HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 04/22/1998 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 22, 1998
The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor
Cuda at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, April 22, 1998 in the Council Chambers of the
Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab,
McClatchey, Murgatroyd. Alderman Baird arrived at 7:35 p.m. Absent: None. City
Staff in attendance were: City Administrator Lobaito, City Clerk Althoff, Chief of
Police Joyce, City Attorney McArdle, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel, Director
of Public Works Batt, Director of Community Development Napolitano. Absent: None.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
No one signed in to speak during the Ten Minutes of Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Bolger to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows:
1. Resolution Naming April 24, 1998 Arbor Day in City of McHenry;
2. Investigator Stipends in the amount of $375.00 each to Roger Pechous
and John Jones;
3 . Clothing Allowance Payments to Chief Joyce; Lt. Donahue; Lt. Wigman,
Sgt. Erkenswick; Sgt. Prazak; Sgt. Jenkins; Sgt. Wood; and Sgt.
Brogan;
4. Payment #1 to Custom Landscaping in the amount of $22,319.00 for
Playground Installation at Pebble Creek Park'
5. Monthly Budget Report;
6. Monthly Treasurer's Report;
7. List of Bills.
GENERAL FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
89325 ACORN NATURALISTS $ 34.85
89326 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC $ 12.69
89327 AMER ACADEMIC SUPPLIERS $ 495.63
89328 AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOC $ 45.00
89329 AMERITECH $ 1137.88
89330 ARROW ROAD CONST CO $ 172.50
89331 BADGER UNIFORMS $ 3621.60
89332 BATTERY NETWORK INC $ 50.40
89333 BAXTER & WOODMAN $ 18932.09
89334 BONCOSKY OIL COMPANY $ 5280.96
89335 L M BROWNSEY SUPPLY CO $ 23 .30
89336 BSN SPORTS $ 184.81
89337 BT OFFICE PRODUCTS INTL $ 78.88
89338 BUILDERS PLUMBING & $ 39.20
89339 BURGESS ANDERSON & TATE $ 702 .60
89340 KATHLEEN CANTERBURY $ 140.00
89341 CELLULAR ONE - CHICAGO $ 232.43
89342 CHICAGO TRANS-AXLE & $ 95.53
89343 COLOR OPTIC LITERATURE $ 283 .05
89344 COMARK GOVT EDUCATION INC $ 150.00
89345 COMED $ 9960.28
89346 COMED $ 758.59
89347 CONSERV FS $ 475.50
89348 CORPORATION FOR OPEN LAND $ 22241.20
89349 CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY $ 63.55
89350 ROBERT G DAWDY $ 10.00
89351 EBY-BROWN CO $ 311.08
89352 ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC $ 45.00
89353 FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC $ 181.50
89354 ARTHUR J GALLAGHER & CO $ 50.00
89355 WILLIAM J GITZKE D/B/A $ 695.95
89356 MARCI GERAGHTY $ 300.00
89357 HARM'S FARM $ 5.00
89358 BILL HOBSON $ 150.49
89359 IDEAL UNIFORM SERVICE $ 60.30
+- 89360 J & B BUSINESS SYSTEMS $ 57.90
89361 JEWEL FOOD STORES $ 15.92
89362 KAR PRODUCTS $ 118.21
89363 DOYLE KEARNS $ 54.60
89364 ADOLPH KIEFER & ASSOC $ 394.20
89365 KTD MANUFACTURING AND $ 58.66
89366 GARY LANG PONTIAC- $ 70.82
89367 LEACH ENTERPRISES INC $ 48.90
89368 LEISURE PURSUIT INC $ 297.00
89369 LEONARDI'S FOOD $ 342.05
89370 PATTIE LUNKENHEIMER $ 30.06
89371 MENARDS - CRYSTAL LAKE $ 22.68
89372 MICROFLEX $ 226.50
89373 MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH $ 73.54
89374 MCHENRY COUNTY SUPPLY INC $ 131.32
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89375 MCHENRY FAVORITE SPORT CT $ 1813 .50
89376 MCHENRY SPECIALTIES $ 115.00
89377 G NEIL COMPANIES $ 95.60
89378 NORTH EAST MULTI-REGIONAL $ 650.00
89379 NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL $ 243 .89
89380 PACE $ 6992.82
89381 REICHERT CHEVROLET $ 59.20
89382 R & N TRUCKING INC $ 150.00
89383 R & S DISTRIBUTORS INC $ 299.70
69384 RHONDA F LANG-RUSHING $ 186.00
89385 DON SCHATZ $ 150.00
89386 SEARS $ 80.93
89387 SMITH ENGINEERING CONSULT $ 1120.00
89388 SPORTIME $ 292 .30
89389 S & S ARTS & CRAFTS $ 1055.53
89390 STANS OFFICE MACHINES INC $ 220.34
89391 SUMMERS PORTABLE TOILETS $ 69.00
89392 THELEN SAND & GRAVEL INC $ 1670.99
89393 TRAFFIC CONTROL & $ 298.15
89394 TRAFFIC INSTITUTE $ 15.00
89395 SHELLY TROST $ 76.69
89396 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE $ 25.15
89397 WEARGUARD $ 38.93
89398 WOLF CAMERA & VIDEO $ 108.85
89399 ZARNOTH BRUSH WORKS INC $ 101.00
89400 SARA ZELEK $ 57.23
89401 ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH $ 312.00
89402 HEINZELMANN, MARY SUE $ 100.00
89403 JOLIET JUNIOR COLLEGE $ 329.00
89404 LAW ADVISORY GROUP INC $ 149.00
89405 MCCUTCHAN, SHARON $ 29.24
89406 ONG, JAMES $ 130.00
89407 SMITH PUBLISHERS, M LEE $ 97.00
89408 UNICORE SOFTWARE INC $ 79.90
89409 VOELZ, ERIC $ 125.00
Report Totals 86301.14
WATER SEWER FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
14331 BONCOSKY OIL COMPANY $ 811.96
14332 COMED $ 23106.04
14333 COMED $ 77.97
14334 CRYSTAL LAKE TIRE & $ 120.58
14335 GARRELTS PLUMBING $ 1348.58
14336 THE KJELL CORPORATION $ 2755.00
14337 MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY $ 179.57
14338 MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER $ 372.00
14339 MCHENRY COUNTY SUPPLY INC $ 61.21
14340 MICHAEL REID $ 50.76
14341 SAFETY KLEEN CORP $ 217.25
14342 M E SIMPSON COMPANY INC $ 1790.00
14343 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE $ 17.34
14344 U S FILTER LAKE BLUFF $ 2741.89
14345 U.S. FILTER/WATERPRO $ 1060.00
Report Totals 34710.15
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
Alderman Baird arrived at 7:35 p.m.
MEYER MATERIAL - ANNEXATION AND RE-ZONING
Allen Miller representing Meyer Material and Thomas Rausch, attorney for Meyer �.
Material Company, were in attendance.
Mayor Cuda stated the Public Hearing to consider Meyer Material Company's
Petition for Annexation, Zoning and Amendment to existing Annexation Agreements
was conducted during the April 15, 1998, regularly scheduled Council Meeting. At
the conclusion of the Public Hearing, Council directed Staff to revise the proposed
Annexation Agreement, as per the terms and conditions agreed upon regarding
maintenance, landscaping, and berm construction. These revisions have been
incorporated into the proposed Annexation Agreement and are highlighted for Council
review. The corresponding ordinances have also been prepared and are before Council
for final action. At Council's direction, Attorney McArdle enumerated the revisions.
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Some discussion followed regarding the correspondence received from Attorney
Perbohner on Tuesday, April 21 , 1998. Attorney Perbohner, representing Burr Ridge
Subdivision and Ridge Road property owners, requested Council reconsider the
removal of the berm upon cessation of mining.
In response to Alderman Glab's suggestion to delay the berm's removal until the
until the entire area's mining has been completed and full reclamation begins, Mr.
Miller cited financial constraints due to bond maintenance requirements prior to
reclamation. Alderman Baird addressed the Burr Ridge and Ridge Road property
�— owners in attendance, noting all these issues had been addressed and resolved during
the Public Hearing held last Wednesday, April 15, 1998. In response to Alderman
Murgatroyd's inquiry, City Administrator Lobaito opined in addition to the zoning
granted by Annexation Agreement, all fees, including Developer Donations, required
by the proposed Annexation Agreement, survive beyond the Annexation Agreement's
expiration date.
Mayor Cuda recognized Attorney Perbohner. Attorney Perbohner addressed
Council requesting the 130 foot setback requirement, the planting of evergreen trees,
specifically, and the berm's permanency, be incorporated into the proposed
Annexation Agreement prior to Council action. Council noted the 130 foot setback
requirement has been incorporated in the proposed Annexation Agreement. Additional
audience comment was permitted.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to pass and approve and Ordinance
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk's execution of an Annexation Agreement, an
amendment of previous Annexation Agreements, among the City of McHenry, the
Chicago Trust Company, successor trustee to Chicago Title and Trust Company as
trustee under the provisions of a Trust Agreement dated July 17, 1968 and known as
Trust No. 53278, and Meyer Material Company.
*�.. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Murgatroyd, Baird, Cuda.
Voting Nay: McClatchey.
Absent; None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to pass and approve an Ordinance
annexing approximately 117 acres of property, located on the south side of Illinois
State Route 120, immediately east of Ridge Road, in McHenry Township, McHenry
County, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Murgatroyd, Baird, Cuda.
Voting Nay: McClatchey.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to accept the unanimous recommendation
of the Zoning Board of Appeals and pass and approve an Ordinance, zoning
approximately 117 acres of property, located immediately south of Illinois State Route
120, and immediately east of Ridge Road, in McHenry Township, McHenry, Illinois,
to RS-1 Single Family Residential District with an A-M Agricultural-Mining Overlay
District, and to grant a Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of a commercial
sand and gravel business, including the extraction and transporting of sand, gravel,
and other earth materials, and for site reclamation.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: McClatchey.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to accept the unanimous recommendation
of the Zoning Board of Appeals and pass and approve an Ordinance granting a
Variance for an automatic additional ten-year extension to the initial ten-year term of
the Conditional Use Permit on the 409 acre Meyer Material Property, located
immediately south of Illinois State Route 120, and immediately east of Ridge Road in
McHenry Township, McHenry, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: McClatchey.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
SHAMROCK LANE/ROUTE 31 TRAFFIC SIGNAL
City Administrator Lobaito reported at the September 17, 1997 regularly
scheduled Council Meeting, Council approved an Engineering contract with Smith
Engineering, of McHenry, Illinois, to prepare a preliminary engineering design for the
installation of a traffic signal and lane improvements for the U.S. Route 31 and
Shamrock Lane intersection. The completed design was presented for Council review
and obtained Illinois Department of Transportation approval. As per Council direction,
Staff investigated all possible funding sources with no success. Illinois Department
of Transportation funding is unavailable as Shamrock Lane is considered a private
drive.
At Mayor Cuda's suggestion, an informational meeting with surrounding
property owners was held on Thursday, March 19, 1998, to discuss funding options.
Those property owners in attendance stated their willingness to participate in a Special
Assessment or Special Services Area. Informed of these circumstances, Council
directed Staff to meet with finance consultant, Harold Warren, of Warren and
Associates, to develop cost projections for the completion of this project. In
conjunction with this project, additional engineering services must be initiated, as
outlined by Smith Engineering, in their original proposal, including:
• Design Engineering;
• Bid Services;
• Construction Staking;
• Construction Observation.
The proposed cost of services is $61 ,788.81 . In response to Council inquiry,
Staff noted a portion of the $61 ,788.81 cost will, in all likelihood, be expensed in the
1999-2000 Fiscal Year.
Further discussion regarding the project's total cost and the possible public
benefit percentage attributable to the project occurred. Alderman Baird stated it was
his recollection that the project's total cost would be funded by the City. He
requested Council consider including the project's total cost in the 1998-1999 Budget.
In response to Council inquiry, City Administrator Lobaito noted less than $15,000
had been expended thus far for this project.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to authorize the Mayor's execution
of the Smith Engineering proposal for:
• Design Engineering; —
• Bid Services;
• Construction Staking;
• Construction Observation.
at a cost not-to-exceed $61 ,788.81 .
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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ANNUAL LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS
Mayor Cuda informed Council liquor establishments located within the corporate
limits of the City of McHenry must annually renew their license with the City of
McHenry by April 30th, at the end of each Fiscal Year. A list of proposed liquor
license renewals was distributed for Council review. City Administrator Lobaito noted
Business Managers and/or Owners who are new applicants for the 1998-1999 Fiscal
Year, were as per City Ordinance, required to obtain fingerprinting. Liquor License
approval for the following establishments should be subject to receipt of satisfactory
fingerprint results:
• Butler Food Services d/b/a Whale's Tail (new owners);
• Old Bridge Tavern (new manager);
�— • Apple South d/b/a Applebee's (new manager);
• Clark Refining & Marketing d/b/a Clark Oil #2057 (new manager);
• Liberty Club of McHenry, Inc. (new President).
Mayor Cuda also informed Council owners of those establishments exhibiting
a history of disturbances and numerous police reports as determined by Police chief
Joyce were required to meet with Mayor Cuda, acting in his capacity, as Liquor
Commissioner. These owners have been placed on notice and have been informed
their establishments will be subject to close police surveillance. The Manager of the
McHenry Villa, located at 3516 West Waukegan Road, has formally notified the City
of McHenry the Villa will not be seeking a Liquor License renewal. An ordinance
amending the number of Class G Liquor Licenses from five to four must also be
considered.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to approve the renewal of the
following Liquor Licenses as follows:
CLASS "A" - BEER & LIQUOR $1,400
A-1 McHenry Country Club (Clubhouse)
A-2 First Draft
A-3 Fox Hole Tap & Pizzeria
A-4 Ye Olde Corner Tap
A-5 Peking China Restaurant (to be called China Buffet)
A-6 The Gambler of McHenry
A-7 Don's Submarine Sandwich Factory
A-8 Whale's Tail*
A-9 Bimbo's Bar & Grill
A-10 Old Bridge Tavern*
A-11 Town Club
A-12 After the Fox
A-13 Main Street Saloon
A-14 China Light
A-15 Zubrzycki's Warsaw Inn
A-16 Village Squire of McHenry
A-17 Main Street Station
A-18 Tamara Royale Inn/Ramada Conference Center
A-19 Sloppy T's, Inc.
A-20 Haystacks Manor
A-21 Cat-Man-Do, Inc. d/b/a Ed's Pizza & Pub
A-22 K-Ron, Ltd. d/b/a Monaco's
A-23 R.V.V.J., Ltd. d/b/a Vickie's Place
A-24 DV8 d/b/a Diversions
A-25 Apple South, Inc. d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar*
CLASS "B" - PACKAGED BEER & WINE $700
B-1 McHenry Drugs, Inc.
B-2 Jewel Food Store
B-3 White Hen Pantry - 3808 W. Elm
B-4 Family Food Mart - 810 Front Street
B-5 Eagle Food Center #223
B-6 Clark Refining & Mktg. d/b/a Clark Oil #2057*
April 22, 1998 Page 6
CLASS "D" - BEER & LIQUOR (NON-PROFIT) $100
D-1 Liberty Club of McHenry*
D-2 McHenry American Legion Post #491
D-3 VFW Veterans Club, Inc.
CLASS "F" - PACKAGED BEER & LIQUOR $1,100
F-1 Sullivan Foods
F-2 Gold Standard Liquors
F-3 Osco Drug Store
F-4 Omni Super Store
F-5 Shell Oil Company, E & S Mini Mart
F-6 A.R. Schultz d/b/a Sunrise Grocery
F-7 Family Food Mart
CLASS "G" - BEER & LIQUOR - SERVICE BAR ONLY $700
G-1 Plum Garden Restaurant
G-2 Windhill Restaurant
G-3 Grumpy's Touch of Italy
G-4 Green Street Cafe
CLASS "H" - BEER & WINE ONLY $700
H-1 Pizza Hut
H-2 McHenry Country Club (Snack Shop)
subject to the receipt of satisfactory fingerprint results, and to pass and approve an
Ordinance, amending Chapter 4 of the Municipal Code, Section 4-6(2) decreasing the
number of Class G Liquor Licenses from five to four.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MOWING CONTRACT
Director of Public Works Batt reported as per Council direction, negotiations
with the current contract holder, Krohn Landscaping, for the next three years' mowing
services, were initiated. Mr. Krohn's contract proposal estimated cost for the next
three years is $99,210 per year, representing a 61 % cost increase. A small portion,
approximately 5% of the increase, is due to the addition of new properties including:
• Brookwood and Oakwood Rights-of-Way;
• Wheeler, Pebble Creek, and Green Street Parks.
In response to Council inquiry, Director Batt noted Mr. Krohn's unwillingness
to reduce the cost of his services any further. The 1998-1999 Budget reflects a
$71 ,000 figure for mowing expenses. Director Batt also noted the cost of Mr.
Krohn's services can be reduced slightly, if all November mowings were eliminated.
A lengthy discussion ensued.
Alderman Glab suggested the possibility of further cost reduction eliminating
from the contract City properties not accessible to the general public, i.e. rights-of-
ways and easements. He suggested Staff review these sites and, if appropriate,
initiate the vacation process. Alderman Glab suggested City Crews be considered to
provide mowing services. In response, Staff noted it was the decision of Council
several years ago to privatize the City's mowing, as the City Crews could not mow
City sites frequently enough. Alderman Baird suggested Council consider entering into
a contract with Krohn Landscaping for a period of one year, and create bid
specifications, initiating the bid process in the Fall of 1998 for the Spring/Summer/Fall
1999 and 2000 mowing seasons.
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Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to authorize the waiving of the bidding
process and to authorize the Mayor's execution of a one year contract with Krohn
Landscaping for mowing services at specified City sites in the per cut amounts as
presented by Director of Public Works Batt in an amount not-to-exceed $99,210.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: Baird.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council directed Staff to prepare bid specifications for mowing services to be
re-bid in the Fall of 1998. An analysis of unproductive sites, specifically City Rights-
- of-Way, vacated easements, shall be developed and presented for future Council
action.
AWARD OF BID - STREET LIGHTS, GREEN STREET REVITALIZATION PROJECT
Director of Public Works Batt reported bid specifications were created and
distributed for 21 street lights for the Green Street Revitalization Project. Seven bids
were submitted and opened on Tuesday, April 7, 1998. A spreadsheet of the
submitted bids was provided. Director Batt noted three different manufacturer light
types were bid. The lowest bidder meeting specifications is Englewood Electric of
Crystal Lake, Illinois, in an amount of $33,391 . Some discussion followed regarding
submitted bids not meeting specifications. Director Batt explained those bids which
did not meet specifications had not submitted a template, as specified in bold type,
with their bid packet. It was Staff's contention this template exclusion was a major
variation, eliminating bid consideration. John Lindquist of Century Electric requested
the opportunity to address Council. Mayor Cuda recognized Mr. Lindquist. Mr.
Lindquist addressed Council, stating his bid had been rejected due to the exclusion
of the template. He opined his bid met specifications, and noted a template had been
delivered to the City of McHenry the following morning. Some discussion followed.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to award the purchase of 21 street lights
for the Green Street Revitalization Project to the low bidder, Englewood Electric, of
Crystal Lake, Illinois, in an amount not-to-exceed $33,391 .
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab.
Voting Nay: McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Absent: None.
Motion failed.
Discussion continued regarding bid rejection and minor and major variations.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Glab, to reconsider the previous motion.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Glab, to award the purchase of 21 street
lights for the Green Street Revitalization Project to the low bidder, Englewood Electric,
of Crystal Lake, Illinois, in an amount not-to-exceed $33,391 .
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: McClatchey, Baird.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR - STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Cuda recognized Plan Commission Chairperson Vicki Sheppard in the
audience. He informed Council Ms. Sheppard had previously requested the
opportunity to address Council at this evening's regularly scheduled meeting. Ms.
Sheppard thanked Mayor Cuda for granting her request and addressed Council.
April 22, 1998 Page 8
Ms. Sheppard tendered her resignation citing the need to relocate outside the
City of McHenry's one and one-half mile planning jurisdiction. Ms. Sheppard stated
it was with distinct pride and pleasure she served the City of McHenry for eleven
years. She thanked the Mayor and Council for their consideration and support. A
written resignation was submitted for the record. Mayor Cuda, Council and Staff
wished Ms. Sheppard well and invited her to return to observe the Comprehensive
Plan Update process.
Referencing his Memo, Mayor Cuda requested Council approve his Annual
Appointments as follows: --�
City Staff
City Administrator John Lobaito (one year)
Chief of Police Patrick Joyce (one year)
Director of Public Works Fredric Batt (one year)
Director of Community Development Joseph Napolitano (one year)
Director of Parks & Recreation Peter Merkel (one year)
Corporate Attorney David McArdle (one year)
Traffic Court Attorney Patrick McAndrews (one year)
City Engineers Baxter and Woodman (one year)
Board/Commission Appointments:
ESDA Liaison William Stephens (one year)
Environmental Advisory Comn Tom McCarthy (two years)
Plan Commissioners Paul Nadeau (two years)
William Buhrman (two years)
Earl Osmon (two years)
Landmark Commissioners Nancy Fike (chair) (two years)
Robert Novak (two years)
Maria Arza (two years)
Henry Nell (two years)
Housing Advisory Committeeman David Gelwicks (two years)
Police Commissioner Marianna Wolfineyer (three years)
1998-1999 Standing_Committees of Council
Finance & Personnel: Murgatroyd (chair), McClatchey, Baird
Public Works: Bolger (Chair), Baird, Glab
Community Development: McClatchey (chair), Bolger, Murgatroyd
Parks & Recreation: Baird (chair), Murgatroyd, Glab
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to approve Mayor Cuda's Annual
Appointments as follows:
City Staff
City Administrator John Lobaito (one year)
Chief of Police Patrick Joyce (one year)
Director of Public Works Fredric Batt (one year)
Director of Community Development Joseph Napolitano (one year)
Director of Parks & Recreation Peter Merkel (one year)
Corporate Attorney David McArdle (one year)
Traffic Court Attorney Patrick McAndrews (one year)
City Engineers Baxter and Woodman (one year)
Board/Commission Appointments:
ESDA Liaison William Stephens (one year)
Environmental Advisory Comn Tom McCarthy (two years)
Plan Commissioners Paul Nadeau (two years)
William Buhrman (two years)
Earl Osmon (two years)
Landmark Commissioners Nancy Fike (chair) (two years)
Robert Novak (two years)
Maria Arza (two years)
Henry Nell (two years)
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Housing Advisory Committeeman David Gelwicks (two years)
Police Commissioner Marianna Wolfineyer (three years)
1998-1999 Standing Committees of Council
Finance & Personnel: Murgatroyd (chair), McClatchey, Baird
Public Works: Bolger (Chair), Baird, Glab
Community Development: McClatchey (chair), Bolger, Murgatroyd
Parks & Recreation: Baird (chair), Murgatroyd, Glab
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mayor Cuda reported a letter had been sent to Village of Johnsburg President
David Dominguez, regarding the status of the proposed Border Agreement and FPA
Amendment. He also noted the receipt of a letter from the Village of Ringwood
President Rick Mack requesting the initiation of discussions to formulate a Border
Agreement between the Village of Ringwood and the City of McHenry. Some
discussion followed. It was the consensus of Council to complete negotiations with
the Village of Johnsburg, before entering into discussions with the Village of
Ringwood. Staff was directed to inform Village of Ringwood President Mack of their
decision.
Mayor Cuda reminded Council of his intent to name two aldermen to the
Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee. He noted Alderman Glab had stated
his interest in serving on the Steering Committee, and requested participation by one
additional alderman.
STAFF REPORTS
Director of Community Development Napolitano informed Council the
Comprehensive Plan kick-off meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at
10:00 a.m.
Director of Public Works Batt reported the Anne Street Lift Station had entered
the final phase of construction. Director Batt also request Council direction as no bids
had been submitted for the Green Street Revitalization improvements at the April 7,
1998 bid opening. He reminded Council the Green Street Revitalization Committee
had hoped to have the improvements installed prior to the beginning of Fiesta Days,
July 10, 1998. To meet this deadline, Director Batt suggested Council consider
waiving bid requirements and permitting Staff negotiation of the work. A vote for bid
waiver requires a 2/3 majority of the City Council. Some discussion followed, in
response to Council's request for Staff speculation regarding the lack of bid
submittals. It was the consensus of Council to direct Staff to re-bid the Green Street
Revitalization Improvement Project in as timely a fashion as possible.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported the installation of playground
equipment at the North Oak and Pebble Creek Parks was 90% completed. The
Summer Brochure had been mailed, with registration beginning on Saturday, April 25,
1998. He also reminded Council of the Arbor Day ceremonies conducted in the
Council Chambers of the Municipal Building on Friday, April 24, 1998 at 3:00 p.m.
Everyone is invited to attend. The architectural firm of Sente and Rubel have
requested a meeting with the Parks and Recreation Committee to begin their Concept
Plan for a recreational facility. A Committee meeting has tentatively been scheduled
for May 21 , 1998.
Chief of Police informed Council he would be on vacation until May 13, 1998.
City Administrator Lobaito noted he had provided a Tax Levy Comparison for
Council information in the Friday Agenda Packet.
April 22, 1998 Page 10
City Clerk Althoff reminded Council and Staff of the McHenry Area Chamber of
Commerce Luncheon scheduled for Friday, April 24, 1998 at 11 :45 a.m. at the
McHenry Country Club. She also reported vehicle sticker applications would be mailed
on Thursday, April 30, 1998. Vehicle stickers go on sale May 1 , 1998.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Community Development Committee Chairperson Alderman McClatchey noted
the proposed Tobacco Ordinance would be placed on the regularly scheduled April 29, _
1998 Council Meeting Agenda. Any comments and/or suggested amendments should
be directed to City Administrator Lobaito or Community Development Director
Napolitano before Friday, April 24, 1998. Alderman Baird noted the proposed
Ordinance did not address community service options with regard to first time
offenders. City Administrator Lobaito explained additional investigation was being
conducted by City Attorney McArdle with regard to this issue. Full information will
be provided for Council consideration at the regularly scheduled April 29, 1998
Council Meeting.
Alderman Bolger requested Staff investigate complaints he received regarding
placement of mail boxes and delivery of mail service in the Boone Creek Subdivision.
Alderman Baird reminded Council he would be conducting the Mock City
Council Meeting with the Riverwood Fifth Grade Classes on May 15, 1998 in the
afternoon.
Finance Committee Chairperson Alderman Murgatroyd reminded Council of the
Finance Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 27, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
In response to Council inquiry, Staff noted the Petersen Property Annexation
would be presented to Council for consideration and action at the first regularly
scheduled Council meeting in June of 1998.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab to adjourn the meeting at 9:27 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
'Kell
CITY CIJERK MAYOR