HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/29/2010 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 29, 2010
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled March 29, 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 Maxeiner, City Clerk Jones, City Attorney McArdle, Deputy City Administrator
Martin, Assistant City Administrator Hobson, Construction Neighborhood Services Director
Schwalenberg, Public Works Director Schmitt, Finance Director Black, Parks and Recreation
Director Merkel.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
There was no one in attendance who signed in to speak during the Ten Minute Public
Input Session.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Santi, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented:
A. Resolution authorizing the update and publication of the City Zoning Map;
B. Resolution for IDOT authorizing municipal work in State Rights-of-Way;
C. Request to post temporary advertising signs in rights-of-way and waive associated fees for McHenry Garden Club
annual Container Garden Extravaganza,April 29,2010;
D. City Council Minutes:
March 15,2010 regularly scheduled meeting;
E. List of Bills:
A W TOOL SALES INC 82.95
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 51.55
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 115.16
ADVANTAGE MECHANICAL INC 245.00
ALEXANDER EQUIPMENT COMP 68.40
AMERICAN RED CROSS OF GR 9.00
AMERICAN TRAFFIC SAFETY 140.50
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASS 255.00
ANDERSON, LORI 271.88
ANDREWS, MAUREEN J 195.00
AQUAPREP 5,544.00
AT&T 6,455.17
AT&T LONG DISTANCE 70.06
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC 203.00
AUTO TRUCK GROUP 87.77
BANK OF NEW YORK, THE 1,178.00
BARTA, RON 27.97
BERGGREN, LEE 3,313.50
BETSY ROSS OF LINCOLN AV 1,189.00
BIRK, JOHN 16.00
BUSS FORD SALES 1,372.57
CARNEY AND COMPANY INC 265.00
CDW GOVERNMENT INC 1,938.74
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 117.60
CHEMICAL PUMP SALES & SE 128.22
CHRISTIE, BRITTANY 704.00
COMCAST CABLE 75.78
COMED 137.07
COMMUNICATIONS REVOLVING 115.00
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY 42,985.48
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 299.81
�� CRUZ, MICHAEL 23.74
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CUNAT INC 267.08
D'S MARINE SERVICE INC 63.27
DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI 893.96
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 5.50
FAST EDDIES CAR WASH 149.05
FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD 69.70
FOREMAN & COMPANY, JOSEP 306.06
FUTURE LINK OF ILLINOIS 5,435.00
G IMPRESSIONS INC 387.50
GITZKE, WILLIAM J 158.90
GLICK, DEBORAH A 99.86
GOAL SPORTING GOODS INC 589.00
GROWER EQUIPMENT & SUPPL 132.35
HYDRAULIC SERVICES AND R 519.86
IIMC 90.00
ILLINOIS SECTION AWWA 15.00
J G UNIFORMS INC 671.71
JC LICHT/EPCO 214.72
JULIE INC 68.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC 4,302.81
KIMBALL MIDWEST 368.56
LANG AUTO GROUP, GARY 756.96
LOCKER'S FLOWERS 26.00
LORCH, NANCY 63.66
LUNKENHEIMER, JOHN 40.00
MARATHON TOWING 20.00
MARSH USA INC 280.00
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT 230.00
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 340.00
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 325.50
MCHENRY FAVORITE SPORT C 22.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 352.50
MCHENRY POWER EQUIPMENT 329.43
MCHENRY SCHOOLS TRANSPOR 397.07
MCHENRY SPECIALTIES 16.00
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 54.02
MENARDS - WOODSTOCK 73.98
MENNON RUBBER & SAFETY P 417.69
MERTZ, GARY 389.17
MIDWEST METER INC 451.64
MIDWEST OPERATING ENGINE 775.00
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 212.72
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC 1,281.15
NEXTEL 1,801.70
NICOR GAS 5,171.35
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER 45.00
NORTHERN KEY & LOCK INC 47.50
NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL SUP 84.23
O'HERRON CO INC, RAY 246.78
OTTOSEN BRITZ KELLY COOP 507.50
PACE 7,019.77
PADRO, PEDRO 300.29
PALMER, MIKE 99.51
PETROLIANCE LLC 10,492.45
PETTIBONE & CO, P F 1,182.83
PETTY, JAYNE 76.00
PITNEY BOWES INC 271.96
PLUTSHACK, HARLA 76.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 185.00
PRECISION SERVICE & PART 286.02
PRECISION SHARPENING 58.00
REGNER, WILLIAM J 176.20
REINDERS INC 324.93
RUSHING, RHONDA 225.00
RUZICKA, RUSSELL 490.00
RYDIN DECAL 4,056.80
SANTO SPORT STORE 2,383.50
SEC GROUP INC 23,554.53
SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC 893.40 r
STAPLES CREDIT PLAN 316.79
STENZEL, JOYCE 100.00
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SUNBURST SPORTSWEAR INC 172.64
SWIFT CO INC, JOHN S 3,256.00
TREASURER, STATE OF ILLI 29,190.94
TRITON ELECTRONICS INC 1,308.50
TRIZINSKI, MR MARTIN 50.00
UNCOMMON GROUNDS 30.00
UNITED LABORATORIES 310.97
USA BLUEBOOK 537.80
VERIZON WIRELESS 45.06
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 14,761.80
WALMART COMMUNITY 110.40
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P 10,355.67
WATER WELL SOLUTIONS 2,450.00
WOOD, ROLAND 960.00
ZAHN, DAN 362.00
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 15,518.07
GRAND TOTALS 229,257.19
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 73,105.17
DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND 1,178.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 30,968.92
WATER/SEWER FUND 88,003.23
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 22,934.78
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 775.00
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 397.60
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 9,200.03
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 2,694.46
TOTALS 229,257.19
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR HONORARY STREET SIGN DESIGNATION—HONORARY FRED MEYER WAY
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was submitted by the family of Fred
Meyer seeking Honorary Street Sign designation of the intersection of Pearl Street and
Riverside Drive. Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the Honorary Street Sign Program was
established in 2005. The program was designed to honor those who have made significant
contributions to the community through cultural, historical, or humanitarian acts. The City
Council has approved eight honorary street sign applications thus far.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the application submitted by the Meyer family
outlines Mr. Meyer's numerous contributions to the McHenry community including:
• He was instrumental in establishing youth sports programs in the City;
• He founded youth baseball in the City during the 1950's;
• He sought donations of time, money and equipment in order to establish the baseball
league;
• He was a member of Rotary;
• He served as Superintendent of Public Works for the City for 23 years.
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Deputy City Administrator Martin stated Staff has reviewed the application and
recommends designating the intersection of Pearl Street and Riverside Drive as Honorary Fred
Meyer Way.
Alderman Condon noted the designation of this honorary street follows the goals
established by the implementation of the program.
Alderman Santi concurred with Alderman Condon.
Alderman Schaefer stated Mr. Meyer's numerous contributions to the community
exemplify the program and verify his commitment to the City.
Alderman Wimmer stated he likes the proposed location for the sign.
Mayor Low concurred with everything that was stated. She noted her first job was a
lifeguard for the City and Fred was instrumental in making Fiesta Days so successful in the City.
Mayor Low stated she is looking forward to the dedication ceremony.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staffs recommendation to pass a
resolution providing for the designation of the corner of Pearl Street and Riverside Drive as
Honorary Fred Meyer Way.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY SIGN VARIANCE — FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE 3624
DIAMOND DRIVE
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was submitted by Firestone
Complete Auto Care to allow temporary advertising signs at its facility located at 3624 Diamond
Drive. The signs would advertise a grand opening event scheduled for April 16-April 18, 2010. In
order to alert the public to the event the applicant is seeking permission to post signs April 14-
21, 2010. The temporary sign variance request includes:
1. Celebrating one-year in business grand opening banner, 15.66 square feet in area;
2. Five flexible flags;
3. One 10' by 10' inflatable tire;
4. A 30' long Firestone semi-trailer;
5. A 30' high fire hawk inflatable;
6. A wind dancer.
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Deputy City Administrator Martin noted, due to the store location which is set back
quite a distance from Richmond Road, Staff supports the request in order to assist the business
in marketing their store.
Alderman Schaefer acknowledged the City needs to do everything possible to support
local businesses.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staff's recommendation to
approve a temporary sign variance as presented for Firestone Complete Auto Care for their
facility located at 3624 Diamond Drive.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FROM GARY LANG AUTO GROUP FOR EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY USE PERMIT
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated in December 2007 Council granted a temporary
use permit to allow Gary Lang Auto Group to place a temporary sales trailer on their property
for one year. The removal date for the trailer was subsequently extended to March 31, 2010. A
request was submitted by Gary Lang, President of Gary Lang Auto Group, seeking permission to
extend the use of the modular trailer for an additional year.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the trailer is used only for shelter for
employees and customers. All sales and business transactions occur in the existing sales facility
on the premises. Due to the economy, Mr. Lang has postponed building expansion which will
eventually replace the temporary modular facility on the property. Deputy City Administrator
Martin stated Staff has reviewed the request and supports the extension of the temporary use
permit to March 31, 2011.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Glab, to accept Staffs recommendation to approve
the extension of the temporary use permit to allow placement of a temporary sales trailer on
the Gary Lang Auto Center property as requested by Gary Lang, with a term expiring March 31,
2011.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
There was no Statement or Report from Mayor Low.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Maxeiner reported the Jaycees Annual Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled
for Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Petersen Park.
City Administrator Maxeiner also reported City hydrant flushing begins April 5, 2010,
spring brush pick-up begins on April 14, 2010, and the yard waste programs begin on April 5,
2010.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Alderman Glab reported his wife received a notification of a proposed health clinic to
take place at the Church of Holy Apostles. He noted this is a special event which would occur in
a residentially-zoned area. He opined it is distressing the company doing the testing is from
Texas.
Mayor Low assured Council she would look into the matter.
Alderman Peterson congratulated the Parks and Recreation Department on the
successful community garage sale event which occurred last Saturday, March 27, 2010. He
noted the event was well-attended.
Alderman Glab stated the garage sale was over-attended. More people than expected
attended the event which resulted in parking issues.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: REVIEW OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
Motion by Glab, seconded by Wimmer, to go into Executive Session to discuss Executive
Session Minutes at 7:45 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council went into Executive Session at 7:45 p.m.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Condon, to go back into Open Session at 7:49 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried. '
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Council went back into Open Session at 7:49 p.m.
OPEN SESSION: ACTION REGARDING MATTERS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson to
a.) pass a resolution authorizing the release of the following Executive Session Minutes:
September 28,2009 Executive Session Minutes Review and Approval
February 11,2008 Personnel
June 4,2007 Property Acquisition
b.) pass a resolution authorizing the destruction of the following tapes of Executive Session Meetings
as per State Statute:
3/31/08 5/5/08 8/11/08 9/29/08
3/31/08 6/30/08 8/25/08
4/21/08 8/4/08 9/15/08.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
MayV City Clerk