HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 07/11/2001 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
JULY 11, 2001
The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor
Althoff, at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, July 11, 2001 in the Council Chambers of the
Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab, Low,
Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance were: City Clerk Jones, City
Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police Kostecki, Assistant Director Public Works Marcinko,
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner, Director Community Development Napolitano, and
Director Parks and Recreation Merkel. City Administrator Lobaito arrived at 8:35 p.m.
Absent: Director Public Works Batt.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT
James Weir of 4314 Crestwood Street requested Council install speed limit signs on
Crestwood Street between Lillian and Mill Streets.
Sandra Hey of 1919 Eastern Avenue, addressed Council regarding the condition of
restoration of her property resulting from Phase IV of the Lakeland Park Drainage Project.
The project contractor, Gluth Brothers, has not responded to her complaints. Mayor Althoff
and Ward Three Alderman Low agreed to meet Mrs. Hey at her home on Thursday, July
12th.
PUBLIC HEARING: RIVERSIDE HOLLOW SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION —V3 REALTY
Mayor Althoff opened the Public Hearing regarding the annexation and zoning of V3
Realty's Riverside Hollow Subdivision, located at the intersection of McCullom Lake Road
and Riverside Drive, at 7:37 p.m. In attendance were Keith Blais, developer; Dwayne
Gillian, engineer, and Jim Bolz, attorney for the Applicant.
Mr. Blais addressed Council, noting the subject property is comprised of 54 acres
and is located on the east side of Riverside Drive, at its intersection with McCullom Lake
Road. Upon annexation the applicant is requesting rezoning to RS-2, Medium Density
Family Residential Zoning, in order to develop the property with a 95-lot subdivision. Mr.
Blais stated access to the development would occur from an east extension of McCullom
Lake Road, at Riverside Drive. Orchard Beach Subdivision, located immediately east of
the subject property, would then have direct access to McCullom Lake Road. The new
connection would allow for the vacation of a portion of Orchard Beach Drive at the
southwest corner of the property. Direct access via the McCullom Lake Road and
Riverside Drive intersection would assure safety for both the Riverside Hollow and
Orchard Beach Subdivision residents.
Mr. Blais continued, noting storm water would be detained in a pond located at the
southeast corner of the site. He noted the developer has agreed to pay for the extension of
the City water main to the development.
�-- Mr. Blais informed Council V3 Realty has addressed the Orchard Beach
Homeowner's Association concerns, specifically:
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• Safe : McCullom Lake Road and Riverside Drive intersection provides
access to Orchard Beach Drive and allows for the vacation and/or elimination
of the Orchard Beach Drive/ Riverside Drive intersection
• Flooding: Final engineering for the development will allow for site drainage
and the upsizing of storm sewers to accommodate existing drainage for a
portion of Orchard Beach Drive.
• Orchard Beach Drive Roadway Expansion: An easement will be provided and
dedicated for roadway expansion and utility installation along Orchard Beach
Drive.
Mr. Blais proposed Council waive the Park Developer Donation Fees in lieu of a
parkland donation consisting of 14.5 acres, located east of the FAP 420 right-of-way.
Mayor Althoff stated, based upon development policies recently adopted by Council,
acceptance of parkland in lieu of park developer donations is undesirable.
Mayor Althoff requested Council inquiry and/or comments.
In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Blais stated V3 Realty has agreed to provide a
15-foot drainage easement along the east property line. The storm sewer would be
oversized to accommodate drainage from the Orchard Beach Subdivision.
Alderman Bolger opined the drainage easements should be wider than 15-feet. He
also opined Orchard Beach Subdivision residents should be invited to annex to the City.
Mayor Althoff suggested language be inserted in the Annexation Agreement
indicating City approval be conditioned upon easement concurrence by the Orchard Beach
Homeowners Association and assurance all drainage issues are resolved. A lengthy
discussion ensued.
Alderman Glab enumerated his concerns regarding proposed access points on
Riverside Drive. In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Staff stated architectural
standards will be required which exceed current City minimums. Alderman Murgatroyd
opined current architectural standards appear to be open ended and suggested language
concerning minimum standards be incorporated into the Annexation Agreement.
Additionally, he expressed concerns about the two-year build out and recommended Staff
incorporate an extended build-out into the Annexation Agreement.
Alderman Low suggested additional discussions take place at a Parks and
Recreation Committee meeting regarding the park developer donation issue. She
suggested the issue be discussed at the August 8, 2001 Parks and Recreation Committee
Meeting.
Mayor Althoff opened the floor to public comment. -IN
Paul Dreiske of 2316 North Orchard Beach Road, Secretary of the Orchard Beach
Home Owner's Association, addressed Council. Mr. Dreiske stated the following
consensus had been reached by the Association regarding the development of Riverside
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Hollow Subdivision:
• Homes should have a starting price of$300,000;
• The developer should provide a safe entrance for the existing homes on
Orchard Beach Road;
• The developer should upgrade the existing storm drains, Nos. 3 and 4, and
install a new drain, No. 5, as depicted on the site plan, to insure adequate
storm control;
• The developer should provide a 25-foot easement along the western edge of
Orchard Beach Road;
• The developer should provide a berm or hedge along the eastern edge of
Riverside Hollow where it abuts the western edge of Orchard Beach Road.
In response to Mayor Althoff s inquiry, City Clerk Jones stated there were no written
and/or verbal comments received in the Clerk's Office with regard to this matter.
City Administrator Lobaito arrived at 8:35 p.m.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Glab, to close the Public Hearing regarding the
annexation and zoning of the V3 Realty's Riverside Hollow Subdivision comprised of 54
acres and located at the intersection of McCullom Lake Road and Riverside Drive, at 8:40
�.- p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
It was the consensus of Council the Petitioner return to Council upon resolution of
the following issues:
• A 14.5-acre parkland dedication in lieu of park developer donations.
• Development of Lot 97 as a tot lot.
• Language to be developed and inserted in the Annexation Agreement
regarding drainage issues.
• Address concerns regarding correction of drainage on Orchard Beach Road
for storm drain nos. 3, 4 and 5.
• Address size of Lot No. 96 and specific engineering questions;
• Address architectural standards
• Address 25-foot right of way
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Low, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
■ Block Party Requests:
■ Saturday, August 25, 2001, Lorient Drive — Jackie Bickel;
■ Saturday, August 11, 2001, Burning Tree Circle — Jerri Beers;
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■ List of As-Needed Checks:
GENERAL FUND
AFLAC 1,438.70
FIRST MIDWEST BANK 226.33
FOP UNITS I/II 1,336.50
IMRF 33,161.05
MCPOA 535.90
MICHAEL'S BISTRO 380.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 148.83
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 261.00
PAPA JOHNS PIZZA 23.90
PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20
SECRETARY OF STATE 80.00
TEAMSTERS LOCAL UNION #3 3,410.00
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 850.50
UNITED WAY OF MCHENRY CO 75.00
UNITED WAY OF MCHENRY CO 375.00
WALMART COMMUNITY BRC 313.89
AFTER THE FOX 170.00
COUNTRY JEEP IN MCHENRY 55,195.44
GC MASONRY & TUCKPOINTIN 26,900.00
ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGU 120.00
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE 38.00
KORZEC, VICTORIA 12.00
LANDMARK FORD 100,605.00
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT 60.00
MCHENRY COUNTY COLLECTOR 5,133.63
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 54.00
MCHENRY POLICE PENSION F 123,374.18
MURPHY'S TENTS 1,650.00
NEIL COMPANIES, G 113.86
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,526.33
RECORD A HIT 650.00
RICHARD H ORTON MEMORIAL 35.00
SECRETARY OF STATE 638.00
SECRETARY OF STATE / POL 80.00
SOME OTHER NUTS 18.50
WISCTF 25.00
WOODSTOCK SWIMMING ASSOC 561.00
BAND FUND
NINO CRUZ 200.00
PORTER, LORI 150.00
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND
BAXTER & WOODMAN 18,629.76
SMITH ENGINEERING CONSUL 15,727.01
WATER/SEWER FUND
MILL-TECH PRODUCTS INC 1,100.00
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 137.70
WALMART COMMUNITY BRC 28.65
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER 20.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,703.44
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND
HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT 17,395.51
GRAND TOTALS 420,735.01
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 362,609.74
BAND FUND 350.00
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 3,033.20
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 34,356.77
WATER/SEWER FUND 2,989.79
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 17,395.51
TOTALS 420,735.01
■ City Council Minutes: -�
■ Committee of the Whole- May 21, 2001
■ Committee of the Whole - May 30, 2001
■ Regular Council Meeting -June 13, 2001
■ Regular Council Meeting - June 18, 2001.
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Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MCCULLOM LAKE SANITARY SEWERS
John Roth, attorney for the Village of McCullom Lake, Ralph Regner, Village
President and Doug Youmans, Trustee of McCullom Lake and Thomas Puraldewski of
Baxter & Woodman, Inc. were in attendance.
Mayor Althoff reminded Council the Village of McCullom Lake was successful in
passing a referendum which would provide for the extension of sanitary sewer lines from
the City of McHenry sanitary sewer system to service the existing Village of McCullom
Lake residents. Treatment of Village of McCullom Lake sewage would be done by the City
of McHenry treatment plants, as the Village of McCullom Lake lies within the City of
McHenry's Facility Planning Area.
Mayor Althoff noted she and Staff met with representatives of the Village of
McCullom Lake to discuss policies and procedures to implement the project. It was
determined an intergovernmental agreement is would effectively outline and establish the
obligations of each community.
Mr. Roth addressed Council, requesting Staff be directed to enter into negotiations
to formulate an intergovernmental agreement to enable the City of McHenry to treat the
Village of McCullom Lake sewage once the sewer lines are installed. Mr. Roth also
requested Council direct Staff to draft a letter, required by the Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency, stating the City's intent to enter into an inter-governmental agreement
with the Village of McCullom Lake for this purpose.
Alderman Bolger inquired as to the capacity of the City's facilities to handle sewage
from the Village of McCullum Lake. Staff responded currently there is adequate capacity.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to direct Staff to draft an Intergovernmental
Agreement between the City of McHenry and the Village of McCullom Lake for sanitary
sewer service, and to draft a letter to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency,
notifying them of the City of McHenry's intent to enter into an Intergovernmental
Agreement with the Village of McCullom Lake for sanitary sewer service.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
L- SIGN VARIANCE REQUEST — MORRIE AND SONS AUTO REPAIR, 5110 WEST ELM
STREET
Michael Ketchum, President and owner of Morrie and Sons Auto Repair, located at
5110 West Elm Street, addressed Council. Mr. Ketchum noted he recently relocated his
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business to 5110 W. Elm Street located within the City of McHenry corporate boundaries.
Mr. Ketchum stated Staff informed him one freestanding sign with a maximum area of 65
square feet and two wall signs feet are allowed on the site. Mr. Ketchum noted there are
two existing freestanding signs on the property having a combined area of 64 square feet.
The total square footage of both freestanding signs is less than the total amount allowed
for the property. In addition, Mr. Ketchum has reduced the number of wall signs from four
to two, in compliance with the sign regulations.
It is the recommendation of Staff to approve the request by Morrie and Sons located
at 5110 West Elm Street and to allow two free-standing signs having a total area of 64
square feet.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the sign variance for Morrie
and Sons Auto Repair, located at 5110 West Elm Street, permitting two free-standing signs
with a total area not-to-exceed 64 square feet.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
SIGN VARIANCE REQUEST/WIAVER OF FEES — FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 509 N
FRONT STREET
Rick Coogalin representing the First Baptist Church, 509 Front Street was in
attendance. Mr. Coogalin, stated the First Baptist Church is requesting approval of a
variance to permit the installation of a temporary sign on the church property and waiver of
the permit fees. He noted the proposed sign would advertise the Mission Bautista Jezreel
congregation, a small congregation currently meeting at the First Baptist Church on a
temporary basis. The sign would be professionally prepared and measure 3' x 5' with a
total area of 15 square feet. It would be located adjacent to the church's permanent sign,
approximately 20' from the front property line. Mr. Coogalin stated the First Baptist Church
is requesting the sign be allowed for a minimum of two years and not to exceed three
years.
Staff iterated Council has previously approved variances for temporary signs with
the stipulation that the permit be renewed on an annual basis. Discussion ensued.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Low, to approve the sign variance and waiver of
permit fees for First Baptist Church, 509 N. Front Street, and permit the installation of a
temporary sign at 509 North Front Street, on behalf of Mission Bautista Jezreel, for a
period not-to-exceed one year.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Low, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: Glab, Wimmer
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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L ORDINANCES APPROVING ANNEXATION AGREEMENT, ANNEXATION, REZONING -
502 S ROUTE 31
Council, at the July 2, 2001 Council Meeting, directed Staff to prepare ordinances
providing for the execution of the annexation agreement, annexation and zoning of the
Rosemary A. Swierk property located at 502 South Route 31. The only outstanding issue
was the $500 annexation fee. Ms. Swierk noted the subject property will be used solely for
parking. Council suggested the annexation agreement include language requiring payment
of the $500 annexation fee if and when the use of the lot is changed. City Administrator
Lobaito said the agreement has been amended to include the language requested by
Council.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to pass and approve an ordinance
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk's execution of the annexation agreement between the
City of McHenry and Ms. Rosemary A. Swierk for the property located at 502 S. Route 31,
McHenry, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Althoff.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
L Motion by Low, seconded by Bolger, to pass and approve an ordinance annexing
the Rosemary A. Swierk property located at 502 S. Route 31, McHenry, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Althoff.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to pass and approve an ordinance rezoning
the Rosemary A. Swierk property to C-5 Highway Commercial
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
LIBERTY TRAILS— REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT
The developer of Liberty Trails Subdivision, Mr. Roger Gerstad, was in attendance.
City Administrator Lobaito noted Council, at the June 6, 2001 regularly scheduled Council
Meeting, Mr. Roger Gerstad appeared before the Council and requested Council consider
Gerstad Builders request for approval of the preliminary plat of Liberty Trails Subdivision.
City Administrator Lobaito stated the property was annexed to the City in July 2000 and
was rezoned and approved for development of up to 191 single-family units.
City Administrator Lobaito stated, at the June 6"' meeting, Council's discussion
focused on the future use of Outlot D. The developer indicated Outlot D would act as a
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buffer between Liberty Trails residents and Chapel Hill Road. The developer also indicated
Outlot D could potentially be utilized for non-residential development, i.e. a church or day
care center. Council directed Mr. Gerstad to reduce the size of Outlot D, thereby,
enlarging adjacent lots and reducing the size of the buffer.
City Administrator Lobaito stated Mr. Gerstad has revised the preliminary plat
pursuant to Council's direction. The Preliminary Plat has been amended as follows:
• Tyler Trail has been relocated further east by approximately 60 feet, providing
additional area for Lots 30, 31, 32, 33 and 34;
■ Lot 35, formerly Outlot D, is designated a 4-acre residential lot;
■ Outlot E, has been incorporated into Lot 60.
A lengthy discussion ensued.
City Attorney McArdle suggested wording be added to the preliminary plat indicating
Lot 60, or portions thereof, may be dedicated to School District 15. If the property is
dedicated to the School District 15, access from Truman Trail should be restricted to a
location within 150 feet from the centerline of Chapel Hill Road. It was the consensus of
Council to add the appropriate language to the plat.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the preliminary plat of Liberty
Trails, prepared by Howard Surveying Co., Inc., dated January 29, 2001, with a revision
date of June 12, 2001, subject to the inclusion of language restricting direct access to
Truman Trail to an area within 150 feet from the centerline of Chapel Hill Road.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Althoff informed Council she is meeting with the Village President of
Lakemoor to pursue a boundary agreement. Meetings are also tentatively scheduled with
the Presidents of the Villages of Prairie Grove and McCullom Lake.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Alderman Bolger stated a Public Works Committee meeting was held on July 9,
2001 to discuss traffic visibility at the intersection of Green Street and Larkin Lane.
Minutes of the meeting will be forthcoming.
Alderman Low informed Council a Parks and Recreation Committee meeting was
conducted on July 10, 2001. The primary topic of discussion was the Recreation Center.
Minutes of the meeting will be forthcoming. Alderman Low also informed Council a
Committee of the Whole meeting will be scheduled in October to continue discussions .IN
regarding the Recreation Center.
Alderman Murgatroyd reported a Finance and Personnel Committee Meeting has
been scheduled for July 13, 2001.
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DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Chief Kostecki addressed the Council concerning reports of vehicles speeding on
Green Street and Larkin Lane. He advised Council a targeted patrol will monitor this
intersection to assess motorists' speed both northbound and southbound on Green Street.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported preparations are underway for
Fiesta Days. He also noted the Twin Cities-Chicago AIDS riders will be arriving at Knox
Park on Friday, July 14, 2001.
Assistant Director of Public Works Marcinko reported the bid opening for the North
Interceptor Sewer took place on July 10, 2001. The low bid was submitted by George W.
Kennedy of Park City, Illinois in an amount of$2,598,707.20.
Director of Community Development Napolitano reported a Community
Development Committee Meeting has been scheduled for July 18, 2001 at which time the
committee will address the tree preservation ordinance, burning regulations, sump pump
language restrictions, and parking restrictions for recreational vehicles/TA licensed
vehicles. Director Napolitano stated applications are currently being reviewed for the
position of City Planner. He opined Staff will complete interviews and submit top
candidates for Council approval in the near future.
`. City Administrator informed Council of a meeting with the Timber Trails
Homeowners Association members concerning the easements required for the North
Interceptor Sewer Project. He noted the project was explained in detail and concerns were
addressed. He opined the residents appeared receptive and the meeting was productive.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Low, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
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