters VII and XIX of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance, relating to the storing and parking of commercial vehicles in the residential zoning district, with the stipulation that no more than one commercial vehicle be permitted to be stored or parked overnight on a premises, and that a one-year amortization period be included in the text of the ordinance. Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon. Voting Nay: Glab, Peterson. Absent: None. Motion carried. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: TO AUTHORIZE WAIVING THE BIDDING REQUIREMENT AND TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM VIA WAYFINDING SYSTEMS FOR DOWNTOWN SIGN PACKAGE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $54,460 City Attorney McArdle noted this Agenda item should include a request to waive bid requirements. Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated the 2008/2009 budget discussions included a $60,000 transfer from the Tourism Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund to cover the cost of installation of a downtown sign package. The sign package included wayfinding signs, gateway signs at entrances to each of the downtown districts, downtown pedestrian kiosks and permanent pole banners. Since that time Staff has sought and received three proposals for the downtown sign package. Staff met with representatives of each of the three firms and is recommending the acceptance of the proposal submitted by VIA Wayfinding Systems in the amount not-to-exceed $54,460 as presented. Alderman Blake opined, although he likes the signs, $54,000 is a lot of money to spend in the current poor economy. City Administrator Black noted the project would be paid for with Tourism Fund money and not be expended from the General Fund. Regular Meeting Page 5 September 27,2010 Alderman Peterson noted the signs are a good idea and would be an aid to persons coming into town that are unfamiliar with local surroundings and offerings. Alderman Condon stated she is comfortable with expending the money as the project would be paid for from the Tourism Fund. Alderman Santi concurred with Aldermen Peterson and Condon. He further stated he would like to see continuity in signage throughout the City. Alderman Glab expressed his support for the sign package and concurred with Alderman Condon. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staff's recommendation to: • Waive bidding requirements; and • Accept the proposal submitted by VIA Wayfinding Systems for a downtown signage package in the amount not-to-exceed $54,460, to be expended from the Tourism Fund. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. REQUEST FOR ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY ADVERTISING SIGN — PATRIOT ESTATES SUBDIVISION Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was submitted by Cunat Inc seeking the extension of one year for posting the temporary advertising sign for Patriot Estates Subdivision at the southeast corner of the intersection of Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road. The sign consists of two 10' by 10' panels erected in a "V"-shaped configuration. Staff has reviewed the request and recommends approval as presented. Alderman Condon stated in light of the current economy, she would support the request for one-year extension. Alderman Glab opined the sign has been posted for too long a period of time and he could not support the request for extension. Motion by Condon, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve a one-year extension, September 27, 2011, for the temporary advertising sign posted at the southeast corner of the intersection of Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road. Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: Glab. Absent: None. 1., Motion carried. Regular Meeting Page 6 September 27,2010 REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENT TO SUBMIT FINAL PLAT— BROOKE ESTATES Deputy City Administrator Martin stated Mr. and Mrs. Andreas Szechowycz have requested a one-year extension in the required submittal of the final plat approval for Brooke Estates Subdivision. The property was annexed and the preliminary plat was approved in 2007. As a result of difficult economic conditions the applicants have not moved forward with preparation of the final plat for consideration and approval by Council. Staff is recommending the approval of the one-year extension as requested. Alderman Glab requested a stipulation be added that the previously approved preliminary plat be reviewed by Council prior to any additional extensions being granted. Alderman Condon concurred with Alderman Glab and noted she vaguely remembers the layout of the preliminary plat. Motion by Glab, seconded by Condon, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve the one-year extension requested by Mr. and Mrs. Andreas Szechowycz for the submittal of the final plat of Brooke Estates Subdivision, subject to the stipulation that any future requests for extension include Council review of the previously approved preliminary plat of the subdivision. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. INSTALLATION OF WATER SERVICE LINE AND HYDRANTS IN PETERSEN PARK IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $6,050 Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated Staff has been exploring the possibility of extending the water service line to Petersen Park and adding two fire hydrants: one adjacent to Field #2; and one between Fields #3 and #4. The installation would be completed by the Public Works Water Division and would include the abandonment of the existing well currently servicing the park. Total cost of the project is $6,050. Staff recommends approval of the project as presented. Alderman Peterson inquired if the installation of the service line would afford the residents of the Lakewood Road area to connect to City water. Assistant City Administrator Hobson responded the line being installed would be a service line and not a main and would be utilized strictly for the purpose of providing service to Petersen Park. Alderman Glab wondered if something larger should be installed to permit hook-ups from the Lakewood Road residents. Assistant City Administrator Hobson responded the cost of installing a main would be $35,000 to $40,000. This would be cost-prohibitive and would have to be paid for from an alternative fund. Regular Meeting Page 7 September 27,2010 Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to accept Staff's recommendation to authorize the expenditure of$6,050 to install a water service line and two fire hydrants ih Petersen Park as presented to be paid from the Park Developer Donation F,and. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT Mayor Low reported she attended the Annual Meeting of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and noted the recognition of Steve Belmour and Bill Hobson by the District. Both men were held responsible for administering CPR and saving the life of a man who had a heart attack at East Campus High School. COMMITTEE REPORTS Chairman Alderman Schaefer announced a Finance and Personnel Committee meeting has been scheduled for Monday, October 11, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Aldermen's Conference Room. Alderman Condon reported Nov�?Ynber 17t" — 23rd is Natioaa—t Character Counts! Week and would be designated pledge-signing week in the City. Pled 'cars would be available at the Municipal Center. i STAFF REPORTS City Administrator Bla/c�`announced Fire Hydrant Flushing is scheduled for October 4t" through October 15t". Ildditional information is available on the City's website www.ci.mchenry.il.us. FUTURE AGENDA ITF IS Alderman 1ab noted the TIF District was created in 2002 and stated he would like to see a reporting eSf revenue being realized from the District. He further suggested Staff provide Council with,a report of available TIF Funds and where the monies are currently being expended. t Regular Meeting Page 8 September 27,2010 ADJOURNMENT ^, Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schae er, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. j Motion carried. The eeting was adjo d at 8:17 p.m. Mayor City Clerk Regular Meeting Page 7 September 27,2010 Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to accept Staffs recommendation to authorize the expenditure of$6,050 to install a water service line and two fire hydrants in Petersen Park as presented to be paid from the Park Developer Donation Fund. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab,Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson,Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT Mayor Low reported she attended the Annual Meeting of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and noted the recognition of Steve Belmour and Bill Hobson by the District. Both men were held responsible for administering CPR and saving the life of a man who had a heart attack at East Campus High School. COMMITTEE REPORTS , Chairman Alderman Schaefer announced a Finance and Personnel Committee meeting has been scheduled for Monday, October 11, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Aldermen's Conference Room. Alderman Condon reported November 17th — 23rd is National Character Counts! Week and would be designated pledge-signing week in the City. Pledge cards would be available at the Municipal Center. STAFF REPORTS City Administrator Black announced Fire Hydrant Flushing is scheduled for October 4th through October 15tb. Additional information is available on the City's website www.ci.mchenry.il.us. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Alderman Glab noted the TIF District was created in 2002 and stated he would like to see a reporting of revenue being realized from the District. He further suggested Staff provide Council with a report of available TIF Funds and where the monies are currently being expended. Regular Meeting Page 8 September 27,2010 ADJOURNMENT '1• Motion by Wimmer,seconded by Santi,to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Th meeting was adjourn d at 8:17 p.m. Ma y or / \ City Clerk 1'