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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - 10/21/2019 - City Council City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 10.21.19 McHenr Minutes REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers, 333 S Green Street Monday, October 21, 2019 Call to Order: Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call. Members present: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Mihevc- (absent), Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, Alderwoman Bahne and Mayor Jett. Others present: Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Interim Director of Public Works Strange, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, and Chief of Police Birk, and City Clerk Ramel. Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comments: Michelle Thimios, spoke on behalf of the United States Representative for Lauren Underwood to The Council. She explained the platform of Lauren Underwood and stated that there are two headquarter locations: Woodstock and West Chicago. She described the actions that Lauren Underwood likes to do such as cutting through red tape, she also supports local projects and funding which is why she was there today. She can be contacted through email or phone number which is also located on her social media Facebook page. Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: A. Sign Variance for Steffans Jewelers, 325 Front Street, to allow two banners on the property and the posting of signage for an additional 19 days; C. Amended Professional Services Agreement (G802-2017) with FGM Architects in the amount of$32,800; D. Proposal from RenoSys Corporation in the amount of $72,865 for the replacement of the Merkel Aquatic Center pool liner; E. October 7, 2019, City Council Minutes; F. Issuance of Checks in the amount of$171,327.01; G. Issuance of As Needed Checks in the amount of$103,972.76. A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve consent agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Mihevc-absent, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 10.21.19 Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Item: B. Bid award for the 2019-2020 Winter Tree Trimming and Pruning Program contract to Trees "R" Us, Inc. of Wauconda, Illinois in the amount of $68,650; - pulled to separate consideration by Alderman Glab This item was explained by Diector of Public Works Strange clarification of the time frame was wanted by Alderman Glab. The Council discussed this topic in regards to time frame, and how many other towns use Trees "R" Us. The topic of how many trees are pruned daily was also touched upon. A motion was made by Alderman Sant! and seconded by Alderwoman Baehne to approve consent agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Mihevc-absent, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Individual Action Item Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: �► A. Motion to pass an Ordinance Amending Chapter 4: Alcoholic Liquor. Chief Birk explained Individual Action Item Agenda, explained states role in liquor licenses. These licenses will be brought in front of Council. A motion was made by Alderman Schaefer and seconded by Alderman Devine to approve individual action agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Mihevc-absent, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. B. Motion to approve a Class B Mixin Mingle, Inc. at 1118 N Green St, McHenry and adopt an Ordinance increasing the number of Class B licenses from 18 to 19; Administrator Moorefield explained the licenses. Alderman Glab asked who brings the alcohol for Mixin Mingle, the alcohol can be brought in for private invitation events, there is liability insurance. They would like to offer a cash bar open to the public event such as a city event. No public input. A motion was made by Alderwoman Baehne and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve individual action agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 5-ayes: Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 1-nays: Alderman Glab. 0-abstained. Motion carried. City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 10.21.19 C. Motion to pass an Ordinance Annexing Property Located at 1208 Charles Street, McHenry, Illinois. Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson explained this item. A few comments were made by council on this topic. Alderman Glab asked for clarification regarding this annexing. Wanted to know the benefits of this property annexation, will it be a problem down the road by taking this road in. His concern is the condition of this road and its upkeep in the future. A motion was made by Alderman Sant! and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve individual action agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 5-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderwoman Miller, Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Schaefer, Mayor Jett. 2-nays: Alderman Devine, Alderman Glab. 0-abstained. Motion carried. Discussion Items: A. Capital Development Study Presentation — Baxter and Woodman Community Development Director Polerecky introduced Baxter & Woodman. Three representatives presented the display that was brought to the Council's attention. Gave overview of what infrastructure is and needed for support of future development. Existing development fees, where development could occur in the City of McHenry. Distant development was also addressed also further distance such as 20 years plus. Primary focus on near future focus. Population projections were also presented which could effect the growth. Water System improvements were explained there are four main systems currently. Three options were presented to increase water system improvements. The future developments were also taken in consideration. They presented a graph with comparisons for the proposed water connections. Sanitary Sewer System Improvements were presented. Several options were given to help support the sewer system and connections. Sanitary Sewer and lift stations were also described before The Council. Comparison of water development fees were explained. Residential and non-residential fees were outlined. Some discussion occurred between Council Members. Community Development Director Polerecky asked Council to review both options supported by Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson as well. The discussion continued for some time. An ordinance to address the fees will be presented to Council per Community Development Director Polerecky. Executive Session: There was no executive session at this time. Staff Reports: Interim Director of Public WorksTroy Strange, five way highway improvement program was recived. Route 120 is part of this. Wants to talk about building funding for this project. Alderman Schaefer asked how things are going on Pearl Street, things are going well, light polls going up in November. City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 10.21.19 Mayor's Report: Nothing to report at this time. City Council Comments: Alderman Santi thanking the job well done. Alderman Glab wants increased committee meetings. Alderwoman Miller thanked Chief Birk for coming to the red hats meeting. Adjourn: A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to adjourn the meeting at 8:35. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderwoman Baehne, Alderman Mihevc-absent, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller: 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Wayn Je t, yor Trisha R mel, City Clerk