HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05/16/2011 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
MAY 16, 2011
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled May 16, 2011 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, Parks and Recreation Director Merkel, Chief of
Police Jones.
Mayor Low introduced Riverwood School student Cody Wortley, who won a "Day with
the Mayor" at a recent auction. Mayor Low stated she visited Cody's classroom last week and
invited him to participate in this evening's Council meeting as "Mayor for the Day". Cody
opened the Council meeting and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATION: CHARACTER COUNTS! RECOGNITION PROGRAM
CHARACTER COUNTS! Council liaison Alderman Condon, who is current president of the
local CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition, introduced Jessica Schaeffer, a high school student who
was recommended for a CHARACTER COUNTS! recognition award. Ms. Schaeffer's West
Campus teacher recommended the award because of Jessica's commitment to volunteering
and passion to help people in need. Ms. Schaeffer makes and sells jewelry and clothing and
r donates all proceeds to Compassion International, a child advocacy ministry. Alderman Condon
presented Ms. Schaeffer with a plaque commending her and acknowledging her efforts.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
There was no one who signed in to speak during the Ten Minutes of Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented:
A. Annual NIPLC Membership Assessment;
B. Temporary use permit for community garage sale,Church of Holy Apostles;
C. City Council Minutes:
May 2,2011 regularly scheduled meeting;
D. Picnic Permits;
E. List of As-Needed Checks:
BARTELS, RICHARD 286.81
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD O 120,975.95
CARTRIDGE WORLD MCHENRY 159.99
DIAZ, ANA SILVA 2,800.00
FOP UNITS I/II 1,824.00
IUOE, LOCAL 150 3,459.02
JOHNSON, JEFF & KIM 2,800.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 42.33
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 256.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,273.26
PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES 142.45
RICHEY, GLENN AND DIANA 2,800.00
SECRETARY OF STATE 120.00
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SHOEMAKER, SHAWNA 2,800.00 ~^
TAMMY BARKER 2,800.00
UNUM 1,666.95
WALMART COMMUNITY 16.94
GRAND TOTALS 144,223.70
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 8,672.86
MCHENRY AREA CHARACTER COUNTS 14,016.94
WATER/SEWER FUND 397.96
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 120,975.95
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 159.99
TOTALS 144,223.70
F. List of Bills:
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 2.431.36
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 3.36
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 177.13
ADVANCED AUTOMATION AND 6,970.85
ASSOCIATED BAG COMPANY 69.00
AT&T 66.38
BANKCARD PROCESSING CENT 815.35
BARRIER GROUP LLC, THE 7,500.00
BLACKSTONE LANDSCAPE INC 2,052.25
BUSS FORD SALES 799.52
CAREY ELECTRIC 1,381.00
CDW GOVERNMENT INC 1,282.90
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 284.20
CPA SOFTWARE INC 2,400.00
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 2,356.42
CHICAGO METROPOLITAN AGE 258.39
CINTAS CORPORATION #355 1,369.21 .�
COMCAST CABLE 74.90 e
COMED 31,028.07
COMMISSION ON ACCREDITAT 4,325.00
COOPERATIVE PLUS INC CLI 360.00
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 31.50
CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 40.00
D'ANGELO NATURAL SPRING 38.75
DICKMAN, ROB 74.89
DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI 1,108.25
DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO 16.42
DUFFY, DANIEL 80.60
DUNN, TAMMY 17.50
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH 532.50
ED'S AUTOMOTIVE/JIM'S MU 138.00
EJ EQUIPMENT 1,430.81
FOERSTER, JEFFERY S 31.35
FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 944.75
GMIS-IL 100.00
GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS 498.35
GOODMARK NURSERIES LLC 1,582.00
HACH COMPANY 285.05
HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON 70.00
HARM'S FARM 8.58
HERITAGE WOODS OF MCHENR 30.00
ILEAS 100.00
ILLINOIS DEPT OF NATURAL 15.00
ILLINOIS DIRECTOR OF 1,122.00
INNOVATIVE DATA SOLUTION 2_,504.50
IRISH PRAIRIE RECREATION 1,475.00
ITOA 50.00
JC LICHT/EPCO 223.96
JONES TRAVEL & TOUR 1,450.00
KDS TECH SERVICES INC 607.14 r�
KIMBALL MIDWEST 213.31
KTD INC 442.20 i
LEE AUTO MCHENRY 340.26
LIFEGUARD STORE INC, THE 1,066.39
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MAXIM CONSTRUCTION CORP 666,888.30
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF 6,800.00
' MCAULIFF & SEMROW PC 1,425.00
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT 800.00
~ MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 1,410.00
MCHENRY COUNTY EDC 900.00
MCHENRY COUNTY GLASS & M 734.94
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 321.50
MCHENRY POWER EQUIPMENT 99.36
METROPOLITAN INDUSTRIES 575.00
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA 2,134.00
MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTING 9.70
MUNICIPAL CLERKS OF LAKE 20.00
NAPA AUTO PARTS MPEC 1,729.94
NICOR GAS 618.22
NORTHERN ILLINOIS POLICE 4,635.00
OFFICEMAX INCORPORATED 145.00
OTTOSEN BRITZ KELLY COOP 166.50
PEPSI BEVERAGE COMPANY 368.52
PETROLIANCE LLC 22,247.41
PRECISION SERVICE & PART 947.13
PRECISION SHARPENING 49.00
PROSAFETY INC 522.00
RADICOM INC 6,761.62
REID AND ASSOCIATES INC, 420.00
REINDERS INC 524.25
RELIABLE SAND & GRAVEL 883.78
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP 16.69
ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 182.61
SECRETARY OF STATE/INDEX 10.00
SERVICEMASTER BY DIDIER 576.00
SIUE 15.00
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURC 270.30
STANS OFFICE TECHNOLOGIE 446.21
STAPLES ADVANTAGE 160.61
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STATE TREASURER IDOT 7,268.04
TAPCO 56.50
THINK INK INC 1,785.03
THIRD MILLENNIUM ASSOCIA 203.72
TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC 321.40
TYLER TECHNOLOGIES 9,018.45
ULTRA STROBE COMMUNICAIT 708.15
USA BLUEBOOK 858.89
VALENTINES REPAIR 45.08
VERIZON WIRELESS 1,679.25
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 4,571.00
VOLTAGE ONE INC 760.64
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P 6,889.25
WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA 604.39
WELCH BROS INC 86.00
GRAND TOTALS 840,343.73
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 109,069.73
WATER/SEWER FUND 33,290.30
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 673,859.15
MARINA OPERATIONS FUND 485.62
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 928.03
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 22,710.70
TOTALS 840,343.73
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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REQUEST FOR ANNUAL HAUNTED HAYRIDE IN OCTOBER 2011 BY WONDER LAKE WATER SKI
TEAM AS FOLLOWS:
1. USE OF PETERSEN PARK FOR THE EVENT;
2. POSTING TEMPORARY ADVERTISING SIGNS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY;
3. WAIVER OF ASSOCIATED FEES
Assistant Administrator Hobson stated the Wonder Lake Water Ski Team is once again
requesting permission to host their annual Haunted Hayride in Petersen Park during the month
of October. Specific dates of the event are October 15,21,22,28 and 29, 2011. Hayrides will run
from 7 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. plus a Kiddie Matinee on Saturday, October 22nd
Assistant Administrator Hobson noted the request includes permission to post
advertising signs in the public right-of-way and waiver of all associated fees for the event. He
noted Staff has reviewed the request and supports the request as presented.
Alderman Santi noted the Haunted Hayride is an excellent event for the community.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve
the request for the annual Haunted Hayride as requested by the Wonder Lake Water Ski Team
as follows:
1. Use of Petersen Park for the event to be scheduled on October 15,21,22,28 and 29,2011;
2. Placement of temporary advertising signs in the public right-of-way in the following locations: —�
a. 302 North Front Street;
b. Northwest corner of Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road;
c.Chapel Hill Road in Liberty Trails Subdivision;
d. Lincoln Road in Liberty Trails Subdivision;
e.Southwest corner of McCullom Lake Road and Riverside Drive;
f. Petersen Park Road and McCullom Lake Road;
g. R A Adams property on West Route 120;
h. Ridge Road, Deerwood Subdivision Lot 46;
3. Waiver of all fees associated with the event.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR HONORARY STREET SIGN —HONORARY PATTY VAVRIK WAY
Deputy Administrator Martin stated a request was submitted by Mary Tomlinson
requesting designation of an honorary street recognizing her mother, Patty Vavrik. Ms. Vavrik
has worked at McHenry State Bank, currently First Midwest Bank, for more than thirty years.
She is an active member of Kiwanis Club, was a member of the Committee at Large (CAL), has
assisted with Pioneer Center fundraising events, and has been very involved with the schools in
promoting responsible banking and savings. As Ms. Vavrik is retiring this month, her daughter
believes it would be fitting to have the intersection of Elm Street and Green Street (location of '
the main facility of First Midwest Bank in the community) designated Honorary Patty Vavrik
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Way. Staff has researched the matter and recommends passing a resolution establishing the
Honorary Patty Vavrik Way in the City as presented.
Alderman Condon stated she was pleased that the honor is going to someone who is
still so active in the community.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Peterson, to accept Staff's recommendation to pass a
resolution designating the northwest corner of the intersection of Elm Street and Green Street
as the Honorary Patty Vavrik Way in the City of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCES — MCDONALD'S
USA, 1904 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD
Deputy Administrator Martin stated McDonald's USA has purchased the property at the
northeast corner of the intersection of McCullom Lake Road and Richmond Road, 1904 North
Richmond Road, the location of the former LaSalle Bank. McDonald's intends to redevelop the
site with its new prototype building including dual drive-through lanes. Access to the site would
be internal from the McHenry Commons Shopping Center.
Deputy Administrator Martin noted the Planning and Zoning Commission considered the
request for conditional use permit to allow the construction and operation of a drive-through
facility as well as variances relating to the lot width, parking and landscaping requirements at its
meeting on April 14, 2011. The Commission unanimously recommended approval of the
request as submitted including the following conditions:
1. Conditional Use permit to allow a drive-in facility and building elevations in accordance with the site plan
and landscape plan submitted with the request;
2. Seven space variance from the off-street parking requirements designed in accordance with the site plan
submitted with the request;
3. Variance from the required lot width requirement to allow a 158' lot width adjacent to an arterial street;
4. Variance from landscaping requirements relating to parking screening strips and foundation base
landscaping, subject to the conveyance of an easement to the City to facilitate property maintenance and
ensure access to the retaining wall on the south property line as needed.
Alderman Schaefer inquired if the concerns of the McHenry Commons property owner
have resolved regarding potential overflow parking and maintenance of the shopping center
parking lot. Deputy Administrator Martin responded that is a private matter between the
property owner and the developer, however, Staff understands those issues have been
resolved.
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Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Condon, to accept the unanimous recommendation of ---�
the Planning and Zoning Commission, to pass an ordinance granting the following to
McDonald's USA for their property located at 1904 North Richmond Road:
1. Conditional Use permit to allow a drive-in facility and building elevations in accordance with the site plan
and landscape plan submitted with the request;
2. Seven space variance from the off-street parking requirements designed in accordance with the site plan
submitted with the request;
3. Variance from the required lot width requirement to allow a 158' lot width adjacent to an arterial street;
4. Variance from landscaping requirements relating to parking screening strips and foundation base
landscaping, subject to the conveyance of an easement to the City to facilitate property maintenance and
ensure access to the retaining wall on the south property line as needed.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR SIGN VARIANCES—MCDONALD'S USA, 1904 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD
Deputy Administrator Martin stated McDonald's is seeking the following sign variances:
Si na a Permitted by Ordinance McDonald's Requested Si na a _..�
68 square feet wall signage(two permitted) 166 square feet of wall signage (six proposed wall
signs)
32 square feet freestanding sign w/6' height 96.64 square foot freestanding sign w/17' height which
limitation and 7' setback includes an electronic reader board;w/5' setback
Menu board sign (32 square feet) w/8' height Two menu board signs (43 square feet each) w/5.30'
limitation one permitted in side/rear yard only) height each;not located in any required yard
Directional sign(5 square feet)w/3' height limitation Six directional signs(4.7 square feet each)-3.30' height
(one/entrance/exit location permitted)
Deputy Administrator Martin noted the sign variances are consistent with those sought
during the redevelopment of McDonald's Elm Street site last year. Staff concurs with the
requested signage for the following reasons:
1. The signage is consistent with that currently located on North Richmond Road;
2. The proposed site is located on a corner directly across the street from the 25'high Target sign;
3. The proposed sign is aesthetically pleasing.
In addition, a professional onsite sign placement evaluation conducted by McDonald's confirms
the proposed location of the freestanding sign provides optimum advertising for the restaurant.
It is therefore Staff's recommendation to approve the sign variances as presented.
Alderman Blake noted the proposed sign package looks good.
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Alderman Glab stated he likes the old, tall McDonald's pole sign, but is willing to support
the newer updated sign package.
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Motion by Blake, seconded by Santi, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve sign
variances requested by McDonald's USA for its restaurant to be located at 1904 North
Richmond Road as follows:
1. Six wall signs with a total cumulative area of 166 square feet;
2. One freestanding sign, 17 feet in height, 96.64 square feet in area, including an
electronic reader board,to be set back 5 feet from the property line;
3. Two menu board signs (43 square feet each), 5.30 feet in height, which shall not be
located within any required yard;
4. Six directional signs (4.7 square feet each) 3.30 feet in height.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE FISCAL YEAR 2011-2012 BUDGET
City Administrator Black noted on March 7, 2011 Staff originally introduced discussions
regarding the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Budget. Subsequently, the Finance and Personnel
Committee met on March 14th, March 28th, April 215Y, and May 9th to review Staff suggestions,
recommendations and requests. He noted the proposed spending totals $32,362,650 for all
funds and $17,389,064 for the General Fund compared to $34,418,887 and $15,852,896 for the
•—� prior year. The decrease in expenditures for all funds is due to the reduction of large one-time
improvements to City roads and sewer infrastructure which occurred last year. The proposed
increase in the General Fund expenses is due to the City's increased contribution to the Police
Pension and funding to establish a capital equipment fund.
City Administrator Black outlined the revenues and expenditures proposed for the
General Fund, noting there an increase of $1.536 million in revenues as well as an increase of
$1.53 million in expenditures. City Administrator Black outlined the highlights of the Capital
Equipment Fund, the Water and Sewer Fund and Capital Projects.
City Administrator Black noted following lengthy deliberations by the Finance and
Personnel Committee a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 is being proposed for
approval this evening. It is Staffs recommendation to approve the Fiscal Year 2011-2012
Budget as presented.
Alderman Schaefer stated a lot of discussion occurred at the committee level with the
results being a bare bones budget. He noted he is glad to see the establishment of the capital
equipment fund, so that the City can begin to replace some of its older equipment which has
not occurred for several years.
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Alderman Condon thanked Staff and the Finance and Personnel Committee on their
efforts in preparing the balanced budget.
Alderman Santi concurred with Alderman Schaefer.
In response to an inquiry by Alderman Glab, City Administrator Black stated MFT is
calculated on a per gallon basis.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Wimmer, to accept the recommendation of the
Finance and Personnel Committee to approve the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Budget as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mayor Low complimented City Administrator Black, Staff, the Finance and Personnel
Committee and employees on their diligence in bringing forth a balanced budget for Council
consideration and approval.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO PASS AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION
OF GREASE TRAP/INTERCEPTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PENALTIES
Director of Construction and Neighborhood Services Schwalenberg stated the
Community Development Committee at its March 15, 2011 meeting considered Staffs request
to establish a grease trap/interceptor ordinance. The committee unanimously recommended
that Council consider the adoption of an .ordinance providing for grease trap/interceptor
requirements and regulations and associated penalties and fines for violations. An ordinance
has been prepared for Council's consideration.
Alderman Condon noted the ordinance provides Staff the authority to regulate this
issue.
Alderman Glab stated it is an important issue and questioned whether the proposed
fines were adequate for the violation. Director Schwalenberg responded Staff also has the
authority to close the business for non-compliance in addition to imposing fines and penalties.
Motion. by Condon, seconded by Santi, to accept the recommendation of the
Community Development Committee to pass an ordinance providing for the regulation of
grease trap/interceptor requirements and associated penalties 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 reported the City's 175th birthday celebration was a great day for the
community. She noted much effort went into the preparation and carrying out of all the events
such as the aerial photograph of the community, birthday cake at the Municipal Center, the
High School Jazz Band Concert. She expressed her gratitude to all involved in making the
celebration so unique.
Mayor Low announced the band concert on May 19, 2011 would feature the Parkland
School Band at 7 p-.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Community Development Committee Chairman Alderman Condon announced the
committee would be meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 7 p.m. in the Aldermen's
Conference Ronm.
Parks and Recreation Committee Chairman Alderman Peterson reported the minutes of
the May 12, 2011 committee meeting would be forthcoming.
STAFF REPORTS
Assistant Administrator Hobson announced the regular City Band Concert series begins
on Thursday, June 2, 2011.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Alderman Blake noted there was a great insert in the Northwest Herald last Tuesday
recognizing the City's 175th birthday.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to adjourn the meeting at 8:13 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Thee meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.
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Mayor City Clerk