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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 04/30/1997 - City Council (2) REGULAR MEETING APRIL 30 1997 The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Cuda at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, April 30, 1997 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Bates, Locke, Lawson. Baird arrived at 8:17 P.M. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance were: City Clerk Althoff, Chief of Police Joyce, Director of Building and Zoning Lobaito, Director of Public Works Batt, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel. City Attorney McArdle arrived at 8:10 p.m. Absent: None. TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION Bob Anderson from Wonder Lake representing Concerned Taxpayers for .� Integrity in Government addressed Council explaining the need to abolish Township Government and requesting Council consider seceding from both McHenry and Nunda Township. Noting four other persons had signed in for the ten minute public input session, all addressing the repaving and opening of Beach Drive, Mayor Cuda requested these concerns be addressed during the regular discussion of the appropriate agenda item, Award of Bid for 1997 Street Program. CONSENT AGENDA Alderman Bates requested Item #2, Authorization of $1 ,800 additional expenditure per IDOT for Shamrock Lane/Route 31 Intersection, and Item #5, Award of Trophy Bid to Olympic Trophy of Chicago in the amount of $795.56, be withdrawn for further discussion. Council concurred. Motion by Bates, seconded by Bolger, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: 1) April 16,1997 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes; 3) Authorization to advertise for bids - Main Street Parking Lot; 4) Authorization for bids - Lakeland Park Drainage Project, Phase 2. w Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. In response to Alderman Bates' inquiry regarding the additional expenditure of $1 ,800 for further studies at the Shamrock Lane and Route 31 intersection, Director of Public Works Batt explained, although the Illinois Department of Transportation is requesting additional information and will not approve a traffic signal at this intersection without this information, the Illinois Department of Transportation also states that it is highly unlikely they will approve the traffic signal at this intersection even with the required additional information. Director Batt noted it is staff's recommendation as well as Smith Engineering's recommendation to spend the additional $1,800 to provide the information which the Illinois Department of Transportation has requested. It is the opinion of Smith Engineering representative Gary Rozwadowski that the information obtained from this additional study will in fact assist the City of McHenry in its attempt to obtain a traffic signal at the intersection of Route 31 and Shamrock Lane. Mayor Cuda noted without the additional study the Illinois Department of Transportation has denied the installation of this traffic signal. Some discussion followed. It was the consensus of Council to obtain more detailed information from Smith Engineering representative Gary Rozwadowski. Alderman Bates, noting the $27 difference between the apparent low bidder, Olympic Trophy of Chicago, Illinois, and Classic Award of McHenry, Illinois, for the Park and Recreation Department's Summer trophy bid, inquired if consideration could be given the local bidder. Mayor Cuda noted it was the legal opinion of City Attorneys Zukowski, Rogers, Flood and McArdle the bid must be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. April 30, 1997 Page 2 Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson, to award the Park and Recreation Department's summer trophy bid for the 1997 Summer Programs to the low bidder, Olympic Trophy of Chicago, Illinois in an amount of $795.56. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. ORDINANCES AUTHORIZING SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS Bond Consultant and Financial Advisor Harold Warren of Warren and Associates was in attendance. He provided Council with the results of the City of McHenry's bond sale for $3.6M Series 1997A General Obligation Bonds and $1 .6M Series 1997B General Obligation Bonds. He noted the bonds were rated by Moody's Investors Service at the highest and best classification, A-1 . The low bidder for both General Obligation Bond Series 1997A for $3.6M and Series 1997B for $1 .6M was Griffin, Kubik, Stephens, and Thompson, Inc., Dain Bosworth, Inc., and McHenry State Bank. The net interest cost was significantly lower than anticipated. Mr. Warren expressed his satisfaction with the bond sale results. He informed Council a formal motion must be made to accept the lowest bid for each of the bond series. Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson, to award the sale of $3.6 million of the City of McHenry's General Obligation Bonds, Series 1997A dated May 1 , 1997, for the purpose of defraying the cost of extending sanitary sewer service to City properties east of the Fox River, to the low bidder, Griffin, Kubik, Stephens and Thompson, Inc.; Dain Bosworth, Inc.; and McHenry State Bank at a net interest cost of 5.1081 %. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. -- Absent: Baird. Motion carried. Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson, to award the sale of $1 .6 million of the City of McHenry's General Obligation Bonds, Series 1997B, dated May 1 , 1997, for the purpose of defraying the cost of expanding and improving the South Wastewater Treatment Plant to the low bidder Griffin, Kubik, Stephens and Thompson, Inc; Dain Bosworth, Inc.; and McHenry State Bank at a net interest cost of 5.099%. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. Mr. Warren also noted the attached ordinances authorizing the sale and issuance of the $3.6M General Obligation Bond for the purpose of defraying the cost of extending sanitary sewer service east of the Fox River and the $1 .6M General Obligation Bonds for the purpose of expanding the South Wastewater Treatment Plant must be passed. - Motion by Lawson, seconded by Bolger to pass an Ordinance authorizing and providing for the issuance of $3.6M General Obligation Bonds, series 1997A for the purpose of defraying the cost of constructing sanitary sewers to serve the annexed area of the City of McHenry east of the Fox River; prescribing the details of said bonds; and providing for collection, segregation and application of certain sales tax receipts to pay said bonds. Voting Aye: Bolger, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: Locke. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. April 30, 1997 Page 3 Motion by Lawson, seconded by Bolger, to pass and Ordinance providing for the authorization and issuance of $1 .6M General Obligation Bonds, Series 1997B for the purpose of defraying the cost of expanding and improving the South Wastewater Treatment Plant; prescribing the details of said bonds; and providing for collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the combined waterworks and sewerage system of the City of McHenry to pay said bonds. Voting Aye: Bolger, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: Locke. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. Mr. Warren noted the closing date will be May 13, 1997 and the $5.2M will be received by the City of McHenry at that time. FINAL PLAT - LINCOLN HILL SUBDIVISION Director of Public Works Batt informed Council the Plan Commission had approved the December 3, 1996 revision of the Lincoln Hill Subdivision Final Plat at their January 2, 1997 meeting, subject to the installation of landscape materials on the berm to improve the quality of the natural fencing on the property. Director Batt also noted that roadway access for the adjacent property owner was discussed during the review of the Preliminary Plat at the initiation of adjacent property owner, Mr. Stanley Archacki. The McHenry City Council submitted a written request to the McHenry County Board regarding additional consideration of Mr. Archacki's request. The Final Plat does not provide for a roadway access for the adjacent property owner. Alderman Bates noted the Plan Commission's concerns regarding the installation of a silt fence and construction traffic. City Attorney McArdle arrived at 8:10 p.m. Director Batt also informed Council although developer and property owner, Mr. Raymond Wals, had paid all of the required Developer Donation Fees, he was requesting a reimbursement of those fees for one lot as a home already exists on Lot No. 4. It was noted all other taxing bodies, the Library District, the Fire District and both School Districts, have complied with Mr. Wals' request and waived the fees for one lot. Council past policy has been to acknowledge the action of the other taxing bodies and waive said fees. Motion by Lawson, seconded by Bolger, to accept the Plan Commission's unanimous recommendation and approve the December 3, 1996 version of the Lincoln Hill Subdivision Final Plat, subject to landscaping materials being installed on the berms to improve the quality of the natural fencing on the property. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson to acknowledge the action of the Fire District, Library District and School Districts and waive the Developer Donation Fees for one lot, Lot Number 4, of the Lincoln Hill Subdivision, citing the current existence of a house on said lot. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Baird. Motion carried. April 30, 1997 Page 4 AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE ON SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION EAST OF THE RIVER Director of Public Works Batt informed Council during the East of the River Sanitary Sewer Extension construction at Route 120 and Hillside, Contractor Joel Kennedy encountered soils containing obvious amounts of petroleum products. The contamination source is unknown. Director Batt reported to continue the sanitary sewer construction along the designed construction area is impossible. Exploratory work to determine the area and depth of the contaminated soils is required. The City's current service contract with City Engineers Baxter & Woodman does not include this type of work. Baxter & Woodman estimated an additional $15,000 will — be needed to explore possible solutions. The anticipated result of the soil exploration is to locate an alternate route for the sanitary sewer extension in order to provide sewer April 30, 1997 Page 4 service the affected properties: TO of Illinois, Rose Auto Sales, and Northwest Electrical Supply. Alderman Baird arrived at 8:17 a.m. Director Batt noted the possibility of failure in locating an alternative route. Future expenditures of between $35,000 - $40,000 may then be necessary. A lengthy discussion followed. In response to Alderman Locke's inquiry, Director Batt stated original soil borings did not detect the soil contamination in this area. He also noted the City was under no obligation to clean the site. An attempt to locate the origin and obtain monies from the responsible property owner could be considered; however, considerable expense could be incurred by the City with no definitive results. Motion by Bolger, seconded by Lawson, to authorize City Engineers Baxter & Woodman to proceed with additional soil exploration work in the vicinity of Route 120 and Hillside Lane in conjunction with the City of McHenry's sanitary sewer extension project in an amount not to exceed $15,000. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. 1997 TEST WELL DRILLING PROGRAM Director of Public Works Batt reminded Council the 1997-1998 proposed budget reflects $21 ,500 for a test well drilling program to begin further exploration for additional ground water sources. A service contract with City Engineers Baxter & Woodman provides for the preparation of bid solicitation and analysis, award recommendation, drilling observation, review of all boring logs and test pumpings, as well as feasibility recommendations for new well sites. Motion by Bates, seconded by Baird, to award a service contract to City Engineers Baxter & Woodman in an amount not to exceed $21 ,500 for a test well drilling program including document preparation, bid solicitation and analysis, award recommendation, drilling observation, review of all boring logs and test pumping, and feasibility recommendations of new well sites. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. -- Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIRS TO WELL NO. 6 Director of Public Works Batt reported Well No. 6 is not pumping to capacity. Well No. 6 last experienced a complete pump rehabilitation and treatment in 1988. Since then it has lost considerable capacity and should be reentered. The Layne- Western Proposal includes a chemical repair treatment and a pump rebuild as well as a phosphate injection if necessary, in amount not to exceed $16,732.00. Their proposal also assumes a temporary test pump is not installed and that city crews will install new wear rings and bearings in the present pump. Director Batt also noted that the Proposal is $732.00 in excess of the 1997-1998 proposed budget amount. April 30, 1997 Page 5 Motion by Lawson, seconded by Bolger, to award a service contract to Layne- Western Company of Aurora, Illinois in an amount not to exceed $16,732.00 for a chemical repair treatment and pump rebuild for Well Pump No. 6. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. It was noted that, although repairs to Well No. 6 will improve the City of McHenry's current water capacity, if the City of McHenry experiences a long dry spell, water banning may be a possibility. PROPOSAL FROM ASSOCIATED ROOFING AND WATERPROOFING FOR REPAIR/REPLACEMENT OF ROOF AT PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE Director of Public Works Batt reported costs to replace the Public Works Garage Roof were being investigated when extensive roof damage was experienced during the April 6, 1997 wind storm. Roof repair costs which would be reimbursed by the City's insurance carrier have been estimated in the range of $15,000. Roof replacement costs have been estimated at approximately $45,000. Some discussion followed regarding the advisability to repair or replace the roof. In response to Alderman Bates' inquiry, Director Batt noted the building whether used as a public works garage, as a park facility, or just for storage, would remain a needed desirable property. Batt also noted the roof had lasted well beyond its 10-year life expectancy. Director of Building & Zoning concurred with Director Batt's analysis and provided additional information regarding the life expectancy of a flat roof and the advisability of replacement rather than repair. Motion by Bolger, seconded by Lawson, to award the roof replacement contract to Associates Roofing and Waterproofing, Inc. of Wauconda, in an amount not to exceed $45,200, and to approve an additional expenditure, not to exceed $3,000 to replace if needed, failed metal decking. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. OAK AVENUE EXTENSION - CHANGE ORDERS #1 AND #2 Director of Public Works Batt reported two change orders were necessary with regard to the realignment project of Industrial/Oak Drive. Change Order #1 is required as top soil assumed to be available on site was incorrect and had to be imported at an additional cost of $4,500. Change Order #2 is due to the relocation of a catch basin due to conflicts with the sidewalk configuration. The relocation results in an additional cost of $900. Motion by Bolger, seconded by Lawson, to approve Change Order #1 to permit the importing of top soil at an additional cost of $4,500 and to approve Change Order #2 allowing for the relocation of a catch basin resulting in an additional cost of $900. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. AWARD OF BID FOR MISCELLANEOUS SEWERAGE SYSTEM REPAIRS Director of Public Works Batt reported bids for the Anne Street Lift Station Project, including the miscellaneous concrete repairs at both wastewater treatment plants and revisions to the return sludge system at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, were sought, obtained and opened at 10:00 a.m. on March 18, 1997. Car-Min Construction Company Inc. of Waukegan, Illinois, was the apparent low bidder in an amount of $294,500. Director Batt noted the low bid is approximately 5% over the project estimate and as this is a unit price contract, final costs may vary from the awarded amount. April 30, 1997 Page 6 Motion by Baird, seconded by Bolger, to award the Anne Street Lift Station Project, including the miscellaneous concrete repairs at both wastewater treatment plants and revisions to the return sludge system at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, to Car-Min Construction Company Inc. of Waukegan, Illinois in the amount of $294,500. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. AWARD OF BID FOR 1997 STREET PROGRAM Mayor Cuda noted several residents had signed in for the ten minutes of public input regarding the resurfacing of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue as part of the City of McHenry's 1997 Street Program. He also noted a letter had been received by staff this afternoon from Dan Waszak of 1012 Hollywood Blvd. stating his opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue. Mayor Cuda opened the floor for audience participation. Rick Harness of 3501 Beach Drive addressed Council stating his opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue citing safety concerns as well as the roads S-curve configuration. Stephanie Tilindis of 1002 Bonita addressed Council stating her opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue, citing safety issues, specifically children's access to the neighborhood park. Lynn Thomas of 1007 Bonita addressed Council stating her opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue, citing the road's dangerous S-curve configuration. She also requested Council consider the installation of stop signs at strategic locations if Beach Drive were in fact to be reopened from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue. Bob Stagg of 908 Bonita addressed Council informing them he was the property owner at the Beach and Bonita intersection where Beach Drive is currently closed. He informed Council it was his assumption that Beach Drive had been permanently closed by the City of McHenry when barricades had been installed to prohibit through traffic. He also informed Council this intersection is currently used as a pedestrian access to the park. Jeff Hodgenson, also of Beach Drive, stated his pleasure with the resurfacing of Beach Drive, but also expressed concerns with the opening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue. Alderman Baird explained plans for the resurfacing and reopening of Beach Drive were discussed in light of the Bull Valley Road Bypass project. He suggested that the Public Works Committee review the feasibility and placement of stop signs on Beach Drive. Debbie Harness of 3501 Beach Drive addressed Council stating her opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue, citing traffic safety issues and noting a problem with vehicular speeders already exists. Director of Public Works Batt suggested Beach Drive could be completely eliminated from the City's 1997 Street Program and another street substituted in its place. Council also discussed retaining Beach Drive as part of the 1997 City of McHenry Streets Program, however, listing it as the final selection. This work schedule would allow for additional time to consider the reopening and resurfacing of Beach Drive. It was the consensus of Council to retain Beach Drive as part of the City's 1997 Streets Program and to discuss the reopening and resurfacing of Beach Drive at a Public Works Committee meeting to be scheduled within the next few weeks. April 30, 1997 Page 7 Lindsey Hodgenson also addressed Council stating her opposition to the reopening of Beach Drive from Green Street to Hilltop Avenue, citing safety concerns and limited access to the local park. Director Batt then noted bids for the 1997 Street Maintenance Program were sought, obtained and opened on April 15, 1997. The apparent low bidder was Advance Paving of Fox Lake in the amount of $429,303.31 . Director Batt noted Advance Paving had omitted the required Addendum, however, City Attorney McArdle stated in a written opinion the omission of the Addendum was insignificant and the bid should be awarded to Advance Paving of Fox Lake. Alderman Locke initiated further discussion and suggested the 1997 Street Maintenance Program be awarded to the next lowest bidder, Skokie Valley Asphalt of Grayslake, Illinois as they had submitted a complete bid packet. Motion by Lawson, seconded by Bates, to award the 1997 Street Maintenance Program to the low bidder, Advance Paving of Fox Lake in an amount not to exceed $429,303.31 . Voting Aye: Bolger, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: Locke. Absent: None. Motion carried. Alderman Bolger scheduled a Public Works Committee Meeting for May 14, 1997, 6:30 p.m. in the Alderman's Conference Room. APPROVAL AND PASSAGE OF THE 1997-1998 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET City Clerk Althoff noted the proposed 1997-1998 City of McHenry Budget reflects approximately $26M in expenditures, up $10M from the 1996-1997 Budgeted Expenditures. It was noted most of the increase is due to the following projects: • South Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion • East of the River Sanitary Sewer Extension • Mass Barn Renovation • Broadening of the 1997-1998 Streets Program. All capital projects discussed and approved at the Finance Committee level have been included. It was also noted that the following funds: Road and Bridge, Vehicle License, Police Protection, and Parks and Recreation - have been consolidated into the General Fund. Motion by Lawson, seconded by Locke to approve the 1997-1998 Budget as presented, reflecting $25,890,000 in expenditures including the following personnel items: • A 3.5% raise for all non-contractual employees • A 4.0% raise for all Department Heads • A 2.7% cost of living raise for the two permanent part timers at the top of their salary matrix. • The creation of a new category, Clerk, at Grade 3, and the subsequent promotion of Junior Administrative Clerk Lynn Martensen to this Grade. • A $1,000 Special Recognition Award to Administrative Department's Accounts Payable Clerk for computer services. _ • Increase from $75/hour to $85/hour the Corporate Attorney fees for the City Attorney for a period of two years. • The return to the 5-step salary matrix for the three non-contractual non- exempt employees hired between June of 1992 and May of 1995, specifically, David Bartik, Carol Holian, and Kris Paprocki. • Approve Compensatory Time for non-contractual non-exempt employees up to a maximum of 24 hours for 16 hours of overtime to be used in the calendar year earned. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. April 30, 1997 Page 8 Alderman Bates expressed some concerns with regard to Capital Outlay Expenditures and Wage & Benefit Increases. COMMITTEE REPORTS There were no Committee Reports. STAFF REPORTS Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel noted summer registration for City residents had begun. Chief of Police Joyce reported he and Director Batt had met with Elementary School District 15's Superintendent William Dodds at Riverwood School to investigate the traffic and parking problem referenced at the last regularly scheduled Council meeting, April 23, 1997. It was the consensus of this group to install "No Parking" signs within 20 feet of the Winding Creek and Driftwood Trail intersection, continue vigilant enforcement, and to investigate the feasibility of utilizing the rear parking lot as a school bus drop-off zone. NEW BUSINESS Alderman Bolger informed Council he had received numerous comments regarding the stop sign recently installed at the John and Center Street intersection. He suggested the Public Works Committee review this installation as well as the recent installation of stop signs on Fairway, Skyway, Bretons, Lorient, Turnberry and Katie at Ronda Road. MAYOR - STATEMENT AND REPORTS Mayor Cuda informed Council the McHenry County Board had requested White Oak Ridge Developers Frank Gradishar and Scott Hunt amend their Final Plat reflecting the slight reconfiguration of their subdivision's access roadway. The roadway needed to be reconfigured in order to save numerous mature trees. The amended Final Plat -- requires the City of McHenry's Certificate and signature. Mayor Cuda reminded Council the City of McHenry undertook extreme measures to ensure the collection of Developer Donation Fees from these Developers. He suggested in light of this new development Council require through a new Agreement the elimination of language freezing for five years Developer Donation amounts. Some discussion followed. Motion by Bates, seconded by Bolger to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk's execution of the amended White Oak Ridge Subdivision Final Plat subject to the execution of an amended Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of McHenry and the County of McHenry, as well as the City of McHenry and the White Oak Ridge Developers, Frank Gradishar and Scott Hunt; eliminating the language freezing for 5 years current Developer Donation amounts; and reimbursement of retained personnel fees, as well as confirmation by the City of McHenry's Public Works Director that the roadway access reconfiguration is in fact only a few feet. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. -_ Motion carried. Mayor Cuda then noted this was the last regularly scheduled Council meeting for the Term of Office from May, 1993 through April 30, 1997. He noted Aldermen Terence Locke of Ward 2, Alderman Gregory Bates of Ward 3, and Alderman David Lawson of Ward 4, would no longer be serving in their Aldermanic capacity after this evening's meeting. Mayor Cuda presented plaques of commendation to each of the Aldermen citing their dedicated service and contributions. Each Alderman in turn thanked the community for their support. April 30, 1997 Page 9 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson, to adjourn the meeting. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:46 P.M. f �, MAYOR .6ITY CLERK%/,;