HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 09/13/2010 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 13, 2010
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled September 13, 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, City Engineer Pieper.
OATH OF OFFICE: CHIEF OF POLICE JOHN M.JONES
DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE ROBERT J. LUMBER
Mayor Low announced the first order of business this evening is to conduct the
swearing-in of Police Chief John M. Jones and Deputy Chief Robert J. Lumber. Mayor Low stated
it is a testament to both gentlemen that such a large number of people are in attendance to
witness the occasion. She noted the City is fortunate to have such a great police department
and the City is grateful and appreciative of the men and women of its police force.
In attendance were Police Commissioners Michael Roberts and Ramon Gregorio.
Commissioner Roberts swore in Police Chief John M. Jones and stated it is a distinct
honor to swear him in to his new position. Chief Jones introduced his wife Mary 10 who pinned
his Chief of Police badge upon him.
Mayor Low stated with the promotion of Chief Jones there is an opening for a Deputy
Chief on the department. She stated Chief Jones has named Robert J. Lumber as Deputy Chief.
Commissioner Roberts swore in Robert J. Lumber as Deputy Chief whereupon Deputy
Chief Lumber introduced his wife and children.
Chief Jones introduced his wife and family and thanked the Police Commission, Mayor
Low and past Chiefs of Police, and Deputy Chief Roger Pechous for their assistance and
mentoring. He stated it is an honor to have been chosen for this position.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Barb Holmes of 206 Huntington Drive addressed Council asking the City to form a sub-
committee to develop alternative forms of funding should the proposed McHenry High School
District 156 referendum fail.
Patti Boyd of 3607 Waukegan Road addressed Council thanking Chief of Police Jones for
the immediate attention and response provided to her previously-voiced concerns.
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Robert Knutchner of 2002 Pine Drive addressed Council stating his neighbor has turned ^`
his front yard into a "racetrack". Races are conducted adjacent to children on the public
sidewalk. Mayor Low suggested Mr. Knutchner approach his neighbor regarding his concerns.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Low requested Consent Agenda Item A. Request to advertise for bids for Holiday
Lighting, be removed for further discussion.
Motion by Peterson, seconded by Condon, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended:
B. Special Event Liquor License to host an Open House—McHenry Public Library;
C. Special Event Liquor License for annual Oktoberfest—St.Patrick Church,-
D. Block Party Request:
Paul Vogel,Mill Creek Subdivision,September 25,2010;
E. City Council Minutes:
August 30,2010 regularly scheduled meeting;
F. List of As-Needed checks:
BANKCARD SERVICES 259.00
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD O 102,553.44
BUTLER, JORDYN 100.00
COCO KEY WATER RESORT 361.45
FOP UNITS I/II 1,729.00
GREGORIO, RAMON 2,441.20
GUSTAFSEN, BRITTANY 100.00
HOME DEPOT/GECF 384.04
IUOE, LOCAL 150 1,958.25
KASZUBOWSKI, VANESSA 100.00
MCHENRY HIGHT SCHOOL - W 972.08
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 42.33
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 288.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,249.50
PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES 284.90
SAM'S CLUB 998.30
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 39.74
UNUM 1,554.57
GRAND TOTALS 115,415.80
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 8,600.05
PAGEANT FUND 1,272.08
WATER/SEWER FUND 290.03
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 104,994.64
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 259.00
TOTALS 115,415.80
G. List of Bills:
A-YARD CORP 64.00
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 1,955.45
ACE TOWING & RECOVERY 160.00
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 123.88
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 85.00
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO 93.80
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC 208.50
BANKCARD SERVICES 515.00
BLACKSTONE LANDSCAPE INC 16,418.00
BRENNAN, DAN 1,015.00 •�
BREWSTER, AMY 62.00
BROGAN, WILLIAM J 47.72
BUSS FORD SALES 653.21
CAREY ELECTRIC 5,740.00
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CARTRIDGE WORLD MCHENRY 219.98
CDW GOVERNMENT INC 677.30
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 417.48
CERTIFIED SERVICES INC 94.06
CHEMICAL PUMP SALES & SE 57.62
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 286.90
CLARIANT CORP 100.00
COMCAST CABLE 74.90
COMED 29,842.57
CONCRETE SOLUTIONS CORP 900.00
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY 25,477.28
COUGHLIN, KEVIN 88.00
COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE 10.00
CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 8,710.77
CUSTOM LANDSCAPING 440.00
DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI 109.00
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH 399.55
EAST JORDAN IRON WORKS 180.00
ED'S AUTOMOTIVE/JIM'S MU 138.00
ETTEN, CHRISTOPHER 76.23
FISCHER BROS FRESH 1,592.38
FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 1,266.20
G IMPRESSIONS INC 94.50
HBK WATER METER SERVICE 124.14
HOLMSTROM, ROBERT 110.89
HYDROTEX 282.37
INTRAVARTOLO, TODD 24.37
JENSEN, KIM 58.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC 690.06
KIESLER'S POLICE SUPPLY 7,955.40
KIRCHNER FIRE 835.75
KIWANIS CLUB OF MCHENRY 210.00
LANE, CASEY 1,500.00
LANGE, MICHAEL 69.93
LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS 183.00
LEACH ENTERPRISES INC 74.98
LEE AUTO MCHENRY 348.96
LEXISNEXIS 113.00
MARATHON TOWING 125.00
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF 6,800.00
MCAULIFF & SEMROW PC 1,578.50
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC 160.32
MCHENRY AREA YOUTH COMM 1,000.00
MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL 89.25
MCHENRY COUNTY CHIEFS OF 45.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 131.96
MCHENRY POWER EQUIPMENT 3.14
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 45.71
MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY I 875.85
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 512.27
MIHEVC, JENNY 138.00
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 36.50
MORRIE AND SONS INC 235.00
MYNARS, PAM 67.00
NAGY, JOLEE 70.00
NICOR GAS 296.96
O'HALLERAN, LAURIE 75.00
PATTEN INDUSTRIES INC 158.99
PETROLIANCE LLC 4,925.67
PETROW, STEPHANIE S 175.00
PETTIBONE & CO, P F 32.95
PITNEY BOWES INC 255.00
PORTER LEE CORPORATION 219.50
PRECISION SERVICE & PART 196.52
PRIME TACK & SEAL CO 960.30
REBARS & STEEL COMPANY 75.00
REICHE'S PLUMBING SEWER 115.00
REINDERS INC 197.51
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP 19.93
~' ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 50.63
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S-F ANALYTICAL LABORATOR 485.00
SCHWALENBERG, RYAN 250.00
SEC GROUP INC 4,043.39
SHAW SUBURBAN MEDIA 140.00
SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC 344.69
SPRING ALIGN OF PALATINE 924.55
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURC 206.70
STAPLES ADVANTAGE 688.85
STATE TREASURER IDOT 7,445.79
SURESOURCE 227.85
TRIEBOLD IMPLEMENT INC 131.08
ULTRA STROBE COMMUNICAIT 90.56
UNITROL / STINGER SPIKE 106.00
USA BLUEBOOK 250.09
VALLEY VIEW ACRES 425.00
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 8,531.48
VISIONAIR 6,610.00
WATER SOLUTIONS UNLIMITE 4,800.00
WATER WELL SOLUTIONS 13,250.70
WHOLESALE DIRECT INC 57.04
WILSON, DENISE 58.00
WITT, CINDY 25.60
ZAHN, DAN 315.00
GRAND TOTALS 180,049.96
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 103,174.51
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 2,897.89
WATER/SEWER FUND 71,155.45
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 19.93
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 1,596.18
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 1,206.00
TOTALS 180,049.96
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM A: REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR HOLIDAY LIGHTING
Alderman Peterson stated every year he disagrees with the proposed expenditure of
funds to provide holiday lighting in Veterans Memorial Park. He noted that particularly this year
some difficult financial decisions had to be made. He noted the holiday lighting is a nice touch
but it is unnecessary. He opined City Staff do a nice job decorating the City for the holidays
without outside assistance.
Alderman Condon expressed her appreciation for Alderman Peterson's concerns but
noted this item has already been included in the budget and she would still like to approve the
request for bids this evening. She stated Council could look at alternatives for holiday lighting
during next year's budget discussions.
Alderman Glab expressed his support for lights in the park. During this tough economy
the lighting adds a little boost to the City businesses and holiday shoppers.
Alderman Blake stated he enjoys Christmas but understands Alderman Peterson's
concerns.
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Alderman Wimmer inquired where the line item is included in this year's budget. City
Administrator Black responded the item is included in the General Fund expenditures; however,
$60,000 was transferred from the Tourism Fund to subsidize this type of program.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staff's recommendation to
authorize Staff to go out for bid the for 2010 holiday lighting program for Veterans Memorial
Park as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: Peterson.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PROPOSAL FOR BATH HOUSE ROOF REPLACEMENT AT RIVIERA MARINA SUBMITTED BY
HOGAN EXTERIORS IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,250
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated it has been brought to Staffs attention that
the Riviera Marina bath house roof is in need of replacement. To prevent further damage from
rotten and damaged wood, Staff is seeking council authorization to accept a proposal
submitted by Hogan Exteriors to repair the roof. The proposal is in the amount of$2,250.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to accept Staff's recommendation to accept a
proposal submitted by Hogan Exteriors in the amount not-to-exceed $2,250 for the repair of
the bath house room at Riviera Marina.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR STORM WATER COMPLAINTS GRADING AND LANDSCAPING
IN KRESSWOOD TRAILS SUBDIVISION AMONG PACINI GROUP KRESSWOOD TRAILS HOA AND
THE CITY OF MCHENRY
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a settlement agreement was drafted by City
Attorney McArdle for the Kresswood Subdivision storm water complaints, grading and
landscaping repairs. The agreement is among the Pacini Group, Kresswood Trails Home Owner's
Association (HOA) and the City of McHenry. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the
agreement outlines the terms whereby Pacini would pay a one-time cash settlement to the
Kresswood Trails HOA in the amount equal to approximately $160,000 or 110% of two bids
acquired to do specific storm water facility repair, grading and landscape work within the
subdivision. In addition the agreement stipulates that Pacini will pay the outstanding retained
personnel amount of $22,238.15. The remaining approximately $245,000 of the called Letters
of Credit would be returned to the Pacini Group. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated it is
-`,r Staff's recommendation to approve the agreement as presented.
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Alderman Condon expressed her gratitude to Deputy City Administrator Martin for all of
his efforts in bring this agreement to a successful conclusion. Her sentiments were echoed by
Council.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve
and authorize the Mayor's execution of a settlement agreement among Pacini Group,
Kresswood Trails HOA and the City of McHenry providing for the storm water facility repair,
grading and landscaping required in Kresswood Trails Subdivision in the amount of $160,000,
the payment to the City of McHenry of outstanding retained personnel fees regarding said
subdivision in the amount of $22,238, and reimbursement to Pacini Group in the amount of
$245,00 of its called Letters of Credit, as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 7 ARTICLE XVII SECTIONS 7-256-262
PROVIDING FOR ABATEMENT OF CHRONIC NUISANCE PROPERTIES
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the City's Police Department currently enforces
nuisance abatements pursuant to Chapter 14 Section 140-2 of the Municipal Code. Staff
believes this section, entitled Accountability for Conduct of Another, does not have the
necessary elements to effectively deal with nuisance properties. Deputy City Administrator
Martin stated City Attorney McArdle has drafted an ordinance which would amend Chapter 7 of
the Municipal Code, Article XVII, Substandard and Dangerous Buildings, and provide for
enforcement of nuisance abatement when specific offenses are identified at a single location
more than one time. It is Staff's opinion the proposed ordinance would implement
enforcement capabilities in consort with the current efforts of Crime Free Multi-Unit Housing
initiative currently underway.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Condon, to accept Staff's recommendation to pass an
ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 7 Section XVII, Substandard and Dangerous
Buildings, Section 7-256-7-262 as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Low thanked Assistant City Administrator Hobson, Police Chief Jones and Fire
District Chief Tony Huemann for the nice Patriot Day Ceremony on September 11th at Veterans
Memorial Park.
Mayor Low announced her intent to appoint Joyce Matuszewich to the City Landmark
Commission to fill the unexpired term of Ronald Glosson. Mayor Low requested motion from
the floor to approve the appointment.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Mayor's appointment of Joyce
Matuszewich to serve on the Landmark Commission with a term expiring April 30, 2012.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Chairman Alderman Peterson reported a Parks and Recreation Committee meeting was
held on September 8, 2010 and minutes would be forthcoming.
STAFF REPORTS
Assistant City Administrator Hobson announced the Kelly Miller Circus will be in
Petersen Park September 14-16th. On Sunday September 19th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. the
Chamber will host Country Meadows event and Wine Tasting Festival in Veterans Memorial
Park.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no Future Agenda Items discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to adjourn the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjour ed at 8:07 p.m.
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