HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/21/2001 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 21, 2001
A Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Cuda,
at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 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,
Deputy Clerk Kunzer, City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police Kostecki, Director Community
Development Napolitano, Director of Public Works Batt, Director Parks and Recreation
Merkel, Assistant Administrator Maxeiner. Absent: City Clerk Althoff.
Mayor Cuda noted two new City employees in attendance at this evening's meeting.
Director of Public Works Batt introduced the following to Council:
■ Jason Wroblewski Public Works Street Division
■ Mark Schaid Public Works Sanitary Sewer Division.
Mayor Cuda and Council welcomed the new employees and wished them well in
their tenure with the City.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT
Mike Borchardt of 2021 North Oak Drive addressed Council regarding drainage
problems he is experiencing at his residence. Mayor Cuda asked Director of Public Works
Batt to speak with Mr. Borchardt in an effort to clarify the extent of his drainage problems.
Director Batt was directed to report his findings to Council in Friday's Agenda Packet.
`- Director of Public Works Batt left the meeting with Mr. Borchardt at 7:34 p.m.
PRESENTATION: SHAMROCK BASEBALL ASSOCIATION
Alderman Bill Baird and Len Herriges, founders of the Shamrock Baseball
Association, were in attendance, as well as several coaches and members of the
Shamrock Baseball Team. Alderman Baird provided a brief overview of the origin of the
Shamrock Baseball Association. He reminded Council the Association presented the City
of McHenry with a check in the amount of $800 toward the purchase of a portable mound
for the City's Parks. The McHenry Baseball League also contributed $400 toward the
mound. Tonight the Association would like to make the final payment toward the mound's
purchase.
Mayor Cuda, on behalf of the City of McHenry, accepted a check in the amount of
$715 from the Shamrock Baseball Association as final payment for the portable mound to
be utilized in the City of McHenry Parks. Mayor Cuda and Council thanked the Association
for their generous donation and wished them well in their new baseball season.
PRESENTATION: NISRA 7T" ANNUAL RECOGNITION BANQUET
Ms. Dana Seehafer, Special Olympics/Special Events Coordinator, and Ray
Frankfort, Special Olympic Athlete, were in attendance. Ms. Seehafer invited the Mayor
and City Council to attend NISRA's 71h Annual Recognition Banquet to be held at the
Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake, Illinois on Friday, May 4, 2001. She noted the banquet honors
the many individuals and organizations that have contributed to NISRA programs and
fundraising efforts during the past year. Ms. Seehafer and Mr. Frankfort presented
invitations to each of the elected officials and encouraged them to attend the event.
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Mayor Cuda thanked Ms. Seehafer and Mr. Frankfort for their presentation this ~
evening and for the invitation to attend the Annual Recognition Banquet.
PRESENTATION: PACE/DIAL-A-RIDE BY AARON SHEPLEY
Crystal Lake Mayor and PACE Board Member Aaron Shepley was in attendance.
Mr. Shepley provided the Council with an overview of the formation of the PACE Dial-A-
Ride Service and how it is impacted by local ridership or lack thereof. He noted when the
Regional Transportation Authority was created, collar counties would participate only if
they were assured fair share local programming. Dial-A-Ride was created to provide
transportation assistance. Local municipalities are required to fund a portion of this
service. In addition, a user rate assists in underwriting the cost of the service.
Mr. Shepley noted there are three fixed routes in McHenry County servicing area
residents. The Dial-A-Ride service is a call as-needed program with a typical 30-minute
turnaround. Mr. Shepley opined McHenry County residents should be getting more service
for the amount of money which is underwritten by local government agencies. He
suggested all local government agencies:
■ Write to State Legislature representatives to seek their assistance in acquiring more
timely service from PACE so that McHenry County residents receive their "fair share";
■ Investigate a new PACE program entitled "Municipal Van Pool" program whereby a
municipality is permitted to lease a van from PACE. The leased van can be utilized as -,
specified by the municipality.
In conclusion, Mr. Shepley stated the McHenry County municipalities should work
together to assure high levels of service from PACE and its Dial-A-Ride Program.
Alderman Glab stated the City is prepared to begin a PACE Dial-A-Ride Voucher
Program and asked the impact of the vouchers on the viability of the Dial-A-Ride Program.
Mr. Shepley responded the pitfall could be if the program is too successful, it could
ultimately slow down the response time which at this point is 30 minutes within time of
request.
In response to Alderman Bolger's inquiry, Mr. Shepley stated the van from the
Municipal Van Pool could perhaps be made handicapped accessible, but not as
accessible as the PACE Dial-A-Ride buses.
Mayor Cuda thanked Mr. Shepley for his timely report and requested information be
provided regarding the Municipal Van Pool Program.
PUBLIC HEARING: CUNAT BROTHERS INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND REFINANCING
Mayor Cuda opened the Public Hearing regarding the refinancing of the Industrial
Revenue Bonds for Cunat Brothers Westside Crest Apartments at 8:00 p.m.
Attorney Samuel Diamond, of Diamond, LeSueur and Associates and Christopher
Zak of Cunat Brothers Inc. were in attendance. Mr. Zak stated the Letter of Credit which
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supports the current Industrial Revenue Bonds for Cunat Brothers Westside Crest
Apartments is expiring. In light of this expiration, it is appropriate to refinance the Industrial
Revenue Bonds totaling $5.5 million as follows:
$3.8 million in tax exempt bonds
$1.7 million in taxable bonds.
Attorney Diamond reminded Council when Industrial Revenue Bonds are issued,
the City incurs no financial liability. All refinancing costs associated with the bond issuance
will be borne by Cunat Brothers.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Mr. Diamond stated the purpose of the
additional taxable funds is for capital expenditures to maintain the premises of the subject
property.
In response to Mayor Cuda's inquiry, there were no questions or comments from the
audience.'Deputy Clerk Kunzer stated there were no verbal or written comments submitted
to the Office of the City Clerk with regard to the refinancing of the Cunat Brothers Industrial
Revenue Bonds for Westside Crest Apartments.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to close the Public Hearing regarding the
refinancing of Cunat Brothers Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Westside Crest
Apartments.
L.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:08 p.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by McClatchey, to approve the bond resolution as
submitted relating to Westside Crest Apartments, and authorize the Mayor's execution and
the City Clerk's attestation of the same, contingent upon the City Attorney's approval of the
language and content of all bond documents.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING: MCHENRY SAVINGS BANK ANNEXATION
Mayor Cuda opened the Public Hearing on the annexation, annexation agreement,
zoning reclassification, conditional use permit, variance and preliminary plat approval for
McHenry Savings Bank Plaza, located on the east side of Route 31 at the entrance to
�- Knox Park at 8:09 p.m.
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In attendance were Attorney John Roth from Roth and Feetterer; Kathleen -ON
Marinangel and James Marinangel, McHenry Savings Bank owners, in addition to Wayne
Amore, and Kathleen Pelz, McHenry Savings Bank Officers; Project Manager Mike
Anderson from Anderson and Associates; Architect Mike Hartel of Kirk and Partners;
Project Engineer Jim Condon from Condon Consulting Engineers.
Attorney Roth stated the Petitioner, McHenry Savings Bank, is seeking annexation,
annexation agreement, zoning reclassification, conditional use permit to allow a drive-
through banking facility, and variance regarding the parking requirements as stated in the
City's Zoning Ordinance. The Preliminary Plat was presented before the City of McHenry
Plan Commission on January 5, 2001. A Public Hearing before the Zoning Board of
Appeals requesting zoning reclassification, conditional use for a drive through banking
facility and a variance as to the required parking was held on January 15, 2001. Both the
Plan Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval
of the Petitioners' request.
Attorney Roth noted the Petitioners were present and willing to respond to
questions or concerns raised by Council.
In response to Alderman Baird's inquiry, Attorney Roth stated there are two
proposed full access points from Route 31. The previously proposed third right-in right-out
access has been eliminated as it was denied by Illinois Department of Transportation.
Alderman Baird inquired if there was any intention of connecting the McHenry Savings
Bank Plaza ring road to existing development to the south. City Administrator Lobaito
noted the issue of interconnecting the developments along the east side of Route 31 did
not surface until the Public Hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals on January 15,
2001. Director of Community Development Napolitano stated as there is no specific site
plan, and it is therefore unknown if an interconnection could be made between the two
developments. Alderman Baird opined an internal connection between the two
developments would be advantageous. A lengthy discussion occurred regarding the
advisability of a frontage road parallel to Route 31 from the intersection of Bull Valley Road
north to Knox Drive.
Mayor Cuda noted Staff requested the developer construct the ring road in order to
limit curb cuts on State Route 31 as well as for access to the future development of the
Knox Park Property. It was noted the eastern boundary of the ring road abuts the municipal
Knox Park property. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Marinangel stated Knox Drive will
be not removed, but will be improved to City standards.
Alderman Baird objected to the construction of a frontage road located only 25-30
feet east of Route 31. He opined an interconnecting roadway should be setback further
from Route 31. In response to Alderman Baird's request for clarification, Mr. Marinangel
noted all buildings would have two front facades in an attempt to improve aesthetics along
Route 31. Lot accessibility would be attained either directly from the ring road, or, from a —�
north-south 50' access easement dedicated for that purpose and located between lots 18-
36 and lots 37-54.
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Mr. Marinangel informed Council the petitioners are planning to have buildings
situated alongRoute 31 with parking in the rear, to eliminate a strip mall-style
development. Mr. Marinangel noted subdivision covenants and restrictions will be recorded
to insure conformance.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Mr. Marinangel, citing the land topography,
stated the bank building is being constructed on the south end of the property. In response
to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Architect Mike Hartel stated the bank building is actually three
stories with a total elevation of 41' from grade. In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry,
Attorney Roth stated the covenants and restrictions will include architectural standards.
Mayor Cuda suggested the covenants and restrictions be reviewed by Council when
this ordinances of annexation, annexation agreement, zoning reclassification, conditional
use permit and preliminary plat approval return to Council for formal action.
In 'response to an inquiry from Alderman Murgatroyd, Attorney Roth stated the
Petitioners are seeking a reduction from 125% to 110% in the amount of Letter of Credit
required in order to reduce the Petitioners' out-of-pocket cost. He noted the risk to the City
reference this project is very low. In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Mr.
Marinangel stated the 3% contribution toward the cost of traffic signalization at Knox Drive
and Route 31 is realistic. He noted the vast amount of vacant property in the area which
must yet be developed, as well as new development in the area, which should help
�. shoulder the cost of the traffic signal. In addition, Mr. Marinangel stated, the Petitioners are
building the ring road to City specifications, and the City will benefit and utilize it as an
access to its property to the east. The Petitioners are also oversizing the water mains
which will go into Knox Park.
Director of Public Works Batt returned to the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
Staff noted the Petitioner is seeking a variance to install sanitary sewer lines in the
right-of-way. Director of Community Development Napolitano noted the City's Subdivision
Control Ordinance requires the locating of sewer lines beneath the street. The Petitioners
are seeking a variance to install the sewers in the right-of-way. Architect Mike Hartel
explained the need for a variances is to permit the utilization of Knox Drive for the
northern leg of the ring road. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Hartel stated the water
main will loop around the ring road. The sanitary sewer main will run along Route 31 and
be stubbed to the north and south legs of the ring road.
Alderman Glab noted the ring road abuts Knox Park which is zoned residential. He
inquired if landscaping is planned to appropriately screen the commercial development
from the park. City Administrator Lobaito noted in this instance, there is right-of-way
separating the two uses. If screening is required, it would be located east of the ring road
and would be located on municipal property. Discussion followed regarding buffering and
screening the commercial property from the park.
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At Alderman Glab's initiation, Council discussed the amount of parking shown on
the proposed bank lot. It was the consensus of Council parking depicted on the Site Plan
is adequate for a banking facility. Alderman Glab expressed concern regarding the
potential widening of Route 31 and the possible loss of parking from the bank site and/or
the parking lot expansion land bank. Director of Community Development Napolitano noted
Illinois Department of Transportation would be signatory on the Final Plat. Right-of-way
issues they would be addressed prior to that time.
Engineering Consultant James Condon stated Illinois Department of Transportation
is requiring right turn lanes from the south. The right turn lanes are depicted on the site
plan. In addition, there is currently a distance of 17' from the right-of-way to the parking lot
land bank.
In response to Alderman Baird's inquiry, Mr. Marinangel stated there are no
potential purchasers of property within the subdivision at this time.
Mayor Cuda opened the floor to audience comment and/or questions.
John Swierk, owner and proprietor of Direct Design Inc, 400 South Route 31,
addressed Council, stating his property is located immediately south of the subject
property. He stated when he received approval for his White Hen Express Project on -,
Route 31, he was under the impression the City anticipated interconnection of the
properties on the east side of Route 31. He opined limited access onto Route 31 should be
sought. The City should make every attempt to interconnect the properties via cross-
access easement agreements, or whatever means necessary.
There were no other comments or questions by members of the audience. In
response to Mayor Cuda's inquiry, Deputy Clerk Kunzer stated there were no verbal or
written comments received by the Clerk's Office with regard to this matter.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to close the Public Hearing at 9:18 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Public Hearing was closed at 9:18 p.m.
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`.. Motion by Baird, seconded by Glab, to accept the unanimous recommendation of
the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Plan Commission, and to direct Staff to create
ordinances to allow the annexation, annexation agreement, zoning reclassification,
conditional use permit, parking variance and Preliminary Plat approval for McHenry
Savings Bank Plaza, located on the east side of Route 31 at the entrance to Knox Park for
Council approval at the April 4, 2001 regularly scheduled Council Meeting; and that the
Petitioners provide covenants and restrictions for the McHenry Savings Bank Plaza, for
Council review and comment, in conjunction with Final Plat approval.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA:
At Alderman Glab's request, Consent Agenda Item #4, Amendment to Municipal
Code Chapter 18, Police Department General Orders 46.2.5 was removed from the
Consent Agenda, for further discussion.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Glab„ to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows:
■ Approval: Resolution authorizing the update and Notice Publication of the City of
L McHenry Zoning Map;
■ Approval: Hire replacement employee for the position of Administration
Clerk/Receptionist:
■ Approval: Request for waiver of fees for use of Petersen Park;
■ Approval: List of Bills:
GENERAL FUND
A W TOOL SALES INC 94.81
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 840.11
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 1,546.37
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 640.44
AERIAL EQUIPMENT INC 405.88
AHLBORN EQUIPMENT INC 56.52
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO 488.80
AMERICAN COMMUNITY BANK 30.00
AMERICAN RED CROSS OF GR 411.20
AMERITECH 4,937.69
ANDERSON TREE SERVICE IN 1,050.00
ARNET, ALICE 12.10
ARROW UNIFORM RENTAL INC 220.20
ASECOM INC 252.98
ASSOCIATED BAG COMPANY 239.49
AT&T EASYLINK SERVICES 27.50
B AND H INDUSTRIES 56.50
BANDIT INDUSTRIES INC 236.96
BATT, FREDRIC C 70.00
BAXTER & WOODMAN 43,895.34
BERGGREN, LOREN W 108.00
BOELTER, JULIE 14.56
BONCOSKY OIL COMPANY 14,782.62
BONNELL INDUSTRIES INC 94.00
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 114.62
BRADY & ASSOCIATES, PHIL 2,185.00
BROWNSEY SUPPLY CO, L M 56.52
N1- BUILDERS PLUMBING & 82.91
BUNCH DISTRIBUTING INC 103.90
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BURNS INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 135.07
BUSINESS & LEGAL REPORTS 320.08
BUSS FORD SALES 1,878.30
C&H DISTRIBUTORS INC 224.28
CARPENTER, ROBIN 56.00
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL HE 415.50
CINGULAR WIRELESS 255.16
CMS HOLDINGS INC 150.00
COMER 13,489.14
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECT 1,500.00
COMMUNICATIONS REVOLVING 169.00
CORLANDS 2,050.13
COUGHLIN, DIANE 10.00
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 53.00
CRYSTAL LAKE RADIATOR & 300.00
CRYSTAL MANOR STABLE 450.00
CTC 150.00
CURRAN CONTRACTING CO 390.00
CUSTOM VEHICLE SYSTEMS I 60.00
D & J AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY 147.61
DISCOUNT SCHOOL SUPPLY 65.21
DOOR SYSTEMS INC 239.25
DOWE & WAGNER INC 78.00
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH 146.10
EW S RENTAL & SALES INC 556.80
EDGERTON, SUSAN 32.00
EXTECH COMPANY 97.35
FAMILY FUN 12.95
FAST EDDIES CAR WASH 95.50
FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD 152.90
FREUND INTERNATIONAL 71.17
G COMMUNICATIONS 341.40
G IMPRESSIONS 170.00
GAMETIME 21.54
GERMAN FEST MILWAUKEE IN 180.00
GORNIAK, PATRICK 60.00
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFIC 120.00
GROWER EQUIPMENT & SUPPL 102.68
HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON 75.00
HARRIS & ASSOC INC, BRUC 66.50
HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT 31.95
HILLER & SON INC, GEORGE 575.00
HOWENSTEIN, ALICE 10.00
IDEAL UNIFORM SERVICE 213.79
ILLINOIS DEPT OF NATURAL 57.00
IMPRESSIVE IMAGES 22.90
INNOVATIVE PACKAGING INC 190.26
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIO 60.00
IPRA 511.00
JEPSEN TIRE 1,266.97
JEWEL FOOD STORES 70.55
JONES TRAVEL & TOUR 805.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC 955.98
KAR PRODUCTS 1,236.99
KDS TECH SERVICES INC 290.60
KIRCHNER FIRE 107.75
KLITZ CUTTING TOOLS INC 10.00
KRAJCI, KELLI 43.00
KTD MANUFACTURING AND 263.71
KUNZER, KATHLEEN 16.12
LANDMARK CONTRACTORS INC 142,171.46
LEACH ENTERPRISES INC 281.28
LETN PRIMEDIA WORKPLACE 576.00
LORCH, NANCY 70.72
LUBBEN, PAT 12.75
LUND INDUSTRIES 125.00
LUNKENHEIMER, PATTIE 30.75
MAXEINER, DOUGLAS K 30.00
MAYFAIR CARPETS & FURNIT 226.00
MCANDREWS & CUNABAUGH 61800.00
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC 533.62
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT 560.00
MCHENRY AREA CHAMBER OF 996.00
MCHENRY AUTO BODY CO INC 2,336.94
MCHENRY AUTO PARTS 2,035.86
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 154.00
MCHENRY POLICE PENSION F 1,307.44
MCHENRY SHOOTING CENTER 420.00
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MCHENRY SPECIALTIES 4.50
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 86.74
MERTZ, GARY 188.66
MINOR, KIMBERLY 93.50
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 961.86
MIRACLE RECREATION EQUIP 17.96
MOLL, DALE 114.98
MOLNAR, JAMES 186.90
MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT 423.87
MUNIMETRIX SYSTEMS CORP 395.00
NAES 35.00
NATIONAL BUSINESS FURNIT 248.95
NCR 4,000.00
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS 373.83
NICOR GAS 2,944.08
NORSHORE ALARM CO INC 240.00
NORTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS S 1,000.00
NORTH EAST MULTI-REGIONA 210.00
NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS PL 31.80
NORTHERN SAFETY CO INC 166.77
NORTHWEST AUTO ELECTRIC 175.00
NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL SUP 2,790.66
NORTHWEST HERALD 672.00
O'HERRON CO INC, RAY 175.64
OFFICE DEPOT INC 1,066.14
OHLIN SALES INC 32.31
OLIVER, JUANITA 50.00
ORGANIZED EXECUTIVE, THE 97.00
ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC 32.50
PAPROCKI, KRISTINE 28.72
PARADISE COMPUTER 476.91
PEDERSEN GMC 318.49
PERFORMANCE DIESEL 50.00
PERKINS OIL CO INC 101.60
PETERSEN SAND & GRAVEL 166.17
PITNEY BOWES INC 232.45
POLICE EXECUTIVE RESEARC 125.00
POWER MUSIC 58.80
PRECISION SHARPENING & R 113.58
PROSAFETY INC 101.51
R & S DISTRIBUTORS INC 478.25
RADICOM INC 57.50
REICHERT CHEVROLET 132.18
RINK SIDE SPORTS 66.00
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP 45.37
ROBERTSON, SUE 32.18
ROCKFORD INDUSTRIAL 10.51
RYBA, RON 22.97
S & S ARTS & CRAFTS 129.48
SAGE, JEANETTE 140.00
SCAN-AM 3,005.73
SCHMIDT, THOMAS 779.37
SCHWALENBERG, RYAN 168.84
SEARS 213.98
SECRETARY OF STATE 78.00
SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC 2,317.75
SIMPLEX TIME RECORDER CO 535.00
SJOBLOM, TYLER 216.00
SMITH ENGINEERING CONSUL 11,898.80
SPRI PRODUCTS INC 36.00
STANDARD EQUIPMENT CO 80.62
STANS OFFICE TECHNOLOGIE 767.79
STATE TREASURER IDOT 4,605.79
STUMPS 216.24
THELEN SAND & GRAVEL INC 7,761.03
TOMARK SPORTS INC 1,002.80
TOWN & COUNTRY POWER 569.99
TRAFFIC CONTROL & 478.24
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 86.29
US TOY 108.74
USF - LAKE BLUFF IL 777.30
WARING, ANN 702.00
WASTE MANAGEMENT NORTH 708.00
WEARGUARD 560.18
WEST SIDE TRACTOR SALES 3.04
WHOLESALE DIRECT INC 38.05
WILHELM ART & GRAPHICS 646.00
WIRFS INDUSTRIES INC 539.00
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WITT, CINDY 113.93
ZALEWSKI, BEAB 10.00
ZARATE, MIGUEL C 10.00
ZEP MANUFACTURING COMPAN 243.00
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 278.00
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 10,625.62
BAND FUND
HUMES & BERG MFG CO INC 3,084.98
ANNEXATION FUND
MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH S 1,226.00
MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL 1,738.00
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 102.00
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND
KING, DANIEL A 36.74
OLIVER, MICHAEL 142.09
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND
IMC SALT INC 19,520.33
STREET IMPROVEMENTS FUND
BAXTER & WOODMAN 358.50
POLICE PENSION FUND
WATSON WYATT & COMPANY 372.42
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
CORLANDS 2,050.14
HARRISON & ASSOCIATES IN 3,500.00
SMITH ENGINEERING CONSUL 304.05
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW
BAXTER & WOODMAN 6,560.22
NORTHWEST COURT REPORTIN 616.85
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 3,697.50
WATER/SEWER FUND
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 890.05
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 9.57
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO 95.25
AMERITECH 1,082.81
AQUAPREP 3,206.25
ARROW UNIFORM RENTAL INC 332.68
BAXTER & WOODMAN 15,429.20
BERKHEIMER CO INC, G W 8.70
BONCOSKY OIL COMPANY 1,576.76
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 30.50
BUNCH DISTRIBUTING INC 103.72
BURRIS EQUIPMENT CO 316.65
C&H DISTRIBUTORS INC 345.50
CAREY ELECTRIC 964.00
CHEMICAL PUMP SALES AND 171.47
CINGULAR WIRELESS 20.51
COMED 25,475.25
COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS 467.48
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 812.50
CST CORPORATION 711.28
D'ANGELO NATURAL SPRING 40.80
DEL'S ELECTRIC SERVICE I 2,080.00
DUFFY, DANIEL 60.00
G COMMUNICATIONS 101.75
G IMPRESSIONS 10.00
GRAINGER INC, W W 13.76
HACH COMPANY 81.10
ISAWWA 150.00
KTD MANUFACTURING AND 5.90
LEWIS INTERNATIONAL INC 6.60
LORCHEM TECHNOLOGIES INC 91.82
MARBLEHEAD LIME COMPANY 2,960.00
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 723.00 --N
MCHENRY AUTO PARTS 120.94
MCHENRY COUNTY SUPPLY IN 740.00
MCHENRY CTY WELL & PUMP 527.00
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 65.93
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA 97.32
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC 327.27
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NICOR GAS 7,086.04
`. NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL SUP 20.16
OFFICE DEPOT INC 164.04
PITNEY BOWES INC 58.10
POWERMATION DIVISION 961.00
REICHERT CHEVROLET 225.96
SCHMITT, JON 100.00
SCHULHOF COMPANY 191.24
SMITH ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS 48.41
SPAETH, TOM 215.09
TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC 925.00
USA BLUEBOOK 77.08
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 3,639.00
WEARGUARD 179.98
WOODLAND RDF 9,402.75
ZEE MEDICAL SERVICE CO 87.25
GRAND TOTALS 460,177.71
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 333,233.47
BAND FUND 3,084.98
ANNEXATION FUND 3,066.00
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 178.83
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 19,520.33
STREET IMPROVEMENTS FUND 358.50
POLICE PENSION FUND 372.42
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 5,854.19
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 10,874.57
WATER/SEWER FUND 83,634.42
GRAND TOTALS 460,177.71
■ Approval: City Council Minutes:
■ March 7, 2001 Regularly Scheduled Meeting.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 18, POLICE DEPARTMENT GENERAL
ORDERS 46.2.5
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Chief of Police Kostecki noted previous
police departmental policy has been to prioritize immediate responses rather than pursue
alleged perpetrators, especially if there was a potential for endangering others. The
proposed policy and procedure change would additionally include the pursuit of the
alleged perpetrators to prevent further harm being perpetuated. Discussion followed
regarding officer discretion and the violation of victim rights. Alderman Glab expressed
concern with prioritization and officer discretion.
Motion by Baird, seconded by McClatchey, to approve the amendment to Municipal
Code Section 18-5, General Order 46.2.5 Police Department Policy and Procedures.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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REQUEST FOR FENCE VARIATION -6004 EAGLEWOOD TRAIL
Mr. Michael Wallin, property owner of 6004 Eaglewood Trail, was in attendance.
Director of Community Development Napolitano explained Mr. Wallin was before Council
seeking a variance to the Municipal Code fence ordinance to permit the installation of a 6'
high arch-style cedar fence in the corner side yard of his lot located at 6004 Eaglewood
Trail. The proposed fence would be located 7.6' from the property line along Highbridge
Trail. The City's fence ordinance requires a minimum of 15' setback from the corner
sideyard property line.
Motion by Glab, seconded by McClatchey, to approve the fence variance request by
Michael and Kristy Wallin for their property located at 6004 Eaglewood Trail, to permit a 6'
high arch-style cedar fence in the corner side yard, 7.6' from the property line along
Highbridge Trail.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY OCCUPANCY- BUSS FOR SALES, 111 S ROUTE 31
Local resident and businessman Steve Buss was in attendance. Director of
Community Development Napolitano stated the new Buss Ford Sales facility located at
111 S. Route 31 has not yet been approved for occupancy. Due to inclement weather, the -�
contractors have been unable to complete the weather-tight exterior finish. Walgreens, the
purchaser of the current Buss Ford Sales property located at 3925 West Elm Street, has
stated they must have possession of this property by April 1, 2001. In order to
accommodate Walgreens request, Buss Ford Sales must vacate the Elm Street location
and move into their new facility at 111 S. Route 31, prior to obtaining Final Occupancy.
Final Occupancy will not be granted until the entire structure has a weather-tight exterior. It
is anticipated the building will be weather-tight sometime in May. Mr. Buss is requesting
Council grant a Temporary Occupancy to permit utilization of the new facility prior to Final
Occupancy.
In response to Alderman Baird's inquiry, Mr. Buss stated with the recent good
weather, the contractor is expecting project completion sooner than anticipated. In
response to Alderman McClatchey's inquiry, Mr. Buss noted he is closing down business
at 3925 West Elm Street at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 301', and opening for business at
the new facility on Monday April 2"d at 8:00 a.m.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Glab, to approve the request for a Temporary
Occupancy for Buss Ford Sales to occupy their new facility at 111 S. Route 31, McHenry,
with the understanding that precautionary measures will be taken to assure public safety;
and that the Petitioners Contractor, Tempus Construction Services, will make every effort
to complete the building, to the satisfaction of Staff for issuance of Final Occupancy, in an
expeditious manner.
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Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
RECAPTURE AGREEMENT —ADAMS COMMERCIAL PARK
City Administrator Lobaito reported Mr. Richard Adams, owner and developer of
Adams Commercial Park has installed oversized utilities in connection with subdivision
improvements in Adams Commercial Park. As per City policy, installation of water and
sewer mains constructed offsite is eligible for 100% reimbursement. Improvements made
onsite are eligible for a proportionate reimbursement based on a per acre basis. The
owners have the option of applying an interest rate from the date the utilities are accepted
by the City for a period of twenty years for the benefited property owners. City Attorney
McArdle prepared the proposed Recapture Agreement and it is in compliance with the
Annexation Agreement for Adams Commercial Park.
In response to Council inquiry, City Administrator Lobaito stated there is no known
dollar amount for the total recapture fee at this time.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Bolger, to approve and authorize the Mayor's
execution of the Adams Commercial Park Recapture Agreement as prepared by City
Attorney McArdle and in substantial compliance with the Adams Commercial Park
Annexation Agreement dated August 12, 1998.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
AUDIT SERVICE CONTRACT
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner stated the City has utilized the services of Eder,
Casella Co. for auditing services for the past six years. It is Staffs recommendation that
Council waive the re-bid requirement and approve a three year contract with Eder, Casella
Co. of McHenry, Illinois as follows:
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/01 $13,250
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $12,750
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/03 $14,250
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/01 $2,100
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $2,200
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $2,300.
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Motion by Glab, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve and authorize the execution of
a three-year contract with Eder, Casella Co. as follows:
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/01 $13,250
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $12,750
Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year ending 4/30/03 $14,250
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/01 $2,100
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $2,200
Police Fund Annual Statement Fiscal Year ending 4/30/02 $2,300.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PLAN YEAR 2001-2002 HEALTH INSURANCE RENEWALS
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner explained the City's current health insurance plan
covering City employees expires March 31, 2001. The Finance and Personnel Committee
met on March 14, 2001 to discuss renewal options and quotations on excess insurance, as
well as establishing internal health insurance rate charges to the user departments for plan
participants. City Council must formally approve:
■ A renewal quote for the medical plan's administrative and excessive insurance costs;
■ Set the plan's internal medical and dental charges; and
■ Address implementation of the new charges for retirees and COBRA participants.
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner reported seventeen renewal quotations were
received with Monumental Howard submitting the low quote as follows:
Specific Rates Aggregate Rates
39 92 Annual 39 92 Aggregate Aggregate Annual PPO/Pre Admin Fixed Maximum
Single Family Specific Single Family Attachment Rate Aggregate Fees Fee Costs Exposure
$60.13 130.37 172,069 265.07 681.57 876,506 7.47 11,743 7,939 17,921 209,672 1,086,178
Assistant Administrator Maxeiner stated following review it is Staffs and Finance
and Personnel Committee recommendation to:
• Adjust the specific level of coverage from $30,000 to $50,000;
• Approve the renewal of the medical administrative and excess insurance portion
of the plan as quoted by Monumental/Howard (15/12) $50,000 Specific as
follows:
Specific Rates Aggregate Rates
39 92 Annual 39 92 Aggregate Aggregate Annual PPO/Pre Admin Foxed Maximum
Single Family Speck Single Family Attachment Rate Aggregate Fees Fee Costs Exposure
$60.13 130.37 172,069 265.07 681.57 876,506 7.47 11,743 7,939 17,921 209,672 1,086,178
■ Adjust the internal charge for single coverage medical insurance premium up to .,
$338.81 per month;
■ Adjust the internal charge for family coverage medical insurance premium up to
$808.53 per month;
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• Adjust the internal charge for single coverage dental insurance premium up to
$23.35 per month;
■ Adjust the internal charge for family coverage dental insurance premium up to
$62.68 per month;
■ Allow a delay in the implementation for retiree and COBRA participants until
June 1, 2001.
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to approve Staff and Finance and
Personnel Committee recommendation and to approve the renewal of the City of McHenry
Health Insurance Plan for 2001-2002 Plan Year as follows:
■ Adjust the specific level of coverage from $30,000 to $50,000;
■ Approve the renewal of the medical administrative and excess insurance portion
of the plan as quoted by Monumental/Howard (15/12) $50,000 Specific as
follows:
Specific Rates Aggregate Rates
39 92 Annual 39 92 Aggregate Aggregate Annual PPO/Pre Admin Foed MaDdmum
Single Family Specific Single Family Attachment Rate Aggregate Fees Fee Costs E)q)osure
$60.13 130.37 172,069 265.07 681.57 876,506 7.47 11,743 7,939 17,921 209,672 1,086,178
■ Adjust the internal charge for single coverage medical insurance premium up to
`-- $338.81 per month;
■ Adjust the internal charge for family coverage medical insurance premium up to
$808.53 per month;
■ Adjust the internal charge for single coverage dental insurance premium up to
$23.35 per month;
■ Adjust the internal charge for family coverage dental insurance premium up to
$62.68 per month;
■ Allow a delay in the implementation for retiree and COBRA participants until
June 1, 2001.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR—STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Cuda, referencing the March 14, 2001, noted he and City Attorney McArdle
had researched the need for a Conditional Use Permit by McHenry High School District
156 to accommodate the expansion of their West Campus facility. He noted District 156
will adhere to State Board of Education standards for the expansion of their facility. The
School District is not required to conform to City of McHenry Building Code. Standards and
requirements of the State Board of Education supersede local building requirements,
codes and ordinances. A lengthy discussion occurred regarding the need for District 156
to have a conditional use permit to install a curb cut onto Oakwood Drive.
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Alderman Glab distributed a portion of the Municipal Code Chapter 21, Driveway
and curb cut requirements. He opined Council review and formal action should be required
prior to issuance of a building permit for the curb cut onto Oakwood Drive from West
Campus parking lot by McHenry High School District 156. Discussion continued.
Motion by Glab, to direct Staff to amend the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance to
remove the requirement for a conditional use permit for educational institutions, as it was
not being enforced.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Mayor Cuda stated both the City of McHenry and McHenry High School District 156
are concerned with safety of the students attending West Campus. He noted two different
planners have opined direct access from the high school parking lot onto Oakwood Drive
would alleviate high school traffic congestion in the area. He noted the safety of the
students is a primary concern. Building permits for curb cuts are generally handled by Staff
and typically do not come to Council for approval. In conclusion, School District 156 has
owned the entire parcel, including the portion to be used as access to Oakwood Drive, for
more than thirty years. It would be inappropriate for the City to place additional restrictions
on this land at this time, as it was included in the initial planning for the School District
property.
Alderman Bolger stated, if the School District does in fact seek a curb cut, there
should be some discussion and review at Council level, as the project would impact a
residential neighborhood.
Alderman Glab defended his motion to revoke the requirement for a conditional use
permit for educational institutions. He opined if Council was not intending to follow the
ordinance, it should be amended. City Attorney McArdle noted the conditional use
currently exists for the District 156 West Campus property for its building and use as a
school.
Alderman Murgatroyd noted there are three phases to the West Campus expansion
project. He inquired at which phase the punch-through to Oakwood Drive would occur. City
Administrator Lobaito responded no decision has been made as of this time. Alderman
Murgatroyd opined if the ordinance requiring a conditional use for educational institutions
is not valid, it should first be discussed and reviewed at committee level prior to formal
Council action.
Some further discussion followed regarding the approval of curb cuts by the Director
of Public Works. Alderman Bolger opined any permit causing discussion this controversial,
should come before Council for discussion and review prior to issuance.
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Motion by Baird, seconded by McClatchey, to close the discussion on the potential
McHenry High School District 156 curb cut onto Oakwood Drive, and to direct Staff to
continue to work with the School District and to keep Council apprised of the project.
Voting Aye: Bolger, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: Glab.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Director of Public Works Batt reported the John Street Sewer project has begun. He
noted the new Public Works Department Street Division dump truck was on display prior to
this evening's Council Meeting. The truck contains a feature which automatically mixes in
calcium chloride with salt dispensing, which creates a 50% savings in the amount of
calcium chloride utilized.
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel reported he was in receipt of a letter from
the Northwest Herald requesting permission to install a new advertising panel in the
Lakeland Park Little League Scoreboard. Director Merkel noted the Northwest Herald
would pay for the panel. Director Merkel will provide Council with a reduced copy of the
proposed panel for review and comment.
City Administrator Lobaito reported an increase in political signs in the public right-
of-way. He noted the Public Works crew will pull signs from the right-of-way on Saturday,
March 24, 2001. Signs can be retrieved from the Public Works Garage for up to one week.
City Administrator Lobaito informed Council the first half of the grant monies for the
Project Zone Skatepark in the amount of $50,000 has been received. The remaining
$50,000 will be paid when the project is 90% complete.
In conclusion, City Administrator Lobaito reported on April 18, 2001 the Preliminary
Engineering for the median on Royal Drive at its intersection with Crystal Lake Road will
be presented by Smith Engineering for Council review and comment.
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Murgatroyd informed Council he had a conflict with the proposed Special
Meeting scheduled for April 9, 2001 for the Pacini Ebel Farm Property. He requested
Council consider rescheduling the Special Meeting. It was the consensus of Council to
reschedule the Special Meeting for the Pacini Ebel Farm Property to Wednesday, May 9,
2001. City Administrator Lobaito stated Staff would inform the Petitioners of the change.
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion by McClatchey, seconded by Baird, to adjourn the meeting at 10:12 p.m.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, McClatchey, Murgatroyd, Baird.
Voting Nay: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 10:12 p.m.
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