HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 11/01/2000 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 1, 2000
A Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Cuda
at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, November 1, 2000 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey,
Murgatroyd. Absent: Baird. City Staff in attendance were: City Administrator Lobaito, City
Clerk Althoff, City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police Kostecki, Director Public Works Batt,
Director Parks and Recreation Merkel, Director Community Development Napolitano,
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner. Absent: None.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
No one signed in to speak during the Ten Minute Public Input Session.
PROCLAMATION: SNUG HUGS FOR KIDS DAYS IN MCHENRY
Mayor Cuda informed Council, as per the request of Merlin Muffler and Brake of
McHenry, a proclamation was developed and presented for formal Council action, in
support of a local clothing charity drive in the City of McHenry from November 1s' through
December 14, 2000.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Bolger, to pass a proclamation declaring
November 1st through December 141h as Snug Hugs for Kids Days in the City of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
At the request of Alderman Murgatroyd, Consent Agenda Item #18, Lakeland Park
Drainage Ditch Study, Phase II, was removed from the Consent Agenda for further
discussion.
In response to Alderman Glab's request, Consent Agenda Items #8, Engineering
Services Agreement for Leonard and Maple Avenue Sidewalks, and #9, Route
31/Shamrock Lane Traffic Signal Engineering Amendment No. 2, were removed from the
Consent Agenda for further discussion.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows, subject to the removal of Consent Agenda Items #8, Engineering Services
Agreement for Leonard and Maple Avenue Sidewalks, #9, Route 31/Shamrock Lane Traffic
Signal Engineering Amendment No. 2, and #18, Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch Study,
Phase II:
■ Approval: Award of Bid to Buss Ford for Public Works and Park and Recreation
Department pick-up trucks;
• Approval: Promotion to Wastewater Operator II, John Kuhl:
■ Approval: Employee Transfer to Water Department, William Regner;
■ Approval: Promotion to Assistant Water Superintendent, Mike Palmer;
■ Approval: Request to hire Police Department Crossing Guard for Riverwood School,
Laura A. Kwiatt;
■ Approval: Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 13, creating Stop Street,
Creekside Trail at Greenbrier Drive;
■ Approval: Lease Agreement with Tom and Trey Corporation, Commuter Train Station;
■ Approval: Lease Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company for Commuter Train
Station;
■ Approval: Award of quotation proposal Fall Tree Planting Program, Custom
Landscape, $2475;
• Approval: Ratification of Fiscal Year 2001-2002 NISRA Membership Dues;
• Approval: Request to Connect to Police Alarm Panel - 1101 Adams Drive, Culver's
Restaurant;
■ Approval: Resolution establishing 2001 City Council Meeting schedule;
■ Approval: Repayment Project Assessment Fund from Water/Sewer Fund interest
earnings;
■ Approval: Media Replacement - Water Plants 2 and 3;
• Approval: Final Payout Neumann Park Improvements - $3,656.78;
■ Approval: Copier Lease for Community Development and Public Works Administration
Departments;
■ Approval: Semi-Annual Payment Principal, Interest, Agent Fees - 1990 General
Obligation Bonds, $1,652,928.83;
• Approval: Payment Investigators Stipends;
■ Approval: City Council Minutes:
• October 4, 2000 regularly scheduled meeting;
• October 11, 2000 regularly scheduled meeting.
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Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT — LEONARD AND MAPLE AVENUE
SIDEWALKS
Alderman Glab explained the construction of a walkway from Maple to Leonard
Avenue was discussed at the Public Works Committee Meeting held just prior to this
evening's regularly scheduled Council Meeting. Public Works Committee Chairman
Alderman Bolger expressed concern with the overall cost of the proposed project,
suggesting it might cost in excess of $70,000. He suggested Council reconsider approving
the $11,000 engineering expense, if the overall cost of the project were prohibitive. Some
discussion followed.
Mayor Cuda recognized Scott Smith, of Smith Engineering Consultants, in the
audience. Staff and Smith Engineering representative Scott Smith stated the project's total
cost could not be determined until the proposed design and engineering work was
completed. Mr. Smith noted, as the walkway's proposed location is in close proximity to the
creek, engineering work must include analysis determining the need for a retaining wall, as
well investigation of flood plain and permitting requirements. Further discussion followed.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Smith Engineering representative
Scott Smith stated a project cost could be determined prior to final engineering. Alderman
Murgatroyd suggested Council authorize an expenditure of $5,140 for data collection,
easement documentation, and preliminary engineering, to determine a project cost for the
installation of a walkway from Maple to Leonard Avenue.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve and authorize the
expenditure of $5,140 to Smith Engineering for data collection, easement documentation
and preliminary engineering, to provide a project cost estimate for the installation of a
walkway from Maple to Leonard Avenue.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
Alderman Glab suggested the affected property owners be invited to attend the
Council Meeting when this project is again presented for consideration and formal action.
ROUTE 31/SHAMROCK LANE TRAFFIC SIGNAL AMENDMENT NO. 2 — SMITH
ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Staff reported Smith Engineering of McHenry, Illinois, is requesting an addition to
the City of McHenry's services agreement for the Route 31/Shamrock Lane Traffic Signal
Installation and Lane Improvements in the amount of $8,968.90. Smith Engineering cited
the following reasons for the amendment request:
■ Contractor scheduling problems;
■ Inclement weather;
■ Guard rail analysis;
■ Contract disputes resolution.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Staff stated the original traffic lane
improvement and signal installation contract with Illinois Department of Transportation did
not include provisions for recouping unanticipated expenditures.
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Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve Amendment No. 2 to the
Illinois Route 31/Shamrock Lane Traffic Signal Installation and Traffic Lane Improvements
Services Agreement in the amount of$8,968.90 to Smith Engineering of McHenry, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
LAKELAND PARK DRAINAGE DITCH STUDY, PHASE II
Alderman Murgatroyd requested this Consent Agenda Item be addressed
separately as approval of the Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch Study Engineering Services
Agreement would create an unbudgeted expenditure.
Mayor Cuda noted City Engineering firm Baxter and Woodman representative Carl
Moon in the audience. Mr. Moon and Staff explained the proposed Phase II Study will be
more comprehensive and will consider the drainage basin from the Fox River to the
upstream end of the basin, in addition to the installation of detention facilities at one or
more locations, including Parkland School. The original study was limited to that portion of
the Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch extending from the Orleans Drive culverts to Illinois
Route 120 on the southern branch, and to Ringwood Road on the northern branch.
Alderman Murgatroyd noted detention improvements within the Chesapeake Hills
Condominium Development along Ringwood Road and at the Meyer Material Gravel Pit
facility, did improve storm water management in the Lakeland Park Subdivision area.
Some discussion followed.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by McClatchey, to authorize the execution of the
Engineering Services Agreement with City Engineering firm Baxter and Woodman for the
Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch Study Phase II, and authorize the unbudgeted expenditure
of$33,000.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
PETERSEN HOMESTEAD ROOF RESTORATION
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported the kitchen addition of the
Petersen Farm Home located on the north side of McCullom Lake Road needs repair. Two
price quotes from Charles Copley Roofing Inc. of Crystal Lake, Illinois and Cost Roofing of
McHenry, Illinois were obtained. The low bidder was Cost Roofing of McHenry, Illinois, in
an amount of $5,322. Some discussion followed regarding the City's future use of this
building and property site. The use of red cedar shingles was required.
In response to Council inquiry, Director Merkel noted both the City's Historic
Landmark Commission and Building Commissioner have investigated the roofs current
condition and concur with Staffs recommendations for repair.
Mayor Cuda noted some discussion had occurred regarding the possibility of
utilizing the building as a future office and site for the Landmark Commission, in addition to
a museum featuring area history. Director Merkel noted the Parks and Recreation
Committee had briefly discussed utilizing the site as an educational example of an 1800's
working farm.
Council directed the Parks and Recreation Committee to consider future uses for
this property in addition to the Hickory Creek Farm Barn building.
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Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to approve the Petersen Farm Home Re-
roofing proposal from Cost Roofing of McHenry, Illinois, utilizing red cedar shingles, in an
amount not-to-exceed $5,322.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird. _
Motion carried.
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL: RUBLOFF TOWNE CENTER SUBDIVISION
Robert Brownson, Vice President of Rubloff Development Group, and his attorney,
Joseph Gottemoller Madsen, Sugden and Gottemoller of Crystal Lake, were in attendance.
Attorney Gottemoller stated Rubloff Development Group is seeking Final Plat approval for
the McHenry Towne Centre Subdivision. The Subdivision is located on the east side of
Route 31, just south of the FAP 420 right-of-way and consists of 28.4 acres. The property
is zoned C-5 Highway Commercial with a variance to permit a 0' setback between the
property lines of Lot 1 and Lot 2. The Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision Final Plat consists
of seven lots:
■ Lot 1 86,835 square foot Kohl's Department Store;
■ Lot 2 103,362 square foot multi-tenant shopping center, including Shoe
Carnival, Petco, Michael's, Office Max and Circuit City
establishments;
■ Lot 3 Storm water detention;
■ Lot 4 Public roadway to be located on the south end of the subdivision;
■ Lots 5-7 Future retail development.
The Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision includes access to State Route 31, requiring
Illinois Department of Transportation review and approval of the final plat as presented,
depicting road and intersection improvements. Rubloff Development Group is proposing —'
two signalized intersections on State Route 31 with a full five-lane cross-section.
Mr. Brownson also informed Council the Illinois Department of Transportation has
approved the Lot 4 public roadway entrance from Illinois State Route 31 to the Rubloff
Towne Centre Subdivision; however, the northern entrance is still under review. The
proposed public street on Lot 4 would permit access to future development of the 30-acre
property between the proposed Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision and the Oaks of
McHenry Phase II Subdivision. The Oaks of McHenry Subdivision Phase II includes three
street stubs into the 30-acre property —two from the south and one from the east.
The City of McHenry Plan Commission at its October 26, 2000 meeting
recommended approval of the Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision, subject to the following
conditions:
1. A title insurance policy is required covering the fair market value of the real estate
that is to be dedicated to the City of McHenry;
2. Written consent for the City to record the plat with the McHenry County Recorder of
Deeds is required from the surveyor who prepared the Final Plat;
3. A small-scale location map should be added to the plat;
4. Certificates should be added to the plat or revised to match the language provided
in the City's Subdivision Control Ordinance; —
5. Provide copies of all correspondence with the affected utility companies regarding
the proposed easements;
6. Provide copies of all correspondence with the Illinois Department of Transportation
regarding the proposed improvements and Final Plat;
7. The easement for the storm water detention area should be identified on Lot 1;
8. Easements and/or evidence of coordination and approval by the owner of the
Burger King parcel regarding the proposed modifications to their access are
required prior to Final Plat approval;
9. Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of storm water
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, and other
applicable provisions are required prior to Final Plat approval;
10. Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and Final Plat recommended
by the City Engineer;
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11. The Plan Commission does not object to moving Blake Boulevard 30' to the south
provided the additional land is secured from the Blake Family Trust; and that the
subject 30' wide strip of land be included in the Final Plat of Subdivision of Rubloff
Towne Centre.
In response to Council inquiry, Attorney Gottemoller stated the developers have
agreed to all of the conditions as required by the Plan Commission and the following five
Staff recommendations:
1) The Final Plat shall be recorded within six months of the date of approval;
2) All required approval from Illinois Department of Transportation shall be obtained
prior to final plat approval;
3) All required off-site easements for reconfiguration of the Burger King access shall
be recorded prior to final plat approval;
4) Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of stormwater
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, landscaping,
and other applicable provisions shall be recorded prior to final plat approval;
5) Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and final plat recommended
by the City Engineer.
Alderman Glab cited the importance of Condition #3 requiring all off-site easements
associated with the reconfiguration of the Burger King access be recorded prior to Final
Plat approval, noting the loss of the Burger King Illinois Route 31 access.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to acknowledge the recommendation of the
City of McHenry Plan Commission, and to approve the Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision
Final Plat, prepared by Gentile and Associates with a revision date of 10/9/00, subject to
the following conditions:
1. The Final Plat shall be recorded within six months of the date of approval;
2. All required approval from Illinois Department of Transportation shall be obtained prior
to final plat approval;
3. All required off-site easements for reconfiguration of the Burger King access shall be
recorded prior to final plat approval;
4. Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of stormwater
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, landscaping, and
other applicable provisions shall be recorded prior to final plat approval;
5. Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and final plat recommended by
the City Engineer.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL: MEIJERIHOME DEPOT SUBDIVISION
Rubloff Development Group Vice President Robert Brownson and his attorney
Joseph Gottemoller, Madsen, Sugden and Gottemoller of Crystal Lake, were in
attendance. Attorney Gottemoller addressed Council stating Rubloff Development Group
was seeking Council approval of their Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision Final Plat. The
Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision is located on the west side of Illinois State Route 31, just
south of the FAP 420 right-of-way and consists of 65.64 acres. The property is zoned C5
Highway Commercial with:
• a conditional use permit for an outdoor garden center at the proposed Home Depot;
■ conditional use permits to allow an automobile service station, a drive-through
pharmacy, and an outdoor garden center at the proposed Meijer Stores retail facility;
■ a variance to permit a 0' setback between the property lines of Lot 2 and Lot 3.
The Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision consists of nine lots and two Outlots:
■ Lot 1 191,424 square foot Meijer Store;
■ Lot 2 120,327 square foot Home Depot Store;
• Lot 3 77,500 square foot retail anchor;
■ Lots 4-8 Future retail entities;
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■ Lot 9 Meijer's automobile service station and convenient food
mart;
■ Lots 10-11 Future retail entities;
■ Outlots A, B and C Storm water detention sites.
Wetlands have been identified on Lots 2 and 4 and will be disturbed only as
required for proposed improvements, following all required permitting processes. As with
the Rubloff Towne Centre Subdivision, the Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision includes
access to Illinois State Route 31, requiring Illinois Department of Transportation review
and approval of the proposed road and intersection improvements. Rubloff Development
Group is proposing two signalized intersections on State Route 31 with a full five-lane
cross-section. Mr. Brownson informed Council the Illinois Department of Transportation
has approved the southern entrance from Illinois State Route 31 to the Meijer/Home Depot
Subdivision; however, the northern entrance is still under review.
In response to Council inquiry, Staff noted the applicants have addressed all
conditions required by the McHenry Plan Commission at its October 26, 2000 meeting:
1. The Plat should be clearly dated with all revision dates noted;
2. Provide a letter from the McHenry County Recorder of Deeds certifying that the
proposed subdivision name does not duplicate the name of any plat previously
recorded in the County;
3. Provide written consent from the surveyor who prepared the Final Plat for the City to
record the plat with the McHenry County Recorder of Deeds;
4. The Owner's Certificate and Surface Water Drainage Certificate should be added or
revised to match the language provided in the City's Subdivision Control Ordinance,
and reflected in the language used in the Notary's Certificates;
5. The same parties should sign all certificates requiring a signature by the property _
owner, following confirmation of the actual ownership;
6. The "Note" following the McHenry Plan Commission Certificate should be removed
from the Plat;
7. The City Council Certificate should be removed from the Plat;
8. A small-scale location map should be added to the Plat;
9. The Plat should show correctly all monuments erected, corners, and other points
established, noting all materials used for these points;
10. Provide copies of all correspondence with the affected utility companies regarding
the proposed easements;
11. Provide copies of all correspondence and permitting from Illinois Department of
Transportation regarding the proposed improvements and Final Plat;
12. The easement for the storm water detention area should be identified on Lot 1;
13. The Plat should be revised to clarify that the proposed "Private Road" is part of Lot
1, and the designation of"Private Road" should be removed;
14. An access easement for the remainder of the King Farm Property to access the
proposed "Private Road" extending to McCullom Lake Road is required prior to
Final Plat approval;
15. Provide copies of all correspondence and permitting from the Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers regarding the proposed
impacts to the existing wetlands;
16. The 30-foot public access easement along the east edge of the subdivision should _
be relocated to coincide with the proposed access aisles along the west side of the
Outlots;
17. The proposed Route 31 dedication along Lots 6-9 requires the preparation of a
separate plat, as provided by Illinois Department of Transportation;
18. The 25-foot setback line along Route 31 should be labeled to apply to buildings and
parking;
19. Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of storm water
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, and other
applicable provisions, is required prior to Final Plat approval;
20. The 30-foot sanitary sewer easement located at the southwest corner of Lot 12 is
required prior to Final Plat approval;
21. Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and Final Plat recommended
by the City Engineer.
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Staff is recommending Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision Final Plat approval subject
to the following seven conditions:
1. Final Plat shall be recorded within six months of the date of approval;
2. All required approval from Illinois Department of Transportation shall be obtained
prior to Final Plat approval;
3. All required wetlands permits shall be obtained prior to Final Plat approval;
4. Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of stormwater
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, landscaping,
and other applicable provisions, shall be recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
5. An access easement for the King Farm to access the proposed "Private Road" shall
be recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
6. The sanitary sewer easement located at the southwest corner of Lot 11 shall be
recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
7. Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and Final Plat recommended
by the City Engineer.
Some discussion followed regarding Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson of 2100 Spring
Creek Lane request for additional landscape screening, specifically trees along McCullom
Lake Road. Mr. Brownson stated Rubloff Development Group has offered to contribute up
to $10,000 towards the landscape screening design as presented by Mr. and Mrs.
Anderson. Mr. Brownson suggested the Olde Mill Ponds Homeowners Association incur
the expense for the balance of the landscape screening design's cost.
Mayor Cuda recognized Mr. Anderson in the audience. Mr. Anderson requested
Council consider authorizing a $5,000 contribution toward his landscape screening design.
Council discussion continued.
Alderman Bolger suggested a portion of Mr. Anderson's proposed landscape
screening design be included as part of the City's Arbor Day Program.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Staff clarified Rubloff Development
Group has agreed to provide the required landscape screening along McCullom Lake
Road directly across from the proposed Meijer/Home Depot Subdivision private road
entrance at McCullom Lake Road. The $10,000 offered Mr. Anderson is in addition to the
roadway screening.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Staff stated the required easement
language provisions for King Farm property regarding roadway access, will be included on
the Final Plat.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, acknowledging the unanimous
recommendation of the McHenry Plan Commission, to approve the Meijer/Home Depot
Subdivision Final Plat, prepared by Vanderstappen Surveying Inc, last revised 10/17/00,
subject to the following conditions:
1. Final Plat shall be recorded within six months of the date of approval;
2. All required approval from Illinois Department of Transportation shall be obtained prior
to Final Plat approval;
3. All required wetlands permits shall be obtained prior to Final Plat approval;
4. Covenants providing for the continued function and maintenance of stormwater
detention areas, access easements, utility service and connections, landscaping, and
other applicable provisions, shall be recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
5. An access easement for the King Farm to access the proposed "Private Road" shall be
recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
6. The sanitary sewer easement located at the southwest corner of Lot 11 shall be
recorded prior to Final Plat approval;
7. Compliance with all revisions to the engineering plans and Final Plat recommended by
the City Engineer
8. A $10,000 contribution for landscape screening along McCullom Lake Road near 2100
Spring Creek Lane.,
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Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
VACATION OF EASEMENT —BP/AMOCO, RINGWOOD ROAD AND ELM STREET
BP/Amoco representatives, Lisa Weinstein and Dale Gray, and their attorney Scott _
Saef, of the law firm, Sidney and Austin, were in attendance. Attorney Saef addressed
Council, stating BP/Amoco was requesting the vacation of two easements on their State
Route 120 and Ringwood Road property. Council had at its October 18, 2000 regularly
scheduled Council Meeting, agreed to the vacation of the easement located on Lot 2 in
light of the purchase contract between BP/Amoco and Elementary School District 15.
However, Council denied the vacation of the easement on Lot 1, citing the potential for
future need. BP/Amoco has subsequently informed both the City of McHenry and
Elementary School District 15 they will not conclude the sale of Lot 2 without the vacation
of the easement on Lot 1.
Staff reminded Council, BP/Amoco intends to redesign and refurbish the current
Amoco site, and will require additional properties, which necessitates the vacation of the
easement on Lot 1. Director of Public Works Batt noted no utilities are currently located in
either easement.
Mr. Saef addressed Council, offering to relocate the Lot 1 easement along Lot 1's
newly established property line. Some discussion followed. Mr. Saef, in response to
Council request, agreed to provide Staff with the new easement authorization, prior to the
City's vacation of Lot 1's existing easement.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to authorize the vacation of the Lot 1 _
easement, subject to the addition of language authorizing the easement on the Plat of
Vacation, and subject to the recording of the revised Plat of Vacation.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL — MCHENRY CORPORATE CENTER
RESUBDIVISION LOT 2, UNIT 5
McHenry Corporate Center representatives Kit Carstens, Scott Dixon and Alan
Miller were in attendance. Mr. Dixon addressed Council, stating the McHenry Corporate
Center is requesting a resubdivision of Lot 2 in Unit 5 of the McHenry Corporate Center to
permit the development of the 11.74-acre lot with a cul-de-sac and smaller lots, as
depicted on the Preliminary Plat prepared by Smith Engineering Consultants, Inc. with a
revision date of October 10, 2000.
The subject property is located on the west side of Ridgeview Drive, approximately
2,500 feet north of Prime Parkway, within the McHenry Corporate Center. Staff noted
easements or changes to the proposed sanitary or water systems, would be reviewed
during the engineering and final plat of the resubdivision. The proposed cul-de-sac meets —
current City of McHenry requirements for maximum length and turning radius.
The Final Plat is scheduled for consideration by the McHenry Plan Commission on
November 2, 2000, and will be brought back before Council for final approval at the
November 15, 2000 regularly scheduled Council Meeting.
The City Engineer has reviewed the Final Plat and engineering plans for the
resubdivision, noting no special concerns. Staff noted the Plan Commission unanimously
recommended approval of the preliminary plat with no conditions at its October 26, 2000
meeting.
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In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Staff noted the McHenry Corporate Center
was approved with sliver lots having a minimum 100' frontage; however, the business park
requires a minimum frontage width of 200', requiring a minimum of two lots for
development of property.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by McClatchey, to acknowledge the unanimous
recommendation of the McHenry Plan Commission, and to approve the McHenry
Corporate Center Resubdivision of Lot 2, Unit 5 Preliminary Plat, as prepared by Smith
Engineering Consultants, Inc. with a revision date of October 10, 2000.
-- Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
SENIOR BUS PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION
City Administrator Lobaito informed Council the City of McHenry has received a
$20,000 grant allocation through State Member Initiative Monies to develop a Senior
Services Transportation program. Alderman Glab has worked closely with Staff to develop
a viable program. The program will be made eligible to all McHenry residents of 55 years
of age or older. Seniors will be able to access travel vouchers through the City of McHenry
for free regional transportation PACE Services throughout McHenry County. Vouchers will
be printed internally and collated into booklet forms. Vouchers will be color coded per
quarter for expiration purposes, and the City of McHenry will only be charged based on the
number of redeemed vouchers received by regional transportation service provider, PACE.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Staff noted the number of available
vouchers will be limited to a $5,000 value per quarter.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to approve the $20,000 grant application
submission for a Senior Citizen's Transportation Voucher Program with regional
transportation service provider, PACE, as presented.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
APPROVAL FOR MEADOW LANE CULVERT MODIFICATIONS
Director of Public Works Batt reported the Public Works Committee had discussed
at its September 27, 2000 meeting Willow Street property owner Ron Samuelson's flooding
problem. At that time, the Committee recommended the following Meadow Lane
improvements and modifications:
■ Cutting of curb;
■ Lowering of sidewalk;
■ Milling of Meadow Lane to remove the existing asphalt crown.
The recommendation was made subject to obtaining a project cost estimate. A cost
estimate of $9,150 was obtained from Curran Contracting of Crystal lake, Illinois, to grind
1'/2 to 2" of asphalt off Meadow Lane and replace it with a flat asphalt surface.
Director Batt stated the grinding of the Meadow Lane crown, as well as the cutting
of curb and lowering of sidewalk in this area, will improve the stormwater backup flooding
in the area, and, specifically, Mr. Samuelson's property, by 6 inches. In response to
Council inquiry, Director Batt noted the grinding will not affect the street aesthetically;
however, vehicles utilizing the roadway will experience a minor dip.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Director Batt noted area stormwater will
flow along the Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch, culminating at Althoff Park. Alderman Bolger,
citing cost concerns, suggested Council postpone this alternative, until the Lakeland Park
Drainage Study Phase 11 is completed. Some discussion followed.
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Motion by Murgatroyd, to authorize the expenditure of $9,150 to Curran
Construction to grind 1 '/2 to 2" of asphalt off Meadow Lane, replacing it with a flat asphalt
surface.
Motion died for lack of a second.
In response to Council inquiry, Staff noted a pump will be purchased and installed
on Mr. Samuelson's property to pump creek overflow water back to the creek. In addition, a
check/backflow valve will be installed on Mr. Samuelson's property, prohibiting backflow
into his home.
It was the consensus of Council to postpone formal action on the Meadow Lane
Improvements and Modifications at this time, pending review of the effectiveness of the
pump and results of the Lakeland Park Drainage Ditch Study Phase II.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Cuda recognized local resident and businessman Mark Justen, of Justen
Funeral Homes, in the audience. Mayor Cuda informed Council Mr. Justen was requesting
Council approval for the use of the Municipal Building grounds on Saturday, November
11t", for a Veteran's Day Ceremony in conjunction with the Washington D.C. World War II
Monument Groundbreaking. Mayor Cuda noted the Federal Government is constructing a
World War II Monument on the Eclipse in Washington D.C. Mr. Justen is proposing a
local ceremony in recognition of this National honor. He noted a balloon release will be
conducted as part of the ceremony at noon. Mr. Justen distributed a resolution of support
for the ceremony for Council consideration and action.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to pass a resolution recognizing and
commending local funeral directors for their efforts in support of the construction and _
installation of the Washington D.C. World War II Monument, honoring all who participated
in this conflict in any manner on behalf of the Allied defeat of the Axis Powers; and to
approve the use of the McHenry Municipal Center grounds on Saturday, November 11,
2000 at noon, in conjunction with a Veteran's Day Ceremony and Washington D. C. World
War II Monument Groundbreaking.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Director of Community Development Napolitano reminded Council of the November
81r, Special Meeting to discuss the Crystal Lake Road Study. He noted Planning Resources
Principal Pete Pointner will be in attendance. He also reminded Council of the Joint
Special Meeting with the Zoning Board of Appeals and Plan Commission scheduled for
Monday, November 13t" at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Shamrock Farm proposed
development.
Director of Public Works Batt reported the East of the River 750,000 gallon elevated
water storage tank located in Adams Business Park will be on line at the end of November.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported the Park Ranger Program ended
Tuesday, October 31". The Parks and Recreation Department noted a reduction in
vandalism and positive comment from the community at large. All three Park Rangers have
agreed to return for the 2001 Spring-Summer-Fall Season. Director Merkel also suggested
prior to installing any trees along McCullom Lake Road, Staff confer with Parks
Department employee, City Forester and Parks Superintendent Tom Schmidt.
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Chief of Police Kostecki reported a fatal accident had occurred just outside the
City's corporate limits on Ringwood Road north of Illinois State Route 120. The City of
McHenry's Police Department will be contributing to the investigation of the accident. He
also noted the City of McHenry had experienced some Halloween-related vandalism.
City Administrator Lobaito reported a Capital Improvement Project Workshop had
been scheduled for the regularly scheduled November 15t' Council Meeting. Capital
Improvement Projects as well as the prioritizing of these projects will be considered. The
information will be provided Council in the Friday November 3`d Agenda Packet. City
Administrator Lobaito stated he anticipated a 2 — 2 '/ hour meeting with carryover
discussion to be scheduled for a later date.
City Clerk Althoff reported the City of McHenry had received additional
telecommunications infrastructure maintenance payments under protest.
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Glab, citing the recent City of Chicago incident regarding the inclusion of
the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of all Council Meetings, requested Council
consider passing an ordinance or establishing a policy requiring the City of McHenry
Council recite the Pledge of Allegiance at every Council Meeting. Some discussion
followed.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to establish a policy of reciting the
Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every regularly scheduled and Special Meeting of
the McHenry City Council.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to go into Executive Session at 9:05 p.m. to
discuss Property Acquisition and Potential Litigation.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
Council went into Executive Session at 9:05 p.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Murgatroyd, to go back into Open Session at 9:20
p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
Council went back into Open Session at 9:20 p.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by McClatchey, to authorize the termination of the
Riviera Marina Tenant Lease with Patrick Short, effective November 1, 2000, subject to the
following conditions:
■ Tenant shall pay to the landlord the sum of $1,000 upon execution of the
termination agreement;
■ Landlord shall retain the security deposit received pursuant to the terms of the
lease agreement, in consideration of the landlord's execution of the termination
agreement;
■ The lease agreement is hereby terminated and no longer in force and affect;
Landlord shall have immediate right to occupancy of the premises;
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■ Landlord and tenant release each other, together with their legal
representatives, of and from any and all liabilities, causes of action, suits, debts,
sums of money, etc. relative to any issues relating to the lease agreement.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting at 9:22 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Baird.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:22 p.m.
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