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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 11/11/2002 - City Council REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2002 The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Althoff at 7:30 P.M. on Monday, November 11, 2002 in the Council Chambers of the '— Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd and Wimmer. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance were: City Administrator Maxeiner, Assistant Administrator Lockerby, City Attorney McArdle, City Clerk Jones, Director Community Development Napolitano, Director Public Works Marcinko, Director Parks and Recreation Merkel and Chief of Police O'Meara. Absent: None. Mayor Althoff and Council welcomed Doug Maxeiner in his new capacity as City Administrator and wished him well in his employment with the City of McHenry. Mayor Althoff announced there would be an Executive Session this evening to discuss Potential Litigation. TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT Steve Poole of 1909 Trappers Court addressed Council, noting he is President of the Olde Mill Ponds Homeowners Association. Mr. Poole stated he represents 130 families of the Association. Following a meeting held last week with various City officials and Staff, the homeowners note although they are grateful for City attention to the matter, the following issues are still of concern to members of the Association: • Possible flooding of the southwest corner of the Olde Mill Ponds Subdivision, the lowest point of the gravity-fed drainage system. Mr. Poole noted two years ago the drainage system failed and six property owners experienced flooding. The City has responded to this concern, notably constructing a sodded berm to prevent repeat flooding of the street behind Mr. Poole's residence. This berm while resolving a portion of the problem, does not alleviate the potential for flooding of the southwest corner of the subdivision. • Large culvert which was installed north of the Olde Mill Ponds Subdivision underneath McCullom Lake Road. Mr. Poole stated the residents were informed someone from their development had requested this culvert to increase the. level of water in the subdivision pond system. He noted the request for additional water flow to the pond system was requested four years ago, prior to the existence of the Homeowners Association. At the time of the recent meeting with City officials, the homeowners were advised a restrictor would be placed in the pipe to control the rate of water flow. Additionally, there are concerns regarding potential development north of the subdivision which could further exacerbate flooding issues and potential pollutants to the pond system. Mr. Poole suggested the City provide in writing a statement that there would be no future drainage into the Olde Mill Ponds Subdivision. • As-Built Plans for the Subdivision. Mr. Poole stated the Association would like information such as pond depths, liner location, pump dimensions, and pump capacities. This information was requested from the developer and not yet provided to the Association. At the recent meeting, it was noted this information has not been made available to City Staff. In order to maintain the pond system appropriately, this information is essential. The Homeowners Association is willing to maintain the pond ~ system; however, the detailed information is required in order to do so. In conclusion, Mr. Poole stated the Association has been patient and would like November 11, 2002 Page 2 closure on these issues. The Association is requesting: • City create a swale or level the adjoining cornfield to prevent future flooding; • City remove the culvert beneath McCullom Lake Road and/or provide a written guarantee there will be no more drainage into the Olde Mill Ponds pond system; • City assist in acquiring the As-Built Subdivision Plans for the development. Mayor Althoff apologized for her unavailability to attend the meeting with City officials and Staff last week. Mayor Althoff suggested City Engineers investigate the situation, and provide all information to Council for review and consideration at the regularly scheduled December 2, 2002 Council Meeting. Alderman Murgatroyd requested Staff follow up in an effort to obtain As-Built Plans for the Homeowners Association. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Glab, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented: ■ Request to advertise for bids for Park Maintenance One Ton Dump Truck; ■ City Council Minutes: ■ September 30, 2002 regularly scheduled meeting; ■ October 14, 2002 regularly scheduled meeting; ■ Committee of the Whole Minutes: ■ August 6, 2002 meeting; ■ September 10, 2002 meeting; ■ List of As-Needed Checks: GENERAL FUND AFLAC 1,210.74 AG PLUMBING 3,930.00 AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOC 160.00 FIRST MIDWEST BANK 253.21 HAYSTACKS MANOR INC 1,525.50 HOWELL'S GIFTS 6 MORE 1,960.00 ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF 208.00 JONES, JANICE C 150.00 KUNZER, KATHLEEN 150.00 LECC 100.00 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 74.00 MCHENRY FOOD MART 19.03 MERKEL, PETE 1,025.00 NATIONAL RECREATION AND 320.00 PATRIOT PAINTBALL CLUB/2 656.00 POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 880.41 USA BLUEBOOK 80.00 WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERS 90.00 AFLAC 1,210.74 COMED 15,125.81 FOP UNITS I/II 1,419.00 HOSPICE CARE OF ILLINOIS 36.00 IMRF 34,334.60 NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 123.83 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 261.00 PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20 POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 27.25 SECRETARY OF STATE/INDEX 10.00 UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 915.30 WALMART COMMUNITY BRC 249.60 BAND FUND RECORDING INDUSTRIES MUS 2,977.00 November 11, 2002 Page 3 ANNEXATION FUND FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH 500,000.00 DEVELOPER DONATION FUND MCHENRY SAVINGS BANK 250,000.00 PETERSEN, ROBERT G 3,033.20 DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND BANK ONE TRUST COMPANY N 69,375.00 WATER/SEWER FUND ADVANCE MECHANICAL CONTR 8,654.50 SCHMITT, JON 65.00 COMED 28,899.26 RESERVE ACCOUNT 300.00 UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 145.80 BOND & INTEREST FUND BANK ONE TRUST COMPANY N 151,643.76 BOND RESERVE FUND FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH 150,000.00 CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND FIRST NAT'L BANK OF MCH 500,000.00 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND BENEFIT SYSTEMS & SERVIC 20,118.34 RISK MANAGEMENT FUND RAINBOW AUTO BODY INC 10,235.00 RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 23.00 GRAND TOTALS 1,765,008.08 FUND TOTALS 100 GENERAL FUND 69,538.22 210 BAND FUND 2,977.00 260 ANNEXATION FUND 500,000.00 280 DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 253,033.20 300 DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND 69,375.00 510 WATER/SEWER FUND 38,064.56 520 BOND & INTEREST FUND 151,643.76 530 BOND RESERVE FUND 150,000.00 550 CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 500,000.00 600 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 20,118.34 610 RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 10,235.00 740 RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 23.00 Totals 1,765,008.08 Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. REQUEST FOR FENCE VARIANCE— LAURIE DEE ZIPNICK, 1807 REDWOOD LANE Director of Community Development Napolitano reported the resident of 1807 Redwood Lane, Laurie Dee Zipnick, has requested a variance from the Municipal Code to permit a six foot high wood fence along her McCullom Lake Road property line. Director Napolitano noted Ms. Zipnick has a double frontage lot on both McCullom Lake Road and Redwood Lane. The Municipal Code requires a 30' setback from the road right-of way on ti McCullom Lake Road. Noting the residence actually fronts on Redwood Lane, it is Staffs recommendation to approve the request. November 11, 2002 Page 4 In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Director Napolitano stated Staff reviews new plats of subdivision, where lots abut major roadways, and requires additional lot depth to accommodate future homeowners' need to fence rear yards. Such subdivisions include Liberty Trails, Shamrock Farms, and Riverside Hollow. Alderman Glab opined the precedent has been established in Ms. Zipnick's subdivision, as several fence permi's were previously issued granting fence locations on the McCullom Lake Road property line. Alderman Glab further stated even though fence locations along McCullom Lake Road are in direct conflict with the City's fence ordinance, he would not support similar variances along other subdivisions in town where the precedent has not already been established. Motion by Low, seconded by Glab, to accept Staffs recommendation and approve a fence variance for the property located at 1807 Redwood Lane, and granting permission for the installation of a 6' high privacy wood fence along the McCullom Lake Road property line. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. DISCUSSION: PROPOSED WEST MCHENRY BYPASS _ In attendance was Mr. Darrel Gavle of Baxter and Woodman. Mr. Gavle provided exhibits which demonstrated the latest plan for the West McHenry Bypass. Mr. Gavle reminded Council Baxter and Woodman was contracted by the McHenry County Highway Department to perform a feasibility study for the West McHenry Bypass close to one year ago. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) met to review the results of the study. The TAC Committee was provided various options regarding the entire route and ultimately selected the preferred route. The preferred route will be presented at a Public Hearing held on November 21, 2002 at the McHenry Savings Bank Route 31 facility. The Hearing will be held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. This will be the last opportunity for the public to participate in the selection of the West McHenry Bypass route. Following the Public hearing a report will be prepared and forwarded to the County and State for final review and approval. Mr. Gavle stated the Bypass has been broken down into four sections: • Route 31 on the south to Bull Valley Road; • Bull Valley Road north to Route 120; • Route 120 north to McCullom Lake Road; • McCullom Lake Road north to Route 31. Mr. Gavle indicated the preferred route as follows: An interchange would be provided south of the Pacini Property to provide on/off access to the bypass. The roadway would then proceed in an east/west direction, crossing the , railroad tracks via an overpass, crossing a small wetland and veering to the north and wrapping around. There would be an intersection at Crystal Lake Road. The Bypass would then proceed across Boone Creek and its associated wetland areas and tie into Bull Valley November 11, 2002 Page 5 Road near its intersection with Curran Road. Continuing from Bull Valley Road to the north the route follows Curran Road to Draper Road where it would veer to the northeast, and continue north to intersect at Route 120 west of the current intersection between Ringwood Road/Draper Road and Route 120. This would be a signalized at-grade intersection. The roadway will then proceed to the north via one of two proposed paths: 1) north parallel to Ringwood Road behind Chesapeake Hills development west of Ringwood Road, near Martin Road it would veer to the northeast and will overpass Ringwood Road to parallel Ringwood Road on its eastern side and proceed to a signalized intersection at McCullom Lake Road. The road would then proceed north/northeasterly to tie into Route 31 at a signalized intersection located east of Barnard Mill Road and west of Pioneer Road. 2) utilizing a loop around Martin Woods only if there was significant difficulty in following option one especially if the overpass across Ringwood Road is objected to by adjacent property owners. In response to Mayor Althoff's inquiry, Mr. Gavle stated there is basically only one structure impacted by the preferred route, the Maranatha Church on Ringwood Road. Mayor Althoff noted the estimated cost between the preferred route and the TAC Committee's second choice is between $5-$6 million. Alderman Glab asked Mr. Gavle to enumerate the signalized intersections along the Bypass. Mr. Gavle stated the signalized intersections would be Crystal Lake Road, Bull Valley Road, McCullom Lake Road and Route 31. In response to further inquiry, Mr. Gavle stated the design criteria would limit access to the Bypass to at least % mile between access points to it. Alderman Glab requested Mr. Gavle provide Council with a complete list of proposed intersections on the Bypass, as well as the signalized intersections. The Bypass would be constructed as a four-lane divided highway, with the right-of- way 130-150 feet wide. The center median would be landscaped. The speed limit would be 45 mph. Alderman Glab expressed his displeasure with the proposed 45 mph, noting he has repeatedly attempted to have the County reduce the speed limit along Bull Valley Road from 55 mph. Alderman Glab further expressed his surprise that the Bypass would connect to Dartmoor Drive after being told on numerous occasions Dartmoor Drive would not be impacted by the Bypass. Mr. Gavle noted the traffic signalization of Dartmoor Drive at the Bypass has not been determined at this time. Alderman Murgatroyd inquired how far west of Ringwood Road would the Bypass intersect with Route 120. Mr. Gavle responded the two would intersect approximately one- third of the way up Sherman Hill. He stated the edge of the roadway of the Bypass would be less than 100 feet from the Chesapeake Hills residents. In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Mr. Gavle stated the berm, landscape and buffer detail has not been completed at this time. Mayor Althoff reminded Council one of the reasons that the Curran Road is being ti utilized for the Bypass is due to the fact the City acquired the right-of-way for the Bypass as part of several annexation agreements. November 11, 2002 Page 6 Alderman Murgatroyd expressed his concern regarding the amount of traffic currently utilizing Dartmoor Drive and the fact that no traffic signalization is proposed at its intersection with the Bypass. Alderman Glab concurred suggesting the Bypass overpass Dartmoor Drive at a separate grade. Mayor Althoff invited audience questions and/or comments regarding the West McHenry Bypass as presented. Frank Serpico, a Chesapeake Hills property owner, inquired how close the roadway would be located relative to the pond at the residence on Sherman Hill's north side. Mr. Serpico stated the pond is located 55' from his neighbor's front door. Mr. Serpico expressed concern with the close proximity of the busy Bypass so close to the Chesapeake Hills residents. Mr. Gavle responded he will determine the exact location of the proposed route and its distance from the Chesapeake Hills Subdivision and provide the information to Staff. In response to Mayor Althoff s inquiry, Mr. Gavle stated the project feasibility study has just been completed. The results demonstrate the Bypass will alleviate downtown congestion at a reasonable cost. It is therefore reasonable to construct the Bypass. Following the approval of the Bypass, the Phase 1 Study will commence whereby the specific locations will ultimately be decided, taking into consideration environmental impact _ upon the proposed route. Phase 2 Study will then begin which is the actual preparation of the design documents prior to construction of the Bypass. Finally, the project will be ready for Phase 3 which is the actual construction of the Bypass. It will be several years before all of the information is in place and the project is completed. Some discussion followed regarding the time frame of the project and the opportunity for the public to comment and question the proposed Bypass and the preferred route. Bruce Uhl, resident of Chesapeake Hills, stated he was not previously aware the bypass would actually cross Route 120 Werner Ellmann, President of Chesapeake Hills Property Owners Association, stated he would like a means to place a formal objection to the proposed Bypass. Mr. Gavle noted written and/or verbal comments could be submitted at or prior to the Public Hearing. Mr. Ellmann expressed his concern for the safety of children along the route especially since the proposed speed limit is 45mph or greater. Alderman Bolger stated the route of the Bypass should be located considerably west of Chesapeake Hills Subdivision. Mayor Althoff inquired how far away the proposed route would be located from the perimeters of Martin Woods, if the loop option were utilized. It was noted several Martin Woods residents have also indicated their displeasure with the proposed location of the Bypass route. November 11, 2002 Page 7 REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW RESTAURANT SERVING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES—JOHN LIAUTAUD, CAJUNWAY, 4111 SHAMROCK LANE In attendance were Mr. Steven Regopoulos, property developer and Mr. John Liautaud, applicant and restaurant owner. Director of Community Development addressed Council noting the request has been submitted by Mr. John Liautaud for a conditional use permit to allow a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages. Director Napolitano noted the Planning and Zoning Commission at a Public Hearing held on October 17, 2002, recommended approval by a 6-1 vote. Director Napolitano stated the applicant is proposing a seafood restaurant with limited menu of alcoholic beverages. Staff has reviewed the request and recommends approval of the conditional use permit. In response to Alderman Bolger's inquiry, Mr. Liautaud stated there would be no bar. There would be bottled and draft beer behind the counter. It would be served at the end of the food line along with two mixed drinks, which will also be available. The hours of operation will be 7 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. during the week and until 10:00 p.m. on the weekends. Mr. Liautaud stated he has met with representatives of the Providence Baptist College and responded to most of their concerns. Mr. Liautaud estimated his alcohol sales constitute approximately 6-8% of his business. Alderman Low stated her concerns have been alleviated by hearing there would be no bar in the restaurant. Some discussion followed regarding the restaurant hours and the availability of alcohol to restaurant patrons. In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Mr. Liautaud stated there would be no limitations placed upon the patrons as to the number of drinks consumed. Dr. Judson Mitchell spoke on behalf of Providence Baptist College stating the College is in favor of businesses coming to the area. The only issues are the affects of alcohol on people and the close proximity of it being sold/served in relationship to the College. Motion by Glab, seconded by Wimmer, to accept the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and to direct Staff to prepare an ordinance approving the granting of a conditional use permit to John Liautaud's Cajunway, d/b/a Snapper John's Restaurant, located at 4111 Shamrock Lane, for the operation of a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages. Voting Aye: Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: Bolger. Absent: None. Motion carried. REQUEST FOR CLASS A LIQUOR LICENSE — JOHN LIAUTAUD, CAJUNWAY. d/b/a SNAPPER JOHN'S RESTAURANT, 4111 SHAMROCK LANE Mayor Althoff stated Mr. Liautaud, in conjunction with the request for a conditional "�— use, will require a Class A Liquor License which permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises. Mayor Althoff noted she had met with Mr. Liautaud, fingerprinting has been done, and all associated fees have been paid. In addition, an November 11, 2002 Page 8 ordinance must be passed and approved increasing the Class A Liquor Licenses from '�- twenty-four to twenty-five. Motion by Glab, seconded by Wimmer, to approve the Mayor's recommendation to grant a Class A Liquor License to John Liautaud d/b/a Snapper John's Restaurant located at 4111 Shamrock Lane in McHenry, and to approve an ordinance increasing the Class A Liquor Licenses from twenty-four to twenty-five. Voting Aye: Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: Bolger. Absent: None. Motion carried. REQUEST FOR SIGN VARIANCE — MCHENRY PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER, 1700 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD Director of Community Development stated the applicant originally requested a variance to permit a 30-foot high free-standing sign at the McHenry Plaza Shopping Center located at 1700 North Richmond Road. Subsequent to Staff voicing concerns as to the proposed sign height, the applicant today presented four options, all of which reduce the height of the sign: 1) Twenty-five feet to the top of the main cabinet, excluding the spheres on top; 2) Twenty-five feet to the top of the spheres, removing "McHenry Plaza"; 3) Removal of the spheres and retaining "McHenry Plaza"; 4) Shrinking top three tenant panels to accommodate both the spheres and "McHenry Plaza" copy. In attendance were Mr. Robert Doody and Mr. Greg Hughes, representing property owner HELCO Corporation of the McHenry Plaza Shopping Center. Mayor Althoff, acknowledging the late receipt of pertinent information, suggested Council might wish to defer formal action until the December 2, 2002 regularly scheduled Council Meeting. Alderman Glab expressed concern regarding overburdening the area with signage. In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Director Napolitano stated the Applebee's sign is located on a separate lot. Alderman Glab requested Staff provide Council with a complete overview of all signs in the area. In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Mr. Doody stated Applebee's is part of the McHenry Plaza Shopping Center. However, Applebee's typically requests independent monument signs on their property. Mr. Doody noted the McHenry Plaza property owners are seeking an upgrade of the existing twenty-five foot sign to improve the aesthetics of the shopping center. All tenants within the center would then be represented on the sign panels for the new sign. Alderman Low commented the free-standing sign for the shopping center should incorporate all tenants as shown on each of the four options submitted by the property owner. In response to Mayor Althoff inquiry, Director Napolitano stated Option 2 might be preferable. Mr. Doody noted the property owner's first choice is Option 1 with decorative November 11, 2002 Page 9 spheres and also including "McHenry Plaza" copy for ease of reference. It is Staffs recommendation to approve the sign variance with Council's preferred design. Motion by Glab, seconded by Low, to accept Staffs recommendation and to approve a sign variance to McHenry Plaza Shopping Center for Option 1, a free-standing sign including decorative spheres for a total sign height of 26.5 feet. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. PROPOSED 2002 TAX LEVY City Administrator Maxeiner stated the proposed 2002 Tax levy is the same as the balloon process utilized in the past. The City is requesting more than will be received due to the property tax cap limitation so the City can capture as much of the new growth and development as possible in the property tax revenue. Noting a request for a 15% increase, Administrator Maxeiner stated the actual increase will probably be around 5.5% to 7%. The City's tax rate will most likely decline as in the past. City Administrator Maxeiner noted the City will also be levying for a Special Service Area for the Route 31/Shamrock Lane Traffic Signal and roadway improvements. The City share is $25,000 with the remainder coming from the Special Service Area. It is Staffs recommendation to pass a resolution authorizing the publication of a Truth in Taxation Notice and to set a Public Hearing for Monday, _ December 2, 2002. Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Low, to pass a resolution authorizing the publication of the Truth in Taxation Notice, and to set a Public Hearing for December 2, 2002 for purposes of establishing the 2002 Tax Levy in the amount of$3,160,171. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. MCHENRY COUNTY STORMWATER ORDINANCE Mayor Althoff reminded Council Staff has been attending public hearings regarding the proposed McHenry County Stormwater Ordinance. A letter was submitted to the County noting the City's concerns regarding the ordinance. Staff has submitted a resolution outlining the City's concerns for County consideration and edification. Director Public Works Marcinko reported he and Assistant Director Fink attended a public hearing on November 7t'. Several municipalities had similar comments regarding the proposed County ordinance. The City will be receiving a revised draft of the ordinance. It is hoped the County will take into consideration the various comments submitted by the area municipalities including the City of McHenry. Alderman Bolger stated the proposed ordinance is far too restrictive. Alderman Glab November 11, 2002 Page 10 concurred and inquired if variances to the ordinance would be possible from time to time. Mayor Althoff responded noting that would be a question better posed to the City Attorney for review. Director Marcinko noted both City Engineers, Baxter and Woodman and Smith Engineering, reviewed the proposed county ordinance and provided their list of concerns as outlined in the attached resolution. Motion by Bolger, seconded by Wimmer, to pass a resolution outlining changes and areas of concern of the proposed McHenry County Stormwater Ordinance and Technical Reference Manual as presented. Voting Aye: Bolger, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting No: Glab. Absent: None. Motion carried. ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE Director Napolitano reminded Council the changes proposed to the Municipal Code were recommended for approval at its October 7, 2002 regularly scheduled meeting. Director Napolitano summarized the amendments as follows: • Amend Chapter 27, Inoperable Vehicles, removing the loophole for vehicles in excess of twenty-five years of age; • Authorize bonfire permit approval at Staff level; • Allow the installation of fences in a corner side yard in special circumstances. Alderman Glab stated the Council is abdicating its responsibilities, particularly with regard to bonfire permits and lack of review of submitted documents. Some discussion followed regarding the types of matters which should be reviewed and discussed at the Council level. Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Low, to pass and approve an ordinance amending the Municipal Code as follows: Voting Aye: Bolger, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: Glab. Absent: None. Motion carried. MAYOR—STATEMENT AND REPORT Mayor Althoff reported the City has received a response from the Village of Prairie Grove regarding the proposed boundary agreement. Mayor Althoff stated this matter will be brought to Council for review within the next month. Mayor Althoff also reported the County has the final document providing for an intergovernmental agreement to transfer eight acres of property to the City of McHenry. These documents will be provided for approval and execution sometime in December. November 11, 2002 Page 11 The Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission (NIPC) has requested use of the McHenry Council Chambers on December 10, 11, and 12, 2002 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting hearings regarding petitions received for sanitary sewer services. Mayor Althoff noted NIPC is attempting to meet with all McHenry County municipalities to determine better planning to facilitate growth in the County. Motion by Glab, seconded by Low, to authorize the utilization of the Municipal Center Council Chambers on December 10, 11, and 12, 2002 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission for the purpose of conducting hearings regarding petitions for sanitary sewer service in McHenry County. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. In conclusion, Mayor Althoff noted there are still two requests for concept plan presentations at Committee of the Whole Meetings, one by Hallmark Homes and another senior citizen housing development on Crystal Lake Road. COMMITTEE REPORTS Chairman Alderman Murgatroyd reported the Finance and Personnel Committee met this evening prior to the Council Meeting. The purpose of the meeting was a -- discussion regarding the City policy and procedures during the new hire process. Updated policies will be brought forward for Council consideration and action in the near future. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS Chief of Police O'Meara reported Officer Bart Fiore graduated on Friday November 8t'' from the academy. He is currently riding with a training officer on the midnight shift. Chief O'Meara also reported testing for new patrol officers will take place in November. Director Parks and Recreation Merkel reported the regular November Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting has been canceled. The tentative December date is December 11''. Director Community Development Napolitano noted he is seeking a Community Development Committee Meeting on Wednesday, December 4, 2002 at 3:30 p.m. The date will be tentatively reserved until confirmed by the Chairman and Committee members. Items to be discussed include updating the Comprehensive Plan Map, updating the building codes, and Route 120 and Route 31 signage. City Administrator Maxeiner commended Assistant Administrator Lockerby on his efforts during the interim between City Administrator Lobaito's departure and Mr. Maxeiner's date of hire. L NEW BUSINESS Alderman Bolger commended City Staff on their efforts in completing Christmas November 11, 2002 Page 12 decorations in time for the Christmas Walk Along the Fox. "`- Alderman Glab raised the question of cut-through traffic between Steak 'n Shake and adjacent property owners. Mayor Althoff noted she has been in contact with the parties involved and resolution is about to be reached. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Glab, seconded by Low, to go into Executive Session at 9:35 p.m. to discuss Potential Litigation. Voting Aye: Bolger, Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Council went into Executive Session at 9:45 p.m. Motion by Glab, seconded by Low, to go back into Open Session at 10:20 p.m. Voting Aye: Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Bolger. , Motion carried. Council went back into Open Session at 10:20 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Low, seconded by Glab, to adjourn the meeting a 10:21 p.m. Voting Aye: Glab, Low, Murgatroyd, Wimmer. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Bolger. Motion carried. The Meeting was adjourned at 10:21 p.m. J C n�� MAY / CITY CLE , K