HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 06/06/2001 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 6, 2001
�.. The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor
Althoff, at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, June 6, 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 Administrator
Lobaito, City Clerk Jones, City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police Kostecki, Director
Community Development Napolitano, Assistant Director Public Works Marcinko, Director
Parks and Recreation Merkel, Assistant Administrator Maxeiner. Absent: Director Public
Works Batt.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT
No one signed in to speak during the Ten Minute Public Input Session.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Consent Agenda as
approved:
■ Approval: Block Party Request for August 25, 2001, from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. on
Crystal Trail;
■ Approval: Edgebrook Drainage Project Change Order No. 1 in the amount of
$63,548.85;
■ Approval: Waiver of bid —Auto Transfer Switch for CWWTP;
■ Approval: Year 2001 Mosquito Management Contracts with McHenry Township
and Clark Environmental;
�— ■ Approval: McHenry Public Library District Special Use Request for Petersen
Park Beach on August 3, 2001 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.;
■ Approval: List of As-Needed Checks:
GENERAL FUND
AFLAC 1,451.58
FIRST MIDWEST BANK 319.82
FOP UNITS I/II 1,148.00
IMRF 32,642.56
KOSTECKI, MICHAEL D 24.00
MCHENRY AREA YOUTH COMM 6,000.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 148.83
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 258.00
PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20
RESERVE ACCOUNT 1,200.00
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP 12.00
SAM'S CLUB 378.03
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 850.50
WALMART COMMUNITY BRC 563.54
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 50.00
CIRCUIT CITY 249.95
FBI NAA 15.00
GORNIAK, PATRICK 32.00
HOSPICE OF NORTHEATERN I 30.00
JONES, JANICE C 16.06
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 144.00
NUCPS REGISTRAR 1,580.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 198.88
SCHATZ, DON 195.00
SECRETARY OF STATE/INDEX 40.00
ST JUDES CHILDRENS HOSPI 35.00
ST MARYS EPISCOPAL CHURC 30.00
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 834.30
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND
HAMPTON LENZINI 6 RENWIC 9,003.65
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20
SCHAEFGES BROTHERS INC 102,474.53
REIL CONSTRUCTION INC 20,447.78
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STREET IMPROVEMENTS FUND
FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH 700,000.00
SPECIAL SERVICE AREA M1A-SHAMROC
CURRAN CONTRACTING CO 28,269.02
DEBT SERVICE FUND
BANK ONE 900.00
WATER/SEWER FUND
GLENBROOK EXCAVATING & C 9,198.30
KASHEIMER, DANIEL 22.48
RESERVE ACCOUNT 300.00
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 137.70
JOHNSON, JANET 75.00
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER 30.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,085.40
SANDIDGE, ROGER 30.35
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 137.70
BOND & INTEREST FUND
BANK ONE 900.00
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND
TONYAN & SONS INC, WILLI 9,200.00
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND
HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT 18,363.10
JOYCE, PATRICK J 323.40
INSURANCE FUND
MCH CTY MUNICIPAL RISK M 250,000.00
KARLSEN, DEBORAH AND RAN 34,241.51
GRAND TOTALS 433,359.37
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 51,480.25
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 9,003.65
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 125,995.51
DEBT SERVICE FUND 900.00
STREET IMPROVEMENTS FUND 700,000.00
SPECIAL SERVICE AREA #1A-SHAMROC 28,269.02
WATER/SEWER FUND 11,016.93
BOND & INTEREST FUND 900.00
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 9,200.00
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 18,686.50
INSURANCE FUND 284,241.51
TOTALS 1,239,653.37
■ Approval: City Council Minutes:
_■ May 9, 2001 Special Meeting;
■ May 16, 2001 Regularly Scheduled Meeting.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PRELIMINARY PLAT— LIBERTY TRAILS SUBDIVISION
In attendance was Attorney Samuel Diamond and property owner and developer
Roger Gerstad of Gerstad Builders.
Mayor Althoff stated Mr. Gerstad is seeking review, consideration and approval of
the Final Plat of Liberty Trails Subdivision, formerly known as the Diedrich Farm, located
just west of the intersection of Lincoln Road and Chapel Hill Road in McHenry. Mayor
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L,. Althoff noted the outstanding issue appears to be Outlot D, a five-acre parcel located at
the northeastern corner of the proposed development.
Mr. Gerstad stated Gerstad Builders is seeking Council approval of the Preliminary
Plat following 100% compliance with the City of McHenry Subdivision Control Ordinance.
He noted highlights of the proposed subdivision:
■ Boulevard entry at Lincoln Road which will be landscaped as required by the
annexation agreement;
■ City Park including heavily wooded area;
■ Outlots A,B, and C will all be water retention facilities; Outlot B will have a wet
bottom, and Outlots A and C will be dry bottom;
■ Rolling topography with natural elevation changes.
■ Street design exhibits a minimizing of cross intersections which will enhance
safety features in the subdivision;
■ Buffering with a berm and landscaping along Lincoln Road;
■ Landscape the northern perimeter of the property which borders the proposed
FAP420 right-of-way;
■ Landscape and screen the western boundary of Outlot D, located at the
northeastern corner of the subdivision, so as to buffer the subdivision from
Chapel Hill Road to the east;
■ Chapel Hill Road entrance curb cut has been approved by the McHenry County
Highway Department, subject to final engineering;
�-- Lots vary in size from % acre to % acre, with an average lot size over 15,000
square feet.
Mr. Gerstad reminded Council all lots in the proposed subdivision would be serviced
by City water and sewer facilities. The storm water system will assist in mediating existing
drainage problems in the area. The subdivision will include curb and public walks. Five
phases are being proposed as specified in the annexation agreement. Mr. Gerstad
summarized the development of the 191-lot subdivision as follows:
■ Phase 1 —47 lots;
■ Phase 2 — 30 lots;
■ Phase 3 —57 lots;
■ Phase 4— 32 lots;
■ Phase 5 —26 lots.
The subdivision will be developed from west to east. It is anticipated the buildout would be
complete within seven to nine years.
Mr. Gerstad stated the outstanding issue is the status of Outlots D and E. He noted
Outlot E is basically unbuildable and would be used to beautify the entrance from Chapel
Hill Road. There is a possibility of potential curb cut into the District 15 property from
Outlot E. Mr. Gerstad stated the purpose of Outlot D is to buffer adjacent lots from Chapel
Hill Road and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) right-of-way for the FAP420. He
noted Outlot D could be utilized as open space, a recreational park with athletic fields, a
church, a day care facility, a school recreational, or numerous other uses. Mr. Gerstad
stated the subdivision includes 191 single-family lots as specified in the annexation
agreement, and a total of 5 outlots to be used for retention and open space.
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Specifically, with regard to Outlot D, Mr. Gerstad requested Council approve its
designation on the plat as open space with a future use as approved by the City of
McHenry. In conclusion, Mr. Gerstad asked Council to approve the Preliminary Plat of
Liberty Trails Subdivision as presented.
Staff addressed a Council inquiry regarding a potential connection from Outlot E to
the District 15 Middle School Property and the potential future use of Outlot D, stating the
only way to satisfy these concerns is to add specific language to the plat prior to recording
designating restrictions for these outlots. Staff noted in the alternative a separate
document including all restrictive language for the outlots could be recorded, and
referenced on the plat and in an amendment to the annexation agreement, thereby alerting
future property owners of the restrictions on the outlots.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Mr. Gerstad noted Outlot D would be
owned and maintained by the developer. Alderman Glab opined Outlot D, with an
undetermined future use, adjacent to single family lots is not acceptable.
Alderman Murgatroyd stated all discussion during the annexation process involved
solely residential lots. He acknowledged open space in perpetuity is desirable for Outlot D,
however, any other use would not be acceptable. He concurs with language permitting
eventual access from Outlot E by McHenry School District 15. A lengthy discussion
occurred regarding potential impact on Liberty Trail residents by a non-residential use of
Outlot D.
Alderman Bolger stated the open space adjacent to the residential lots is desirable
and restrictions placed on Outlot D should be very specific. Following discussion initiated
by Alderman Glab, suggestion was made to reduce the number of residential lots from 191
to 190 so as to include Outlot D as the 191st residential lot.
It was the consensus of Council to seek other alternative Preliminary Plat layouts
from the developer. Mr. Gerstad presented for council review Preliminary Plat No 2
including Plan A, Plan B and Plan C as follows:
■ -Plan A: removing one of the lots and identifying Outlot D as residential lot no.
35;
■ Plan B: extends the side lot lines of lots 31-35 to create a dogleg Outlot D to
dedicated in perpetuity as open space;
■ Plan C: removes the rear lot line of lot 35 to incorporate Outlot D as part of lot
35.
Mr. Gerstad also noted in each of the three plans, direct access to Chapel Hill Road shall
not be permitted. Staff suggested redistributing the additional land being spread in Plan B
to lots abutting the northern perimeter of the subdivision, as well, in an effort to eliminate
long narrow lots. Discussion continued. Alderman Low stated it was this Council's
responsibility to consider this plan at this time and not defer action to a future date eight to
ten years hence. Mr. Gerstad responded he would be willing to include restrictive -�
language on the final plat prior to its recording. He requested Council provide direction
with regard to which plan is most desirable.
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Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to deny the approval of the Preliminary
`- Plat of Liberty Trails subdivision, and that the developer revise the plat removing Outlot D,
and include the area of Outlot D into adjoining single family lots, thereby increasing the
area of all adjacent lots to current Outlot D.
Voting Aye: Glab, Low, Murgatroyd.
Voting Nay: Bolger, Wimmer.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mayor Althoff informed Mr. Gerstad the approval of the Preliminary Plat has been
denied.
SIGN VARIANCE REQUEST FOR MEIJER STORES ON ROUTE 31 NORTH
In attendance was Mr. John Peterson of Woolpert Engineering, engineering
consultants for the Meijer Stores Project on the west side of Route 31 north of WalMart.
Mr. Peterson stated the applicant, Meijer Stores, a part of the Rubloff Development, is
seeking two variance requests: one for the Meijer Fresh Store; the second for the Meijer
Convenience Store.
Mr. Peterson stated the City of McHenry sign ordinance permits a maximum of two
wall signs on the Meijer Fresh Store building with a total allowable area of 792 square feet.
The request is for a total of eleven wall signs with a combined area of 738 square feet,
considerably less than that allowed by the ordinance. Mr. Peterson noted it was Staffs
recommendation to approve the request with the exception of the two proposed "welcome"
signs above each entrance. Mr. Peterson opined the "welcome" signs would accent the
entryways and requested Council consider approving the variance for these signs, as well
as the others specified by Staff.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to approve the request by Meijer Fresh Store
located on the west side of Route 31 north of WalMart, and to allow the following eleven
wall signs with a combined area of 738 square feet: Meijer Fresh, Drive-Thru Pharmacy,
Meat and Deli, Produce, Toy City, One-Hour Photo, Garden Center, Welcome (2), and
two future leasee signs.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mr. Peterson stated Meijer Convenience Store is likewise requesting a variance
from the City of McHenry sign ordinance which permits a maximum of two wall signs on
their building, located in the Rubloff Development on the west side of Route 31, north of
WalMart. He noted the City's sign ordinance permits a total sign area of 96 square feet.
s,. The applicant is seeking a variance to allow three canopy signs and one free-standing sign
with a total area of 91.5 square feet.
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In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Staff noted the height and style of the
monument sign would be consistent with proposed signs in the outlots of the Meijer/Home
Depot Subdivision.
Motion by Low, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the request for sign variance to
Meijer Convenience Store to allow the following four signs with a combined area of 91.5
square feet:: (3) Meijer canopy signs, and one free-standing Meijer monument sign;
subject to the condition that the monument sign be constructed of brick base.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ORDINANCES PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2619 WEST LINCOLN ROAD
Director Community Development Napolitano reminded Council the Applicants, Mr.
and Mrs. Randy Lively were in attendance at the Public Hearing held on May 30, 2001.
Following the Public Hearing regarding the annexation and annexation agreement for the
property located at 2619 West Lincoln Road, Council directed Staff to prepare ordinances
providing for the annexation of this property. It is Staffs recommendation to approve the
ordinances as presented. -�
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Bolger, to pass and approve an ordinance and
to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk's execution of the annexation agreement between
the City of McHenry and Mr. and Mrs. Randy Lively for the vacant property located at 2619
West Lincoln Road.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Althoff.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Murgatroyd, to pass and approve an ordinance
annexing the vacant Randy and Tracey Lively Property located at 2619 West Lincoln
Road.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Althoff.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REPLACEMENT OF VEHICLES FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTS
Assistant Director Public Works Marcinko stated the request is for three
replacement vehicles: two vehicles for Public Works and one vehicle for Community
Development Department. The request is to purchase the vehicles from Country Jeep in
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McHenry, Illinois in an amount not-to-exceed $55,195.44. Assistant Director Marcinko
noted the 2001-2002 Budget reflects a maximum of $22,000 for each vehicle for a total of
$66,000.
City Administrator noted Staff sought the purchase of the three vehicles from a local
dealer who quoted a price substantially less than the State Joint Purchase price. In
response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Staff responded the vehicles are better
equipped than vehicles supplied through the State purchasing program.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to authorize the purchase of three Jeep
Cherokees from Country Jeep in McHenry, Illinois at a cost not-to-exceed $55,195.44.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Althoff reminded Council the City's first Band Concert for the 2001 Season will
be held tomorrow, Thursday, June Ph at Veteran's Memorial Park.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
L,. Community Development Committee Chairman Alderman Wimmer reported a
Community Development Committee was held this evening just prior to the regularly
scheduled Council Meeting. Minutes will be forthcoming. Chairman Alderman Wimmer also
informed Council another Community Development Committee meeting will be scheduled
for sometime in July.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Director of Community Development Napolitano reported both he and Building
Commissioner Schwalenberg will be on vacation the week of June 11th. In their absence,
City Planner Maggio will supervise the Community Development Department.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reminded Council of the authorized
expenditure at the May 30, 2001 of $15,065 for a Ford Taurus through the Illinois State
Joint Purchasing Program. Local dealer Buss Ford missed the cut-off date for this
purchase. Buss Ford can produce a vehicle that would meet the State bid specifications;
however there is an additional cost of $600. Director Merkel requested Council approve
the additional $600 expenditure for the Ford Taurus. It was the consensus of Council to
consider the request as an Agenda Item at the June 13, 2001 regularly scheduled Council
Meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Glab noted he has some drainage and aesthetic concerns and requested
S— a meeting with Director Community Development Napolitano.
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OATH OF OFFICE—SERGEANT THOMAS J. OWEARA
In attendance were friends, fellow officers and the family of Officer Thomas J.
O'Meara, City of McHenry Police Department.
Mayor Althoff asked Chief Kostecki, Police Commission Chairman Timothy Wirfs,
Officer O'Meara and Mary Jean O'Meara to come forward for the swearing in ceremony.
Chief Kostecki stated Officer O'Meara first became a police officer for the McHenry
Police Department in 1974, served several years, and left to pursue other interests. Officer
returned to the Department in 1988 and has remained since that time, faithfully serving the
McHenry Community. He has consistently sought to improve himself through higher
education. Officer O'Meara has greatly earned the promotion he is being awarded this
evening as the City of McHenry's newest Sergeant.
Police Commission Chairman Wirfs administered the Oath of Office, officially
recognizing Thomas J. O'Meara as Sergeant for the City of McHenry Police Department.
Mayor Althoff and Council congratulated Sergeant O'Meara and wished him well in
his new position.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Low, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting at 8:42 p.m. '1
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer.
Voting Nay: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 8:42 p.m.
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