HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/03/1999 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 3, 1999
The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor
Cuda at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, March 3, 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 Joyce,
Director of Public Works Batt, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel, Director of
Community Development Napolitano. Absent: None.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Doug Youmans, McCullom Lake Trustee, addressed Council, stating the feasibility
study conducted City Engineers Baxter and Woodman for the extension of sanitary sewer
service to McCullom Lake has been completed. The Village of McCullom Lake has
scheduled a Public Hearing for Tuesday, March 16, 1999 to present the findings to
McCullom Lake residents. He requested Council consider scheduling a Committee
Meeting inviting Village of McCullom Lake representatives to review the feasibility study
and provide recommendations and direction regarding procedure, financing, and time
frames. Mr. Youmans apologized for the apparent urgency, however, the application
deadline for low interest rate IEPA loans is March 30, 1999.
Mayor Cuda requested Mr. Youmans contact City Administrator Lobaito and
coordinate future activities through his office.
Alderman Murgatroyd left the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
PRESENTATION: "DO THE RIGHT THING"
Sergeant William Brogan of the McHenry Police Department presented the Do The
Right Thing Award to:
Dani Burnett of McHenry;
Lizet Sanchez of Valley View School;
Titus Mielke of McHenry West Campus High School;
Alicia Finfrock of McHenry West Campus High School.
Mayor Cuda presented each Do The Right Thing recipient with a dinner for four at
McDonald's Restaurant, a Certificate of Recognition, and a $100 savings bond. The
savings bond expense is underwritten by Gary Lang Autogroup, TCI of Illinois, First
National Bank of McHenry, and Centegra.
Dani Burnett, an off-duty EMT, provided assistance at an accident in front of
McHenry High School West Campus. Lizett Sanchez, a Valley View third grader, assisted
McHenry Police Officers translating for a Spanish-speaking driver involved in an
automobile accident in front of Valley View School. Titus Mielke, a student at McHenry
West Campus High School, attempted to break up a fight in the McHenry West Campus
High School Parking Lot. Alicia Finfrock, a freshman at McHenry West Campus High
School, introduced the Odyssey of the Mind Program into the High School curriculum.
Mayor Cuda and Council commended the students for their accomplishments and
thanked them for their commitment to service in their community.
CONSENT AGENDA
In response to Alderman Bolger's request, Mayor Cuda read the resolution
recognizing Chief of Police Joyce for twenty-four years of dedicated service upon his
retirement March 19, 1999.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Baird, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
■ Proclamation: March 1999 American Red Cross Month;
■ Request to Connect to Police Alarm Board - LaSalle Bank, 1904 N.
Richmond Road;
■ Resolution recognizing Chief Patrick J. Joyce;
■ Resolution Authorizing 50% of Parks Developer Donations for
Recreational Center Fund;
■ Payment Request No. 3 for Wm. H. Althoff Park - Carmichael
Construction, $19, 597.00;
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■ Authorization to Proceed, Smith Engineering - Petersen Park
Beach, $975.00;
■ Payment Request No. 3 to IMS, $11, 060.62;
■ Monthly Treasurer's Report - December, 1998;
■ City Council Meeting Minutes for Approval:
- February 10, 1999
- February 17, 1999;
■ As Needed Checks for Approval:
GENERAL FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
92060 NWBOCA $ 24.00
92061 SECRETARY OF STATE $ 25.00
92062 UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR. $ 737.10
92094 ROBERT G PETERSEN $ 6066.40
92095 MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH $ 1738.00
92096 MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL $ 8267.00
92097 PAYROLL ACCOUNT $ 131569.16
92098 HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT $ 11274.70
92099 INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCOUNT $ 4828.89
92100 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT $ 110.00
92101 CLERK OF MCHENRY CIRCUIT $ 62.70
92102 LYDIA S MEYER, TRUSTEE $ 378.46
92103 FLEX TRUST ACCOUNT $ 1636.09
92104 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST-457 $ 4497.81
92105 NACO CLEARING ACCOUNT $ 1102.93
92106 ILLINOIS DEPT OF REVENUE $ 5213.26
92107 POLICE PENSION FUND $ 5510.93
92108 ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL $ 32162.07
92110 MCHENRY POLICE OFFICERS $ 937.50
92112 SECRETARY OF STATE $ 10.00
92113 DON SCHATZ $ 150.00
92114 ILLINOIS DEPT OF NATURAL $ 1016.50
92115 AFLAC $ 1994.22
92116 INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCOUNT $ 55945.59
92118 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER $ 37.00
92119 POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL $ 64.00
92120 ST MARYS CHURCH $ 25.00
92121 GENESIS CUSTOM HOMES INC $ 1500.00
92122 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS $ 222.00
92123 NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE $ 148.83
92246 INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCOUNT $ 4174.57
92247 PAYROLL ACCOUNT $ 119171.70
92248 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT $ 110.00
92249 LYDIA S MEYER, TRUSTEE $ 378.46
92250 INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE $ 150.00
92251 FLEX TRUST ACCOUNT $ 1636.09
92252 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST-457 $ 4492.81
92253 NACO CLEARING ACCOUNT $ 1177.93
92254 ILLINOIS DEPT OF REVENUE $ 4750.79
92255 POLICE PENSION FUND $ 5518.06
92256 TEAMSTERS LOCAL 301 $ 52.00
92257 CURRAN CONTRACTING CO $ 18031.00
92258 MCHENRY COUNTY CHIEFS OF $ 24.00
92259 NEXT TECHNOLOGY INC $ 198.00
92260 SECRETARY OF STATE $ 10.00
92261 INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCOUNT $ 32493.35
92262 FIRST MIDWEST BANK $ 350000.00
Report Totals 819623 .90
WATER SEWER FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
14873 POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL $ 257.22
14874 UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR. $ 121.50
14888 FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH $ 150000.00
14889 RETIREMENT FUND $ 10208.33
14914 FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH $ 360000.00
14915 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER $ 75.00
Report Totals 520662 .05
POLICE PENSION FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
36001125 DUANE R LANGE $ 514.27
36001126 GREGORY P BURG $ 2602.34
36001127 RAMON GREGORIO JR $ 1917.25
36001128 DANIEL A KING $ 913.33
36001129 DANIEL E KINNERK $ 2557.23
36001130 MARIANNE KRANZ $ 2459.30
36001131 DUANE R LANGE $ 1416.61
36001132 ANTHONY A MILITANO $ 2057.99
36001133 MICHAEL OLIVER $ 2572.16
36001134 JOHN R WEICHMANN $ 644.51
36001135 HARRIS BANK $ 1693 .00
36001136 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE $ 1675.00
Report Totals 21022.99
PROJECT ASSESSMENT FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
57000434 BOND AND INTEREST $ 14322.92
57000435 FIRST MIDWEST BANK $ 150000.00
Report Totals 164322.92
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• List of Bills for Approval:
GENERAL FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
92264 BJORKMAN'S ACE HARDWARE $ 406.28
92265 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC $ 489.26
92266 R A ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC $ 693.74
92267 ADAMS OUTDOOR POWER EQUIP $ 34.15
92268 BADGER UNIFORMS $ 1902.25
92269 THOMAS S BEYER $ 15.86
92270 BONNELL INDUSTRIES INC $ 2119.50
92271 BURNS INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY $ 87.89
92272 BUSS FORD SALES $ 1491.49
92273 COMED $ 49662.67
92274 COMED $ 1720.03
92275 D & J AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY $ 447.35
92276 FIRST MIDWEST BANK $ 3303.50
92277 IDEAL UNIFORM SERVICE $ 60.30
92278 IPRA $ 511.00
92279 THOMAS M JENKINS $ 8.40
92280 MARIANNE KAE $ 212.10
92281 KATHLEEN KUNZER $ 16.12
92282 KATHLEEN M LEONARD $ 8.00
92283 LYNN G MARTENSON $ 106.31
92284 DAN J MARCINKO $ 24.00
92285 MCHENRY AUTO PARTS $ 1282.26
92286 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER $ 6.00
92287 MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALTH $ 285.00
92288 PARADISE COMPUTER $ 659.85
92289 ROBERT G PETERSEN $ 6066.40
92290 KATHLEEN QUICK $ 13.52
92291 SUE ROBERTSON $ 31.06
92292 SMITH ENGINEERING CONSULT $ 12632.59
92293 USOP CHI/MILW DISTRICT $ 826.36
92294 BURKS, SUSAN $ 45.00
92295 LC SOIL & WATER $ 40.00
92296 MORTON ARBORETUM, THE $ 70.00
92297 SUBURBAN BUILDING $ 95.00
Report Totals 85373.24
WATER SEWER FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
14919 BJORKMAN'S ACE HARDWARE $ 446.36
14920 AQUAPREP $ 7661.25
14921 BAXTER & WOODMAN $ 4552.45
14922 COMED $ 188544.39
14923 COMED $ 407.29
� 14924 MCHENRY AUTO PARTS $ 158.12
14925 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE $ 7301.00
14926 RETIREMENT FUND $ 10208.33
14927 USOP CHI/MILW DISTRICT $ 45.12
Report Totals 219324.31
PROJECT ASSESSMENT FUND:
CHECK# VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
57000436 BOND AND INTEREST $ 14222.92
Report Totals 14222.92
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Murgatroyd.
Motion carried.
AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD BID FOR PUBLIC WORKS MINI VAN - GARY LANG
CHEVROLET - $17,585.00
Director of Public Works Batt reported bids for the purchase of a mini van for the
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department were submitted and opened on
Tuesday, February 23, 1999. The low bidder, Bob Riddings Inc. of Taylorville, Illinois,
submitted an unsigned proposal that did not include a stated delivery date. This bid has
been rejected. The second low bidder, Sunnyside Inc. of McHenry, did not include a V6
engine as required in the bid specifications. This bid has also been rejected. It is Staff's
recommendation to award the mini van bid to the third low bidder, Gary Lang Chevrolet
of McHenry in the amount of $17,585. Mr. Lang's stated delivery date is 60-120 days.
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Motion by Glab, seconded by Baird, to award the Public Works Department
Wastewater Division Mini Van Bid to Gary Lang Chevrolet of McHenry, Illinois, in an
amount not-to-exceed $17,585 with a 60-120 day delivery date.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Murgatroyd.
Motion carried.
Alderman Murgatroyd returned to the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION OF BYPASSES AROUND ILLINOIS STATE
ROUTES 31 AND 12
Mayor Cuda informed Council the City of McHenry has participated along with
other McHenry County municipalities in meetings sponsored by the McHenry County
Economic Development Commission to coordinate future improvements to Illinois State
Route 31 . The City of McHenry has also participated in sub-committee meetings with
municipal representatives of communities located along the northern portion of Illinois
State Route 31 , specifically, the Village of Johnsburg, the Village of Ringwood, the Village
of Richmond, and the Village of Spring Grove. It was the consensus of all participating
communities, improvements to Illinois State Route 31 are necessary and garner united
support to expedite these improvements. A joint resolution was drafted to present to
both state and county lawmakers, as well as transportation departments. The resolution
may increase lobbying effectiveness which may in turn speed up the design and
construction time table for these improvements, including the West McHenry Bypass.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry regarding limited access points and curb
cuts for the proposed West McHenry Bypass, Mayor Cuda stated the Illinois State Route
31 Consortium has agreed to the same access restrictions as those adopted on Randall
Road. The McHenry Bypass access points would therefore be every 1 ,300 feet or one-
quarter mile.
Mayor Cuda recognized Jim Kanowski of Ringwood Road in the audience. Mr.
Kanowski inquired as to the proposed design and configuration of the West McHenry
Bypass. Mayor Cuda explained a specific design or route has not been developed at this
time. Mayor Cuda reported he and City Administrator Lobaito met with McHenry County
Transportation Committee Chairman William Dwyer and McHenry County Transportation
Superintendent James Stahlaecker. As an estimated cost of $19,000,000 for the West
McHenry Bypass portion from Illinois State Route 31 to the Illinois State Route
120/Ringwood Road intersection has been calculated, federal financial assistance will be
required to complete this road project. The first step will be to conduct an environmental
impact study to assist with the development of the roadway's center line location. As a
great deal of open space yet exists between Illinois State Route 31 and Illinois State
Route 120, it is assumed road design and location will proceed rapidly. Road location
north of Illinois State Route 120 will be more difficult because of the residential nature of
the area. The county will be seeking a 150 foot right-of-way corridor for the West
McHenry Bypass project.
Mayor Cuda reminded Council the Illinois Legislature has indicated state funds will
only be allocated for existing roadway projects. There are no state funds available for
new road projects.
The County anticipates a final design for the south leg of the West McHenry
Bypass by the end of Summer 1999. A $9,000,000 cost estimate for Phase 1 of the
West McHenry Bypass has been calculated. Phase 1 extends from South Illinois State
Route 31 to Bull Valley. Mayor Cuda suggested Council continue to budget monies to
show the City of McHenry's support for this project.
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POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE PURCHASES
Chief of Police Joyce reminded Council his 1999-2000 Budget proposal reflected
a line item for the purchase of four new squad cars. Review of the vehicle replacement
list revealed one vehicle, squad #317, has had the engine and transmission replaced
within the past year. It is therefore Staff's recommendation to retain for one additional
year squad car #317, and purchase three new vehicles. Chief of Police Joyce noted
Landmark Ford of Springfield, Illinois, has been awarded the State contract for police
pursuit vehicles, the 1999 Ford Crown Victoria. In order for the City of McHenry to take
advantage of the state bids, orders must be placed prior to March 19, 1999. The City
of McHenry's local Ford dealership Buss Ford can piggyback our police department vehicle
order on Landmark Ford's contract. There is an additional cost of $200 per vehicle. Buss
Ford has agreed not to make delivery until after May 1 , 1999 permitting the expenditure
of these cars within the 1999-2000 Fiscal Year Budget.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Chief Joyce explained the provider claims
refurbishing the vehicle extends its useful life an additional 100,000 miles. In addition,
the entire vehicle, including its interior and exterior panels, is refurbished. Further
discussion ensued.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by McClatchey, to authorize the purchase of three
1999 Ford Crown Victoria vehicles as part of the State of Illinois contract through local
Ford dealer Buss Ford, in an amount not-to-exceed $61 ,356, to be delivered after May
1 , 1999.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR - STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Cuda reported he and City Administrator Lobaito had met with developer
Robert Zacharias of Centrum Properties. Mr. Zacharias is interested in developing the
property on Illinois State Route 31 north of Fast Eddie's Car Wash. Mr. Zacharias has
submitted a tentative concept plan for Staff and Council consideration. Copies of this
plan have been placed with City Administrator Lobaito and Director of Community
Development Napolitano. Mayor Cuda suggested Council review these plans, and if
acceptable, Staff will pursue the development of this property with Mr. Zacharias.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance Committee Chairman Alderman Murgatroyd scheduled Finance Committee
Meetings for Thursday, March 18, 1999 and Thursday, March 24, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to
continue discussions regarding the 1999-2000 Budget.
STAFF REPORTS
Director of Community Development Napolitano reminded Council of the Committee
of the Whole Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 8, 1999 to review the
Comprehensive Plan Update Draft.
Director of Public Works Batt, referencing his February 26, 1999 memo, advised
Council Staff will not be purchasing a glider kit to replace one of the snow plows. Cab
renovation will be attempted as an alternative. The installation work can be accomplished
in-house, although painting of the cab and vehicle will be contracted. Total cost is
estimated at $6,000. The glider kit cost was estimated at $30,000. In conclusion,
Director Batt and Public Works Committee Chairman Alderman Bolger scheduled a Public
Works Committee Meeting for Thursday, March 11 , 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the
1999 Streets Program.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel and Parks and Recreation Committee
Chairman Alderman Baird scheduled a Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting for
Monday, April 5, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
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NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Glab requested Council direct the Environmental Advisory Commission
to investigate and make a recommendation to Council within thirty days the proposed
Peeker Plant to be located in unincorporated Woodstock and Island Lake. Mayor Cuda
informed Council he was the legal representative for Woodstock Peeker Plant Objectors.
He noted the proposed Island Lake Peeker Plant might negatively impact area deep well
aquifers. In addition, the proposed Woodstock Peeker Plant allegedly will release 322
pounds per hour of air-borne pollutants while in operation. Council directed City
Administrator Lobaito to contact the City of McHenry Environmental Advisory
Commission requesting they investigate the proposed Peeker Plants in Island Lake and in
unincorporated Woodstock, making a recommendation to Council within thirty days.
Mayor Cuda stated he would provide City Administrator Lobaito with the name of a local
knowledgeable resource person.
Alderman Bolger reminded Council of the Spotlight Award Presentation by the
McHenry Economic Development Commission on Thursday, March 4, 1999 at 4 p.m.
The presentation will be made at Mr. Althoff's office located at 4103 West Crystal Lake
Avenue.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - PERSONNEL
Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to go into Executive Session at 8:25
p.m. to discuss Personnel and Potential Litigation.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council went into Executive Session at 8:25 p.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Murgatroyd, to go back into Open Session at 9:43
p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Council went back into Open Session at 9:43 p.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Murgatroyd, to authorize Staff to advertise for a
Grade 2 Junior Clerk to replace resigning Grade 3 Clerk Lynn Martenson.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mayor Cuda distributed the proposed City of McHenry/Village of Ringwood
Boundary Agreement for Council review and comment. He reported Village of Ringwood
President Mack will be bringing the proposed Boundary Agreement to his Board for final
approval on Monday, March 15, 1999. Mayor Cuda requested any Council comment —
and/or concern be directed to his attention prior to this date.
Mayor Cuda also noted the following contractual language change in the top
paragraph. The property referenced Mchenry State Bank Trust No. 3146 shall be
changed to Timothy O'Malley.
Alderman Baird requested Council permission to utilize the Council Chambers for
his annual Riverwoods Fifth Grade Mock Council Meeting. Council concurred.
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City Administrator Lobaito also informed Council a Public Hearing has been
scheduled by the Village of McCullom Lake for Tuesday, march 16, 1999 at 7:30 p.m.
to discuss the extension of sanitary sewer service. City Administrator Lobaito has been
invited to attend. Clarification regarding capital development fees, connection time lines
and cost may be requested. Some discussion followed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab, to adjourn at 9:50 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
(TY CLERK MAYOR