HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 09/22/1999 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 22, 1999
A Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor
Cuda at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, September 22, 1999 in the Council Chambers of
the Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab,
McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance were: City
Administrator Lobaito, City Clerk Althoff, City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police
Kostecki, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel, Director of Public Works Batt,
Director of Community Development Napolitano, Assistant Administrator Maxeiner.
Absent: None.
Mayor Cuda introduced the following new employees:
Parks and Recreation Todd Sasak, Ambrose Kittl
Police Department Ryan Schiame, John Adams
Public Works Street Division Clay Cooper, James Barcal, Bill Ekert,
Mike Lange.
Public Works Wastewater Division Russell Ruzicka, Michael Hummel.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
No one signed in to speak during the Ten Minute Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows:
■ Request to connect to Police Alarm Panel - LaSalle Bank, 1904 N. Richmond
Road;
■ Final Payment to Rabine Paving for Althoff Park in the amount of
$34,999.49;
■ Request to seek Bids for Police Department Uniforms and Body Armor;
■ Approve installation of brick paving surface, benches and bicycle racks at
Whispering Oaks Park/Fort McHenry;
■ Approval of City Council Minutes:
■ September 7, 1999 Special Meeting;
■ List of Bills for Approval:
GENERAL FUND
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 687.48
ACME BRICK & SUPPLY CO 848.92
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 101.05
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 226.79
AFLAC 1,897.78
AMA/KEYE PRODUCTIVITY 149.00
AMERITECH 4,876.97
ARROW UNIFORM RENTAL INC 192.12
AULD, MINDY 35.00
BECKLEY CARDY 316.22
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 399.26
BRADY, PHILLIP E & ASSOC 1,305.00
BSN SPORTS 69.32
BUSS FORD SALES 1,439.61
CARDINAL AUTO GLASS CO I 162.07
CARLSON, KATHLEEN 72.50
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL HE 710.00
COMED 13,304.79
CURRAN CONTRACTING CO 834.54
D & J AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY 753.68
DAMBROWSKI, DARLENE 65.00
DISCOUNT DISTRIBUTORS 127.20
FDC CORPORATION 650.27
FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD 165.24
G COMMUNICATIONS 150.00
GLAB, ANDREW 32.00
GOEBEL, JAN 125.00
GRAHAMS APPRAISAL SERVIC 1,500.00
H & H HOBBIES 119.00
HESTER, SUSAN 26.00
ICI DELUX PAINT CENTERS 820.00
KEEFER, WILLIAM 65.00
KIM MINOR 81.12
KROHN LAWN & LANDSCAPE 2,995.00
KUNZER, KATHLEEN 158.62
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LANE, MARGE 35.00
LEONARDI'S FOOD 118.85
MAXIM COMMUNICATIONS 5,000.00
MCANDREW & CUNABAUGH 6,800.00
MCHALE, LORI 37.00
MCHENRY AUTO PARTS 1,126.66
MCHENRY CAPITAL DEVELOPM 74,369.00
MCHENRY COUNTY COLLEGE 240.00 �•
MCHENRY COUNTY SUPPLY IN 134.40
MCHENRY FAVORITE SPORT C 18.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 40.00
MCHENRY PAINT GLASS & 148.92
MCHENRY POLICE PENSION F 58,558.16
MCHENRY SPECIALTIES 65.00
MCHENRY WATER/SEWER FUND 10,895.00
MCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS 8.00
MENARDS - CRYSTAL LAKE 594.15
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 557.30
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 47.24
NATIONAL RECREATION AND 702.90
NATURES CORNUCOPIA 30.00
NICOR GAS 350.45
NORTHERN ILLINOIS MACK I 97.57
NORTHERN KEY & LOCK INC 495.00
NORTHWEST AUTO ELECTRIC 45.00
NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL 203.77
NORTHWEST HERALD 524.00
OAKS MARATHON 40.00
OFFICE DEPOT INC 1,011.90
ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC 108.85
PAULIN, SUZAN 145.00
PETERSEN SAND & GRAVEL 622.13
PETTIBONE & CO, P F 70.75
PLINDER, KELLY 35.00
PRECISION SHARPENING & 178.60
RADIO SHACK 9.99
RAMM SALES 947.50
RAY FELTSON 100.00
REID, GLEN 35.00
RITTENHOUSE, MAXINE 22.50
ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 91.35
SACCHITELLO, MICHELLE 65.00
SAVIO, ROBERT 35.00
SCHACKLEFORD, GINA 42.00
SIGNS BY FRY 30.00
STANS OFFICE MACHINES IN 262.63
TECHNICIANS PARTS WAREHO 247.40
TROST, SHELLY 17.47
UNITED LABORATORIES 197.00
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 61.50
UNITED STATES POSTAL SER 1,200.00
USOP CHI/MILW DISTRICT 1.09
VANDERWYST, JENNIFER 42.00
WAL-MART STORES INC 583.03
WEARGUARD 98.52
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 6,044.85
ANNEXATION FUND
MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH 1,839.00
MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL 2,607.00
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 153.00
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
CONSERVATION SERVICES 50.00
CUSTOM LANDSCAPING 10,175.00
DIRECT DESIGN 84.00
WINDSOR DEVELOPMENT 1,229.00
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 977.50
WATER/SEWER FUND
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 255.73
ACME BRICK & SUPPLY CO 22.50
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 77.68
AMERITECH 878.66
AQUAPREP 4,455.00
ARROW UNIFORM RENTAL INC 317.96
BONCOSKY OIL COMPANY 366.79
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 23.00
COMED 47.49
D & J AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY 47.64
GUNDERSON & SON 81.50
KROHN LAWN & LANDSCAPE 1,988,00
LEY & ASSOCIATES INC 613 .50
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 1,350.00
MCHENRY AUTO PARTS 225.26
MCHENRY COUNTY SUPPLY IN 224.00
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MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 371.30
MIDWEST METER INC 763.40
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC 151.57
NICOR GAS 294.09
ROWELL CHEMICAL CORP 575.00
SCHMITT, JON 19.68
UNDERGROUND PIPE & VALVE 1,027.00
UNITED LABORATORIES 105.14
UNITED STATES POSTAL SER 300.00
USOP CHI/MILW DISTRICT 1,078.80
GRAND TOTALS 241,824.17
!� FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 209,048.98
ANNEXATION FUND 4,599.00
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 11,538.00
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 977.50
WATER/SEWER FUND 15,660.69
TOTAL 241,824.17
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO SERVE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES — MICHAEL'S
BISTRO, 818 NORTH FRONT STREET
Petitioners Daniel and Barbara Susong were in attendance. Director of
Community Development Napolitano reported property owner Denis Buch and tenants
Dan and Barbara Susong are requesting a conditional use permit to allow the sale of
alcoholic beverages as part of the operation of their restaurant, Michael's Bistro,
located at 818 North Front Street. Mr. and Mrs. Susong have also applied for a Class
H Liquor License which permits the sale of beer and wine for consumption on premises
only. As the restaurant does not include a bar, liquor will be sold in conjunction with
meal service. The petitioners appeared before the Zoning Board of Appeals on
September 13, 1999. The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended the
approval of the conditional use permit to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages, subject
to the following conditions:
• The liquor sales be limited to beer and wine only through the issuance of a Class H
Liquor License; and
• The conditional use permit be limited to the 1 ,100 square foot area along the south
western edge of the building.
Some discussion followed regarding the service of alcohol at tables located
outside in front of the building. It was the consensus of Council to limit alcohol sales
to the restaurant's interior. Staff may, if a site plan is submitted and approved, grant
the extension of alcohol sales to a designated area located outside of the restaurant.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to pass an ordinance granting a conditional
use permit to permit the operation of a restaurant establishment serving alcoholic
beverages at Michael's Bistro, located at 818 North Front Street, subject to the
conditions that:
• The liquor sales be limited to beer and wine only through the issuance of a Class H
Liquor License;
• The conditional use permit be limited to the 1 ,100 square foot area along the south
western edge of the building; and
• The sale of alcoholic beverages be limited to the restaurant's interior, unless and
until a site plan is submitted to and approved by Staff, extending the alcoholic
beverage sale to a designated area located on the exterior of the premises.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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APPLICATION FOR CLASS H LIQUOR LICENSE - MICHAEL'S BISTRO, 818 NORTH
FRONT STREET• AND ORDINANCE INCREASING NUMBER OF CLASS H LIQUOR
LICENSES
Director of Community Development Napolitano reported as previously stated
Dan and Barbara Susong have submitted an application for a Class H Liquor License for _
the retail sale of beer and wine at their restaurant establishment, Michael's Bistro,
located at 818 North Front Street. Mr. Susong has met with the Mayor, submitted the
necessary paperwork, paid the license fee of $700, and had his wife, himself, and his
manager fingerprinted. Mayor Cuda as Liquor Commissioner is recommending Council
approval of Mr. Susong's application for a Class H Liquor License for Michael's Bistro,
located at 818 North Front Street, subject to the receipt of a satisfactory fingerprint
result. In addition, the ordinance increasing the number of Class H Liquor Licenses
from two to three must be passed.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Baird, to approve the application for a Class H
Liquor License from Daniel and Barbara Susong for the retail sale of beer and wine at
their restaurant establishment, Michael's Bistro, located at 818 North Front Street, and
to pass an ordinance increasing the number of Class H Liquor Licenses from two to
three.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BAXTER AND WOODMAN FOR AN --
ELEVATED STORAGE TANK
City engineering firm Baxter and Woodman representatives Carl Moon and Larry
Thompson were in attendance. City Administrator Lobaito reported Council considered
and took no formal action on the approval of an Engineering Services Agreement with
City engineering firm Baxter and Woodman for the design of an elevated water storage
tank. Council delayed action, as a site for the tower had not been finalized.
Subsequently, Council has approved an Engineering Services Agreement with City
engineering firm Baxter and Woodman for the water main extension east of the Fox
River. City Administrator Lobaito informed Council with McHenry Elementary School
District 15's announcement regarding the construction of a school east of the Fox
River at the northwest corner of the intersection of Chapel Hill and Lincoln Roads, as
well as the progression of the water main extension design, Council should reconsider
entering into an Engineering Services Agreement with City engineering firm Baxter and
Woodman for the design of an elevated water tower. City Administrator Lobaito also
reported the time frame for an elevated water storage tank from the design phase to
operation is one year.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, City Administrator Lobaito stated
the Adams Business Park property east of the Fox River is the site selected for the
elevated water storage tank location.
In response to Alderman Bolger's inquiry regarding the cost of the elevated
storage tank design, if the tank capacity were 500,000 gallons, rather than 750,000,
City Administrator Lobaito stated the storage tank will serve not just properties east of
the Fox River, but portions of McHenry located west of the river. Director of Public
Works Batt explained, although the City's current water storage capacity can handle
average daily use, greater capacity is needed in the event of a dry spell and
subsequent increased water demands.
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Alderman McClatchey requested Council input be solicited for tank design.
Baxter and Woodman representative Carl Moon explained style selection did not affect
the design criteria. Three standard styles of elevated water storage towers are
available:
• The older multi-leg tank style;
• The newer spheroid style; and
• The hydro-pillar style.
There is no discernible difference in the cost of any style. Single pedestal tanks are
less subject to vandalism. Staff also informed Council the elevated storage tank design
will permit the accommodation of communication towers. Some discussion followed
regarding elevated storage tank site location. Mr. Moon noted many municipalities
choose, for aesthetic reasons, to locate their elevated water tanks in industrial or
business parks, as opposed to residential areas. Mr. Moon also noted once the
elevated storage tank design is completed, it will be submitted to Council for further
review and comment.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve and authorize the Mayor's
execution of an Engineering Services Agreement with City engineering firm Baxter and
Woodman for the design of a 750,000 gallon capacity elevated water storage tank in
an amount not-to-exceed $13,500.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
NIMED HEALTH FACILITIES REVENUE BONDS
NIMED representative Attorney Jeff Ladd of Bell, Boyd, and Lloyd, was in
attendance. City Administrator Lobaito informed Council NIMED Corporation (Northern
Illinois Medical Corporation) is requesting the City of McHenry issue two series of
revenue bonds. The issuance of bonds would permit the financing of a number of
facilities operated by NIMED in McHenry, Antioch, Huntley, and Woodstock. McHenry
would be designated the issuer of the bonds, and would enter into intergovernmental
agreements with these municipalities to provide for the issuance of revenue bonds.
The first series of bonds are tax-exempt obligations, and will exceed $6,000,000. The
City may issue up to $10,000,000 in tax-exempt bonds annually. Each bond issued in
any calendar year is credited against the $10,000,000 limitation. City Administrator
Lobaito stated the City of McHenry has not as yet issued any tax-exempt bonds in the
1999 calendar year, although plans exist to issue bonds in the amount of $500,000
for the Shamrock Lane/Route 31 traffic land improvements and signal installation. As
with Industrial Revenue Bonds, McHenry has no obligation to repay the bonds, nor
does the issuance constitute a City of McHenry indebtedness. The second series of
bonds are taxable revenue bonds and will not exceed $14,000,000. In order to
accommodate NIMED's request, Council must pass a resolution proposing the issuance
of revenue bonds for the benefit of NIMED Corporation. A Public Hearing will be
scheduled for October 13, 1999, subsequent to the resolution's passage.
In response to Council inquiry, Attorney Ladd explained the City of McHenry
was selected the designated bond issuer because of Northern Illinois Medical Center's
location within the corporate boundaries of McHenry. In addition, First Midwest Bank
of McHenry is the financial institution designated to underwrite these bonds.
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Motion by Baird, seconded by Bolger, to pass a resolution proposing the
issuance not-to-exceed $6,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Health Facilities
Revenue Bonds, Series 1999A, and $14,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Tax
Health Facilities Revenue Bonds Series 1999B, for the benefit of NIMED Corporation.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR SIGN VARIANCE - MIDAS AUTO SERVICE, 4110 WEST ELM STREET
Midas Auto Service owner and operator Ted Mirski Jr. was in attendance. Mr.
Mirski is requesting a sign variance to permit the installation of four new wall signs
totaling 83.8 square feet and the re-facing of the existing free-standing pole sign.
Midas has requested all franchisees to re-identify their stores with the proposed sign
package. Currently, the Midas building located at 4110 West Elm Street has five wall
signs. However, the total square footage is only 63.4 square feet.
Alderman Glab opined the impact of additional sign square footage is negligible
as the Midas building has its shortest side facing the street.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's request for clarification, Staff explained
the free-standing pole sign will be refaced, retaining its size and shape.
Alderman Baird noted Council's efforts to revise the City's sign ordinance. In
response to his request, Director of Community Development Napolitano noted the
current City of McHenry sign ordinance permits Midas two wall signs totaling 64.5 --
square feet. Staff agreed to include current sign ordinance requirements in all future
supplements addressing sign variance requests.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to grant a sign variance to the Midas
Auto Service located at 4110 West Elm Street to permit four wall signs totaling 83.8
square feet in area, and the re-facing of the existing free-standing pole sign.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
DISCUSSION WITH LANDMARK COMMISSION
Director of Community Development Napolitano stated, as per Council direction,
Greg Lofgren, Chairman of the Landmark Commission, was invited to attend tonight's
regularly scheduled Council Meeting to discuss and obtain guidelines for the
development of a procedure for the proposed demolition of historic properties.
Currently, the Community Development Department sends a letter to the Landmark
Commission upon receipt of a demolition permit, requesting the Commission review
the property for historical significance. The Commission investigates the property and
provides the Community Development Department with a written recommendation and
historical documentation. The Commission's findings are only advisory and, if the
property has not been plaqued as an historic structure, the demolition permit can not
be denied.
Landmark Commission Chairman Greg Lofgren addressed Council. He stated the
Commission's purpose was to preserve historic structures, not as history, but for the
future. The Commission is currently conducted an historic survey update in an attempt
to delineate historic structures and/or districts. The Commission also educates and
promotes the adaptation and rehabilitation of historic structures.
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Chairman Lofgren noted the Commission has recommended Council deny three
demolition permits in four years. The denial recommendations were for the following
historic structures:
• Adams house;
• Freund house;
• Skidmore barn
• Phalen farmhouse.
Alderman Baird commended the Commission on their past efforts. He suggested
the demolition time frame between application and approval be lengthened. The
extended time frame would permit Landmark Commissioners the opportunity to
investigate other preservation options, including possible relocation. Landmark
Chairman Lofgren noted currently two annexation agreements are in place
implementing this exact procedure.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry regarding other potential historic
structures, Chairman Lofgren explained the recently approved Historic Preservation
Ordinance revealed the need for a more current updated historical architectural survey.
Eighteen historical structures were identified under the prior historic plaquing system.
In response to Mayor Cuda's request for clarification regarding the Eppel
Property located on the south side of Route 120, west of Valley View School,
Chairman Lofgren explained the Meyer Material Annexation Agreement permitted the
Landmark Commission access to the Eppel Property/Apollo Thompson House.
Preservation consultant Ronald Nelson conducted an evaluation of the property,
confirming the structure's construction date of the 1840's. The Commission is
requesting Council approval to dismantle the 1840's one-story section of the structure.
Property owner Meyer Material has already granted their permission. Storage of the
timbers and sawn boards from the structure would also be required, until such time as
a location is found to reconstruct the building. The Commission is suggesting the
Petersen Farm Property Barn might provide a suitable place for the storage and
subsequent reconstruction. Chairman Lofgren reported Meyer Material has also agreed
to provide two laborers to assist with the dismantling. Commission member Hank Nell
has agreed to supervise the project. Some discussion followed.
Council directed City Administrator Lobaito to inform Meyer Material
representative Allan Miller of the City's interest in dismantling and preserving the
1840's portion of the Eppel/Apollo Thompson structure. Council also directed Staff to
work with the Landmark Commission to find a suitable storage site location. Further
discussion ensued.
In response to Council inquiry Chairman Lofgren reported structures 50 years or
older are eligible for potential historic designation. Alderman Glab suggested for all
structures 50 years or older, a 120 day moratorium period be imposed between the
date of application and date of issuance of a demolition permit, unless a letter of
release is submitted by the Landmark Commission. Further discussion occurred.
Council directed Staff and Landmark Commission members to work together to
develop and refine a mutually agreeable demolition process. The recommended process
should then be reviewed by the Community Development Committee prior to full
Council consideration.
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REQUEST TO RE-BID — PETERSEN PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING ADDITION
Staff reported in April 1999, Council approved the hiring of architectural firm
Direct Design to prepare plans and specifications for the construction of and addition
to the Petersen Park Maintenance Building. Council authorized Staff to advertise for
project bids on August 18, 1999. Four bids were submitted and opened on
Wednesday, September 8, 1999. Carmichael Construction was the low bidder in the
amount of $74,890. Further investigation of the bid procedures revealed an
inconsistency. Addenda No. 1 was not received by the bidders within the bid
specification time frame. Therefore, it is Staff's recommendation all bids for the
Petersen Park Maintenance Building Addition be rejected and the project be re-bid.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Murgatroyd, to reject all bids for the
Petersen Park Maintenance Building Addition received and opened on Wednesday,
September 8, 1999, and authorize Staff to advertise to re-bid the project.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
In response to Council inquiry Staff noted the project's re-bid process would
take approximately two weeks.
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CORRIDOR PLANNING STUDY OF CRYSTAL LAKE
ROAD
Planning Resources President Peter Pointner was in attendance. Director of --
Community Development Napolitano reported during budget discussions, Council
agreed to undertake a Crystal Lake Road corridor planning study. Study results would
improve traffic circulation, reduce traffic conflict, consolidate access points, and
improve pedestrian and bicycle circulation. Planning Resources Inc. prepared a Crystal
Lake Road planning study cost proposal. Mayor Cuda requested the study address the
impact the McHenry High School District 156 West Campus' location has on Crystal
Lake Road traffic. Mr. Pointner stated all field work will be done during school hours. A
lengthy discussion ensued in response to Alderman Baird's suggestion to broaden the
scope of the study beyond Hanley Drive north to Main Street. Alderman Baird also
requested the study address the feasibility of sidewalk and bike path installation along
the McHenry High School District 156 property.
In response to Alderman Glab's request for clarification regarding the Scope of
Services, specifically language in item #5 stating "concepts will not be based on
quantification of traffic engineering data". Planning Resources representative Pete
Pointner stated a traffic planning study, unlike a traffic engineering study, does not
consider traffic counts, geometric street design, or physical design constraints. Mr.
Pointner did note the proposal could be amended to include analysis by a traffic
engineering consultant of the study's final recommendations. He noted Planning
Resources subcontracts with CivilTech Engineering. The proposed study will include
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recommendations regarding area land uses.
Alderman Bolger suggested the study be postponed until the West McHenry
Bypass is in place. Alderman Bolger further opined the entire area from River Road
west to Miller Road might benefit from a planning study. Discussion continued
regarding amending the original proposal to include traffic engineering analysis. Mr.
Pointner suggested the Crystal Lake Road corridor planning study identify all areas
requiring traffic engineering analysis. Council concurred.
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Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to approve and authorize the Mayor's
execution of the Planning Resources Inc. proposal as presented to prepare a corridor
planning study for Crystal Lake Road from Bull Valley Road to Hanley Drive in an
amount not-to-exceed $15,653.
Voting Aye: Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: Bolger.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
TEAMSTERS UNION LOCAL NO. 301 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner reported the City of McHenry and Teamsters
Union Local No. 301 reached tentative agreement on a three-year collective bargaining
contract on August 3, 1999. The Teamsters ratified the agreement on August 9, 1999
pending review of contract language revisions. Teamsters Union Local No. 301
Principal Michael Haffner has reviewed the contract language and approved the
contract as presented. City Administrator Lobaito outlined the major highlights of the
contract:
• A 5.5% general wage increase for 1999-2000, 4.5% for 2000-2001 , and 4.0%
for 2001-2002;
• Deletion of the '/2 day holiday on Good Friday;
• Addition of a personal day (for a total of four) available after January 1 , 2000;
• Provides for no changes in the vacation allowance from prior years;
• Keeps the wage matrix at 10 steps;
• Retroactive pay to May 1 , 1999.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to approve the Collective Bargaining
Contract with Teamsters Union Local No. 301 with an effective date of May 1 , 1999
to April 30, 2002 as presented.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Cuda reported he had received a phone call from Senator Klemm stating
$10,000 in State monies had been allocated to the City of McHenry for the purchase
of street lights along the new Bull Valley Arterial, specifically, Miller Road. Mayor Cuda
also reported, the meeting scheduled for Monday, September 20, 1999 with Garden
Quarter Management representatives at the management company's request had been
rescheduled to Thursday, September 24, 1999 at 4:00 p.m.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance and Personnel Committee Chairman Alderman Murgatroyd reported the
Finance and Personnel Committee met just prior to this evening's regularly scheduled
Council Meeting to discuss department reorganization and the three-year personnel
projections. Recommendations will be brought before full Council for consideration.
Chairman Murgatroyd also reminded Council a Finance and Personnel Committee
Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, September 30, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to
discuss Gary Lang's request regarding the Shamrock Lane/Route 31 Traffic Lane
Improvements and Signal Installation, water connection fees, and to begin the review
of the Personnel Policy revisions.
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Parks and Recreation Committee Chairman Alderman Baird requested Council
consider a Parks and Recreation Committee meeting for sometime mid to late October.
Public Works Committee Chairman Alderman Bolger scheduled a Public Works
Committee meeting to discuss the Baxter and Woodman Anne Street Drainage Report
for Wednesday, October 13, 1999 at 6:00 p.m.
STAFF REPORTS
Chief of Police Kostecki reported Sergeant Roland Wood would be attending the
Police Staff and Command School for a period of ten weeks.
City Administrator Lobaito reported he had sent a written request to IDOT for
the release of the $150,000 Shamrock Lane/Route 31 Traffic Lane Improvements and
Traffic Signal Installation grant monies. The City of McHenry is eligible for up to 95%
of the monies once the construction contract is awarded.
City Clerk Althoff noted a block party request for Saturday, October 2, 1999
had been submitted after the Agenda Packets for this evening's meeting had been
distributed. She requested Council approve the request by motion.
Motion by Baird, seconded by Bolger, to approve the block party request
submitted by Gina Belinski to block off Barnwood Court on Saturday, October 2,
1999 from 2:00 p.m. until 1 1 :00 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None. --�
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
In response to Alderman Glab's request for clarification, Chief of Police Kostecki
reported a minor accident had occurred on Bull Valley Road Saturday evening in front
of the Church of Holy Apostles. Two cars were involved, however, there were three
minor injuries. Alderman Glab suggested Council consider passing a resolution reducing
the speed limit on Bull Valley Road from Crystal Lake Road west to the City's
corporate limits from 55 mph to 45 mph. Mayor Cuda stated in discussions with
McHenry County Transportation Superintendent James Stahlaecker, Mr. Stahlaecker
has recommended the same action.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to direct Staff to draft a resolution
reducing the speed limit along Bull Valley Road west of Crystal Lake Road from 55
mph to 45 mph.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Staff requested Mayor Cuda include a request for better lighting along Miller and
Bull Valley Roads in his letter to McHenry County Transportation Superintendent
James Stahlaecker. Mayor Cuda concurred.
Alderman Bolger complimented Staff on their rapid response to his concerns
regarding three large holes in the parkway near St. Patrick School and Church.
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Alderman Murgatroyd requested Staff provide an update regarding the
Sunnyside Auto Dealership's expansion status and parking lot improvements. Director
of Community Development Napolitano reported Sunnyside Dodge Dealership owner
Bob Diedrich had requested a time extension to complete his parking lot improvements.
Mr. Diedrich stated the Asphalt Company contracted to complete the work is behind
schedule and can not complete his project until later in the fall. Director of Community
Development Napolitano noted Mr. Diedrich will be instructed to go forward with the
required fencing on the west property line.
Alderman Murgatroyd also requested Staff investigate an apparent speed limit
sign posting inconsistency on McCullom Lake Road, west of Route 31 near the railroad
tracks.
Alderman Glab requested Staff send a letter to a property owner on Oakwood
Avenue regarding his driveway violation and the imminent approach of the one year
correction date. Alderman Glab also commended Director of Public Works Batt on the
department's rapid response to and repair of the large street hole on Oakwood Drive.
In response to Alderman McClatchey's inquiry, City Clerk Althoff informed
Council designs for a new City Seal were being drafted by Legat Architects.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
MAYOR CITY CLERK