HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05/31/2000 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
MAY 31, 2000
A Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Cuda
at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, May 31, 2000 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey,
McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance were: City
Administrator Lgbaito, City Clerk Althoff, City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police Kostecki,
Director of Public Works Batt, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel, Director of
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.
CONSENT AGENDA
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At the request of Alderman Murgatroyd, Consent Agenda Items #5, Well #11
Installation of Pump and Associated Equipment Rejection of Bid, and #6, Exclusive
Scavenger License Contract with Waste Management North Approval, were removed from
the Consent Agenda.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Bolger, to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows, subject to the removal of Consent Agenda Item #5, Well #11 Installation of Pump
and Associated Equipment Rejection of Bid, and #6, Exclusive Scavenger License
Contract with Waste Management North Approval:
• Approve request for connection to Police Alarm Panel by Pickus Companies;
■ Approve ordinance adopting updated Building Codes;
■ Approve ordinance amending the Traffic Code;
■ Approve resolution providing for publication and notification of updated zoning
map;
■ Approve City Council Minutes:
■ May 8, 2000 Committee of the Whole Meeting
• May 17, 2000 regularly scheduled meeting.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA #5: WELL #11 INSTALLATION OF PUMP AND ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT REJECTION OF BID
Director of Public Works Batt reported bid specifications were developed and
sought for the installation of a pump and associated temporary electrical and chemical
feed equipment for water well #11. Bids were opened on Tuesday, May 23, 2000 with only
one bid submitted, Mosele and Associates of Ingleside, Illinois. Their bid was in the
amount of$92,104; whereas, City Engineering consultant Baxter and Woodman's estimate
for the project was $70,000. Staff is proposing Council reject the solitary bid. The Public
Works Department can act in the capacity of General Contractor, purchasing the pump,
and supervising its installation by a well sub-contractor such as Huemann and/or Snelton.
Additional work could be done utilizing local electrical and concrete contractors or Public
Works manpower. Director Batt noted the cost of the well pump will be underwritten by
Richard Adams as per his annexation agreement. The price of the pump is estimated at
$24,000. Some discussion followed.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Director Batt noted Staff anticipates
the overall project cost to be less than the bid submitted by Mosele and Associates.
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Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Glab, to reject the solitary bid for the
installation of a pump and associated temporary electrical and chemical feed equipment
for well #11 from Mosele and Associates of Ingleside, Illinois, in the amount of $92,104, to
waive the bid requirement, and to authorize Staff to supervise the purchase and
installation of a pump and associated temporary electrical and chemical feed equipment
for well #11.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird. _
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS #6: EXCLUSIVE SCAVENGER LICENSE CONTRACT WITH
WASTE MANAGEMENT NORTH
Director of Public Works Batt reported a three-year exclusive scavenger license
agreement with current City of McHenry waste hauler Waste Management North has been
negotiated. The exclusive license provides scavenger service by Waste Management
North to single-family residences, as well as multi-family residences that do not exceed
four units. The three-year exclusive scavenger license will be issued for a one-time fee of
$9,000. The annual charge to the City for operation of the yard waste site will be frozen at
$15,200 per year. The per bag cost of $1.60 and the yard waste sticker cost of $1.66 will
remain the same for the next year. Price increases will be adjusted with the Chicago Area
Consumer Price Index (CPI) and landfill-tipping fee charges. An annual increase or cap of
4% has been established. Curbside loose-leaf collection will remain an additional $.17/bag
charge for years one and two, and increase to $.18/bag in year three. The base charge for
toter service will be nine times the price for bags. The agreement also includes an option
for a minimum of one household hazardous waste drop-off program during the agreement's
duration. The cost of this program would be $20,000 for the first 500 vehicles, and $1,740
per 100 vehicles in excess of the original 500.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Bolger, to approve the issuance of an exclusive
scavenger license to Waste Management North for a period of three years from June 1,
2000 to May 31, 2003 as presented, and to authorize the Mayor's execution of said
agreement.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
In response to Alderman Glab's request it was noted the yard waste drop-off site will
be manned in an infrequent manner.
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY USEISIGNS AND WAIVER OF ALL PERMIT FEES AND
USE OF PETERSEN PARK FOR THE ANNUAL CARNIVAL— MCHENRY LIONS CLUB
McHenry Lions Club president Ery Staveteig was in attendance. Director of Parks
and Recreation Merkel reported the Annual McHenry Lions Club Carnival is scheduled for
June 7th through June 10"' at Petersen Park. The request for Petersen Park usage on June
7th through the 10th has been secured with the Parks and Recreation Department since last
summer. At this time, the Lions Club is seeking Council approval for the installation of
signs at the following locations:
■ Route 31 and McCullom Lake Road
■ Route 120 and Ringwood Road
■ Route 31 and Pearl Street
■ Route 120 on Bykowski Property
■ Route 31 and High Street.
The Lions Club is also requesting the waiving of all associated fees for the use of Petersen
Park and sign permit fees.
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Mr. Staveteig addressed Council noting the McHenry Lions Club has been in
existence for over 35 years, and each year supports programs which help individuals with
hearing and/or seeing impairments, as well as numerous local youth activities. This year
the club has earmarked 50% of the carnival's proceeds for the McHenry Zone Skatepark
Project.
Alderman Bolger complimented the Lions Club on its community service efforts.
Alderman Glab also requested the signs placed along City right-of-way be placed so as
not to obscure vehicular or pedestrian vision.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to approve the placement of signs at the
following locations:
■ Route 31 and McCullom Lake Road
■ Route 120 and Ringwood Road
■ Route 31 and Pearl Street
■ Route 120 on Bykowski Property
■ Route 31 and High Street.
and to waive all associated fees, including park rental fees and sign permit fees, for the
McHenry Lions Club in association with its Annual Carnival at Petersen Park on June 7t'
through June 10t'.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT— 1249 NORTH GREEN STREET, MICHAEL'S BISTRO
Petitioners Daniel and Barbara Susong were in attendance. Director of Community
Development Napolitano informed Council Daniel and Barbara Susong are owners and
operators of Michael's Bistro, currently located at 818 North Front Street. The Susongs
also have a Class H Liquor License in association with the Bistro's operation. The
Susongs are seeking to relocate to 1249 North Green Street to accommodate their
growing business. They are requesting a conditional use permit to continue the sale of
alcoholic beverages as a part of the restaurant's operation. In addition to the conditional
use permit request, the Susongs have applied to transfer their existing Class H Liquor
License. A Class H Liquor License permits the sale of beer and wine only. Staff noted the
Bistro does not include a bar. Consequently, liquor sales are conducted in conjunction with
meal service. The Zoning Board of Appeals at a Public Hearing held on May 15, 2000,
unanimously recommended approval of the granting of a conditional use permit to allow
the operation of a restaurant serving beer and wine, alcoholic beverages.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to accept the unanimous recommendation of
the Zoning Board of Appeals, and to pass an ordinance granting a conditional use permit
to allow the operation of a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages for Michael's Bistro,
located at 1249 North Green Street.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
LIQUOR LICENSE TRANSFER— MICHAEL'S BISTRO, 1249 NORTH GREEN STREET
As previously stated, the Susongs, owners and operators of Michael's Bistro, are
requesting the transfer of their current Class H Liquor License from the current location at
818 North Front Street to 1249 North Green Street. A Class H Liquor License permits the
retail sale of beer and wine only on the premises. However, all consumption must be in
conjunction with table service. No bar sales are permitted. The necessary paperwork has
been submitted and the required $250 transfer fee paid.
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Mayor Cuda as Liquor Commissioner, is recommending Council approve the
transfer of the Class H Liquor License for Michael's Bistro from 818 North Front Street to
1249 North Green Street.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to approve the transfer of a Class H Liquor
License from 818 North Front Street to 1249 North Green Street for Daniel and Barbara
Susong d/b/a Michael's Bistro.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
VARIANCE FROM SIGN REGULATIONS— BUSS FORD, 111 SOUTH ROUTE 31
Petitioner Steven Buss was in attendance. Director of Community Development
Napolitano informed Council Mr. Buss is requesting sign variances for his new auto
dealership under construction at 111 South Route 31. Mr. Buss must order signs
immediately to ensure delivery and installation prior to his scheduled opening late this
calendar year. Current City of McHenry sign regulations permit one free-standing sign not-
to-exceed 200 square feet in size and 15 feet in height, two wall signs with a total square
footage of 408 square feet, and one directional sign at each entrance not-to-exceed five
square feet and 2.5 feet in height. Mr. Buss is requesting seven total wall signs with the
following size and square footage dimensions:
■ "Buss Ford" Wall sign 3' X 18' 54 square feet
■ "Ford" oval Wall sign 4' X 10' 40 square feet
■ "Service" Wall sign 3' X 10' 30 square feet
■ "Quick Lane" Wall sign 2.5' X 19' 52 square feet
■ "Service" band Wall sign 1' X 55' 55 square feet
■ "Buss Ford" Wall sign 3' X 18' 54 square feet
■ "Vehicle Delivery" Wall sign 1.5' X 21' 32 square feet.
Total Wall sign area 317 square feet
Mr. Buss is also requesting three freestanding signs:
■ "Ford" 36'4" ht 19.5' X 8.2' 155 square feet
■ "Quick Lane" 20' ht 6' X 20' 120 square feet
■ Directional sign 5' ht 4' X 3.33' 13.3 square feet
Total freestanding sign area 288.3 square feet
Director Napolitano also informed Council Ford will be changing the design of their
freestanding sign from a rectangle to an oval. Initially, the rectangular sign will be installed,
but will be replaced by the oval design once it becomes available. The oval design is
smaller in square footage than the rectangular sign.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to grant Buss Ford a sign variance to permit
the installation of the following signs:
■ "Buss Ford" Wall sign 3' X 18' 54 square feet
■ "Ford" oval Wall sign 4' X 10' 40 square feet
■ "Service" Wall sign 3' X 10' 30 square feet
■ "Quick Lane" Wall sign 2.5' X 19' 52 square feet
■ "Service" band Wall sign 1' X 55' 55 square feet
■ "Buss Ford" Wall sign 3' X 18' 54 square feet
■ "Vehicle Delivery" Wall sign 1.5' X 21' 32 square feet.
Total Wall sign area 317 square feet
■ "Ford" 36'4" ht 19.5' X 8.2' 155 square feet
■ "Quick Lane" 20' ht 6' X 20' 120 square feet
■ Directional sign 5' ht 4' X 3.33' 13.3 square feet
Total freestanding sign area 288.3 square feet
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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PRESENTATION BY MCHENRY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION —
RIVERWALK PROJECT
McHenry Economic Development Commission (EDC) Riverwalk Sub-Committee
Chairman Kit Carstens was in attendance, as was Planning Sub-Committee Chairman
Scott Smith and several Riverwalk Committee members. As previously stated, Mr.
Carstens was in attendance to provide Council with a status update report on the
Riverwalk Project. A copy of the proposed concept plan was distributed to Mayor Cuda,
Council, City Staff and affected property owners for comment and review. Overall support
had been obtained from the affected property owners with the following three concerns
noted:
■ Safety;
■ Public Access along the river;
■ Liability concerns.
Planning Sub-Committee Chairman Scott Smith has made presentations to the
Army Corps of Engineers, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and the Fox
Waterway Agency, obtaining positive comment and pledges of support.
The next step would be to hire a professional planner to ascertain the scope of the
project, develop a plan and design standards. The plan could then be utilized for grant
submittals. The Riverwalk Committee is requesting Council's permission to issue a
Request for Proposals for design of the Riverwalk. In addition, the Committee is requesting
Council appropriate $40,000 for preliminary Riverwalk design and grant application costs.
In response to Alderman Baird's inquiry, Chairman Carstens stated additional slips
would be sought with the waterway agency's concurrence and assistance. The dredging of
Boone Creek will not be addressed immediately, but will require attention sometime in the
near future.
In response to Alderman Bolger's inquiry regarding the $40,000 figure, Chairman
Carstens stated it was the Committee's intent to obtain a firm number; however, Council
approval of the 2000-2001 Appropriation Ordinance by July 16t has made this option
impractical. Chairman Carstens noted the $40,000 might not be used in its entirety. Efforts
will be made to reimburse the City through grant monies. Efforts will also be made to work
with area property owners and developers to incorporate Riverwalk standards and design.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Chairman Carstens noted the
Committee was requesting an additional $40,000 above and beyond the original $10,000
pledged by Council at the December 1,1999 regularly scheduled Council Meeting. It is the
intent of the Committee to obtain proposals, select a planner, develop a plan, and make a
presentation before Council before November 2000.
City Administrator Lobaito informed Council if the Committee's monetary request
were approved, the Committee would be required to proceed under the City's standards
and procedure for Requests for Proposals. In addition, he and one other City Staff member
would be involved in the selection process of the planner.
Riverwalk Committee member John Smith addressed Council noting additional
funds may be sought at a future date, as the Riverwalk was a dynamic project, and would
be subject to the review and approval of numerous other governmental agencies.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry regarding the development of the Robert's
Property in conjunction with the Riverwalk Project, Chairman Carstens stated at this time
only the property located on the east side of the Fox River across from Riverside Drive
was anticipated for future Riverwalk inclusion. It is also the intent of the Committee to
incorporate the bike path into the Riverwalk development.
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VARIANCE AND CONDITIONAL USE — 2102 WEST ROUTE 120, THORNTON OIL
CORPORATION
Tim Ryan of Thornton Oil Corporation was in attendance. Director of Community
Development Napolitano informed Council Thornton Oil was requesting a variance and
conditional use permit to allow the construction and operation of an automobile service
station within 600' of an existing service station. The proposed site, approximately one-
acre in size, is located at the northwest corner of Route 120 and Chapel Hill Road behind
the Riverside Chocolate Factory. The site is currently part of a nine-acre property owned
by Ron Bykowski and zoned C-5 Highway Commercial. The proposed Thornton site will be
subdivided from the larger parcel to facilitate the development of the remainder of the
property. Thornton Oil Corporation is proposing the construction of a new 3,600 square
foot gas station and convenience store with ten fuel pumps and a canopy.
In response to Alderman McClatchey's inquiry, Mr. Ryan stated the fuel pumps and
parking areas would be partially screened by the proposed Thornton building. The Zoning
Board of Appeals at a Public Hearing held May 1, 2000 unanimously recommended
Council approve the Petitioner's request for a conditional use to permit the construction
and operation of an automobile service station and a variance to permit the operation of an
automobile service station within 600' of an existing service station, subject to the following
condition:
■ The southern-most access to the Route 120 access drive be designated as a
right-in right-out entrance and shall be improved with island curbing.
Director Napolitano reported the applicant, following the Zoning Board of Appeals
Public Hearing, revised the site plan to address the concerns and conditions
recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The following revisions have been made to
the site plan:
■ The southern-most entrance from the gas station to the Route 120 access drive
was redesigned as a right-in right-out;
■ The Chapel Hill Road access drive was relocated to the north to provide greater
separation from the intersection of Route 120 and Chapel Hill Road and to allow
for shared use when the surrounding property is developed. The relocation has
been reviewed and approved by McHenry County Highway Department;
■ The required 10' sideyard setback is provided from the northern-most property
line;
■ Underground fuel storage tanks were relocated to the west to provide the
required separation from the well located on the Riverside Chocolate Factory
property.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Staff clarified the proposed
landscaping is depicted in its entirety on the site plan. A lengthy discussion followed
regarding Staffs recommendation regarding an internal connection between Thornton's
proposed site and the Riverside Chocolate Factory.
Alderman Glab expressed concern regarding the affect of the proposed automobile
service station on the existing Riverside Chocolate Factory. He also recommended the
Riverside Chocolate Factory building be preserved. Alderman Glab opined the Route 120
and Chapel Hill Road intersection should be designed as a complete unit.
In response to Council inquiry, Staff noted the Riverside Chocolate Factory parking
lot must be improved to ensure that a parking burden would not be placed on the Thornton
Automobile Service Station property. In addition, the existing driveways onto Route 120
and Chapel Hill Road from Riverside Chocolate Factory would be eliminated.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by McClatchey, to acknowledge the unanimous
recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and grant a conditional use permit to
Thornton Oil Corporation, to allow the construction and operation of an automobile service
station on the northwest corner of the intersection of Route 120 and Chapel Hill Road, and
to grant a variance to permit the operation of an automobile service station within 600' of
an existing automobile service station.
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Further discussion followed.
Alderman Murgatroyd noted, as the property was already zoned C-5 Highway
Commercial, other approved uses could be developed on the site without further Council
approval.
In response to Alderman Baird's inquiry, Mr. Ryan stated the proposed development
would include the installation of sidewalks. Further discussion followed regarding the
development of an internal access between Thornton's proposed automobile service
station and the existing Riverside Chocolate Factory. Mr. Ryan cited the followed two
-- concerns regarding the proposed internal access between the Riverside Chocolate
Factory and Thornton's automobile service station:
■ The development of restrictive covenants and joint maintenance requirements;
■ The development of a joint access agreement and/or joint easement.
Mr. Ryan also noted Thornton Oil Corporation is leasing the property from Mr. Bykowski
and no plans exist to purchase the site.
In response to Council inquiry, Staff noted engineering has been completed and
submitted.
Rob Hunter, owner and operator of the Riverside Chocolate Factory, addressed
Council. He expressed safety concerns and suggested the entire corner, including his
property and the proposed Thornton service station, be developed as part of a large
commercial center. He also noted he had lost a significant portion of his property due to
Route 120 improvements and the East McHenry Bypass improvements.
Ron Bykowski, property owner of the proposed Thornton site, addressed Council,
requesting Council not predicate approval of the conditional use and variance request for
Thornton Oil Corporation based on the ability of the Petitioners to obtain an internal
connection from the Thornton site to the Riverside Chocolate Factory. Mr. Bykowski also
noted Mr. Hunter would in all likelihood be required to forfeit both his Chapel Hill Road and
Route 120 ingress and egress if an internal connection is developed. He continued, noting
an internal connection can only be developed with the cooperation and agreement of all
parties, including Mr. Hunter, himself and the leasee, Thornton Oil Corporation.
Mr. Ryan informed Council the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the
McHenry County Transportation Department would not approve the use by Thornton of the
existing ingress and egress on Route 120 and Chapel Hill Road currently being used by
the Riverside Chocolate Factory.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to table the request by Thornton Oil
Corporation to grant a conditional use permit to allow the construction and operation of an
automobile service station on the northwest corner of the intersection of Route 120 and
Chapel Hill Road, and to grant a variance to permit the operation of an automobile service
station within 600' of an existing automobile service station, until the next regularly
scheduled Council Meeting June 7, 2000.
Voting Aye: Glab, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: Bolger, McClatchey.
Absent: None.
-- Motion carried.
The conditional use and variance request by Thornton Oil Corporation to allow an
automobile service station at the northwest corner of the intersection of Route 120 and
Chapel Hill Road was tabled until the June 7, 2000 regularly scheduled Council Meeting.
Adjacent residential property owners requested Council ensure the proposed
service station lighting will not disturb and/or negatively impact the adjoining residential
properties.
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An objection was made by an adjacent property owner regarding the 24-hour
operation schedule of the proposed service station, noting the existence of three 24-hour
service station facilities within a one-mile radius of the proposed site.
In response to audience inquiry, property owner Mr. Bykowski noted the barn
located on the 9-acre parcel is scheduled for roofing and siding repairs, in addition to
painting.
DISTRICT 15 WATER SERVICE REQUEST FOR THE NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL
McHenry Elementary School District 15 Superintendent William Dodds, Financial
Officer and Business Manager Jeff O'Connell, Facility Operations Manger Bob Ungaro,
and Board Member Chris Cardamone were in attendance.
Mayor Cuda informed Council McHenry Elementary School District 15 is requesting
water connection for irrigation purposes at the new McHenry Middle School site in advance
of the intergovernmental agreement. Flooding problems on adjacent properties have
precipitated the request. Mayor Cuda reminded Council Elementary School District 15 had
requested connection to the City's water and sewer system last year. At that time, Council
directed Staff to draft an intergovernmental agreement. As the Middle School site is
located outside the City's corporate limits, the intergovernmental agreement is to contain
language requiring the District to annex at the time the property becomes contiguous to the
City of McHenry. The draft agreement. is currently under review by both the City Attorney
and Elementary School District 15's Attorney. It is anticipated by both City Staff and
Elementary School District 15 personnel the intergovernmental agreement draft will be
brought before Council for consideration in June.
McHenry Elementary School District 15 is also requesting a waiver of user fees,
connection fees and capital development fees. As the Middle School site is not within the
City's corporate boundaries, user fee rates and capital development fees are 1.5 times the _
standard charges.
Mayor Cuda recommended Council consider waiving tap-on fees and meter fees
and require Elementary School District 15 pay the City costs for capital development and
user fees.
In response to Council inquiry, Elementary School District 15 representatives noted
the Middle School would require a 2° meter. The intergovernmental agreement will appear
before Council for review, consideration and action prior to June 30tn
City Administrator Lobaito also noted the water main will be turned over to the City
for maintenance.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve McHenry Elementary School
District 15's request to connect to the City of McHenry water and sewer system, waiving
tap-on and meter fees, but requiring the payment of capital development and user fees at
City rates as follows:
■ Water Capital Development $13,348.00
■ Sewer Capital Development $12,227.00 _
■ Water/Sewer combined user fee $3.65/1,000 gallons
subject to the approval of the intergovernmental agreement between McHenry Elementary
School District 15 and the City of McHenry within 60 days.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ANNEXATION OF MCHENRY SCHOOL DISTRICT 15 PROPERTY
McHenry Elementary School District 15 is requesting annexation of two school sites:
Hilltop School located at 2615 West Lincoln Road; and Valley View School located at 6515
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West Route 120. Both properties are contiguous to the City of McHenry boundaries. Illinois
State Statute provides for the annexation of contiguous school district owned property.
Subsequent to the adoption of a resolution by the School District Board in question, a
municipality by majority vote, can enact an ordinance providing for the annexation. Hilltop
and Valley View Schools will receive an E-Estate Zoning upon annexation. Schools are a
conditional public use in residential zoning classifications. Subsequent to the annexation,
McHenry Elementary School District 15 will need to appear before the City's Zoning Board
of Appeals to seek a recommendation for a conditional use permit. Connection to City
water and sewer service for Hilltop School is also requested upon annexation. In addition,
Elementary School District 15 is requesting a waiver of all associated connection fees
including tap-on and capital development fees. A two-inch meter will be required for water
and sewer services at Hilltop School.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Murgatroyd,
• to pass an ordinance annexing McHenry Elementary School District 15 Valley View
School located at 6515 West Route 120, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk's
execution of the ordinance;
■ to pass an ordinance annexing McHenry Elementary School District 15 Hilltop School
located at 2615 West Lincoln Road, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk's
execution of the ordinance;
■ to permit the connection to City of McHenry water and sewer services of McHenry
Elementary School District 15 Hilltop School, subject to the Zoning Board of Appeals
recommendation of approval for a conditional use permit to allow an educational
institution in a residential zoning district.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird, Cuda.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Cuda reported he had met with Bull Valley Village President Brian Miller to
discuss the proposed boundary Agreement between the City of McHenry and the Village of
Bull Valley. A second meeting within two or three weeks has been tentatively scheduled.
Mr. Miller has expressed concern with the proposed Shamrock Farm development. Mayor
Cuda reminded Council, if approved, this development would require a Facility Planning
Area amendment.
Alderman Glab suggested President Miller and/or Village of Bull Valley
representatives be invited to any future public meetings addressing the proposed
Shamrock Farm development.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance and Personnel Committee Chairman Alderman Murgatroyd scheduled a
Finance and Personnel Committee Meeting for June 28, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the
revision of the City's current Personnel Policy Manual.
Parks and Recreation Committee Chairman Alderman Baird scheduled a Parks and
Recreation Committee Meeting for Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss a
recreational center referendum, marketing options, the status of the skatepark
development, Boone Creek Park development and other capital development projects.
STAFF REPORTS
Director of Public Works Batt introduced newly hired City inspector Jerry Johnson.
Director Batt also reported Curran Contracting has completed one lane on Route 31 in
association with the Shamrock Lane/Route 31 Traffic Lane Improvements Project. The
2000 Street Maintenance Program has also started with work on Albany Street.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported the rain on Saturday delayed the
opening of Knox Pool until Sunday, May 28th. He also noted the planting of the Green
Street islands had been completed.
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City Administrator Lobaito reported as per Council direction, he and Assistant
Administrator Maxeiner were working with Chapman and Cuttler Bond Counsel to develop
recreational center referendum ballot language for further Council consideration and
action. It is anticipated this issue will appear before Council at the June 19th regularly
scheduled meeting. A meeting with Planning Resources President Peter Pointner has
been scheduled for June 8th to review the Crystal Lake Road Planning Study. Staff will
forward the Crystal Lake Road Planning Study to Council subsequent to Staffs review and
comment.
City Administrator Lobaito also reported developer Roger Gerstad was requesting
City water service to his Diedrich Farm Property. Mayor Cuda suggested Staff develop and
present for Council consideration a list of pros and cons regarding providing City of
McHenry water service to Mr. Gerstad's Diedrich Farm Property. Council can discuss this
request further at the next regularly scheduled Council Meeting, Wednesday, June 7,
2000.
City Clerk Althoff reported Sergeant Kenneth Prazak has notified Staff of his
pending retirement June 23, 2000. She requested Council approve the $100 expenditure
for a City retirement gift.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to approve a $100 expenditure to purchase a
retirement gift for Sergeant Kenneth Prazak.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Bolger reported in response to Representative Franks correspondence,
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has responded consideration will be given to
a reduction in speed and the construction of a turn lane in front of Valley View School.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: PROPERTY AC!gUISITION AND PERSONNEL
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to go into Executive Session to discuss
Property Acquisition 9:34 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird..
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council went into Executive Session at 9:34 p.m.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to go back into Open Session at 10:23
p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council went back into Open Session at 10:23 p.m.
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting at 10:24 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:24 p.m.
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CI . , LERK