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FEBRUARY 13, 2006
The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Low
at 7:30 P.M. on Monday, February 13, 2006 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Santi, Glab, Schaefer,
Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, and Condon. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance
were: City Administrator Maxeiner, Assistant City Administrator Martin, City Clerk Jones,
City Attorney McArdle, Chief of Police O'Meara, Director of Public Works Marcinko,
Community Relations Management Assistant Hobson, and Director of Finance Shields,
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel. Absent: Director of Community Development
Napolitano.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Mr. Robert Parrish stated his appreciation to City Administrator Maxeiner for his
quick response to his inquiry. 1
CONSENT AGENDA
Alderman Glab requested Consent Agenda Item C, be removed for further
discussion.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Murgatroyd, to approve the Consent Agenda as
amended:
A. City Council Minutes:
a. January 9, 2006 regularly scheduled meeting;
b. January 16, 2006 Committee of the Whole Meeting;
B. Beer/Wine and Parks Special Use Permit Requests;
D. As Needed Checks:
AFLAC 1,774.93
ALBERTSONS 34.16
BANKCARD SERVICES 7,499.89
BENEFIT SYSTEMS & SERVIC 21,382.19
BRUCE, WILLIAM H AND 123,400.50
COMED 13,050.09
CUSTOM LANDSCAPING 60,450.46
FEDEX 158.34
FOP UNITS I/II 1,976.00
GERSTAD BUILDERS 630.80
GREG GREENHILL CONSTRUCT 22,285.00
HOME DEPOT/GECF 395.74
HOME TOWNE ELECTRIC INC 15,476.38
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF P 454.00
ILLINOIS DIRECTOR OF 1,665.00
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE 44.00
IMAGETEC LP 1,822.12
LAKE COUNTY CLERK 10.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 123.83
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 319.00
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS 2,168.83
NWBOCA 45.00
PETTY CASH FUND 184.29
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 780.45
QUILL CORPORATION 3.51
SAM'S CLUB 48.18
SBC 184.87
SECRETARY OF STATE t 30.00
SECRETARY OF STATE / POL 78.00
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 35.00
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UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 95.23 ^.
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 1,258.20
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS 40.00
WALMART COMMUNITY 472.31
GRAND TOTALS 278,376.30
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 38,291.84
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 60,450.46
TIF FUND 22,285.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 15,476.38
WATER/SEWER FUND 5,265.91
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 123,400.50
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 13,050.09
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 156.12
TOTALS 278,376.30
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None. . ;
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEM C: AUTHORIZATION OF REPAIRS ON PUBLIC ACCESS
` PIERS AT THE RIVIERA MARINA IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $3,676.86
Alderman Glab inquired as to the number of bids which were submitted for the pier
repair project. He opined the cost as a whole is approximately 26% higher than the
average for a typical project. He judged the proposed cost to be excessive.
City Administrator Maxeiner stated only one quote was received for this project.
Reinwall, who submitted the sole bid, specializes in marine repairs. City Administrator
Maxeiner suggested pulling this item from the Agenda until additional quotes are obtained.
RECOMMENDATION: 1) BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
FUND (PARK DONATIONS FUNDING SOURCE) IN THE AMOUNT OF $485,000 FOR
THE DEVELOPMENT OF SHAMROCK FARMS PARK: AND 2) AWARD OF BID FOR
THE DEVELOPMENT OF SHAMROCK FARMS PARK TO DK CONTRACTORS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $482,065.31
City Administrator Maxeiner summarized the request before Council this evening is
twofold:
• to approve a budget amendment for the current year in the amount of $485,000;
and
• to award the bid for the Shamrock Farms Park Development to DK Contractors in
the amount of$482,065.31.
Following discussions with Mr. Parrish of Parrish Paving, City Administrator Maxeiner
stated Staff supports its original recommendation.
Alderman Murgatroyd noted he could not support this matter without an approved
Five Year Parks Master Plan. He opined this project is premature and should be placed on —
hold until the Five-Year Plan has been established. ,
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to:
1. Approve a budget amendment to the 2005/2006 Fiscal Year Budget to the Capital
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Improvements Fund (Park Donations Funding Source) in the amount of $485,000 for the
development of Shamrock Farms Park; and
2. Award the bid for the development of Shamrock Farms Park to DK Contractors in the
amount of$482,065.31.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Murgatroyd.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT, ANNEXATION, ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT TO RM-2, AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT LIVING SPRINGS
SUPPORTIVE LIVING FACILITY, 4609 WEST CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD
In attendance were Attorney Kristina Dalman and Steve Barron, representing the
applicant, Living Springs of McHenry LLC.
Assistant Administrator Martin noted the applicant, Living Springs of McHenry LLC,
has provided the City with a revised concept plan which addresses the numerous concerns
previously expressed by Council. Staff supports the revised plan and recommends the
following for the property located at 4609 West Crystal Lake Road:
• authorization of an annexation agreement with the petitioner;
• annexation of the subject property;
• zoning map amendment to RS-2 High Density Multi-Family Residential District;
• Conditional Use Permit to allow a supportive living facility.
Alderman Condon expressed concern as sidewalks were not shown on the concept
plan. She opined sidewalks should be required in this area, particularly in light of the
amount of pedestrian traffic. Alderman Condon also expressed concern regarding traffic
during shift changes at the facility and potential complications with the amount of high
school vehicles entering/exiting the area at the beginning/end of the school day. Mr.
Barron responded the approximate number of employees entering/leaving the facility at
shift change would be twenty. Shift change time would be around 3 p.m.
Alderman Condon stated her preference that the shift change time be modified in
order to reduce the amount of traffic in the area when high school vehicles leave West
Campus. Mr. Barron assured Alderman Condon shift change could be moved back to 4
p.m.
Alderman Condon requested additional landscaping be provided to screen the
facility from adjacent properties and from Crystal Lake Road. Mr. Barron acknowledged the
applicant would comply with all zoning and landscape requirements as directed by Staff.
Alderman Condon encouraged the insertion of language in the annexation agreement
requiring landscaping maintenance. Alderman Condon concluded she still has some
concerns regarding the location of the facility, but commended the developer regarding
their cooperative efforts in addressing all of Council's suggestions.
Alderman Santi concurred with AldOAWCM.ioti: he is comfortable with
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the project as presented.
Alderman Glab inquired how the issue of the private right-of-way ownership has
been resolved. Kristina Dalman, attorney for the applicant, stated Chicago Title is willing to
insure the property for the benefit of the current property owners, the O'Halleran's.
City Attorney McArdle stated there is no clear evidence of title by deed. He noted all
of the adjacent neighbors have been duly notified of this project and have not acted upon
the notice. The City does not have an issue with this private right-of-way. It is the risk of
the developer. City Attorney McArdle further stated a judge would not provide a recorded
deed for the property, but could declare the actual owner of the property. A lengthy
discussion ensued regarding ownership of the property and the easement.
Alderman Peterson stated he is not comfortable without a judge's decision
regarding Maryetta Lane ownership. He stated he does not believe the O'Hallerans are the
current property owners of the right-of-way or easement.
Alderman Condon opined the project would benefit the community. She stated for
the record she would not do anything as an Alderman which was not done in good faith for
the benefit of the City. She respects the opinion of the City Attorney.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Santi, to approve an ordinance authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk's execution of an annexation agreement between Living Springs of
McHenry LL.0 and the City of McHenry for the property located at 4609 West Crystal Lake
Road.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Condon, Low.
Voting Nay: Glab, Peterson.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to approve an ordinance authorizing the
annexation of the O'Halleran property located at 4609 West Crystal Lake Road, comprised
of 4.843 acres.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Condon, Low.
Voting Nay: Glab, Peterson.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Schaefer, to approve an ordinance authorizing
a zoning map amendment to RM-2 High Density Multi-Family Zoning District and a
conditional use permit to allow a supportive living facility on the property located at 4609
West Crystal Lake Road.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab, Peterson.
Absent: None.
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Motion carried.
RECOMMENDATION: 1) BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE PARKS DEPARTMENT
BUDGET (GENERAL REVENUE FUNDING SOURCE) IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,000
FOR THE ADDITION OF A MAINTENANCE WORKER AND A LIGHT DUTY PICKUP
TRUCK IN THE PARKS AND RECREATION MAINTENANCE DIVISION
City Administrator Maxeiner stated in prior communications, Staff has informed
Council of the need to add a Parks Maintenance position which requires a budget
amendment in the amount of $39,000 to the Parks Department Budget for 2005/2006
Fiscal Year. City Administrator Maxeiner noted a pickup truck is required for this position.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staffs recommendation to
increase the Parks Department Budget (General Revenue Funding Source) for the
2005/2006 Fiscal Year in the amount of $39,000 to allow the addition of a Parks
Maintenance Worker and purchase of a light duty pickup truck.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO PAY VOA ASSOCIATES A PARTIAL PAYMENT
OF $58,246.44 FOR WORK PERFORMED TO DATE ON THE RIVERWALK DESIGN
AND PERMIT
Management Assistant for Community Relations Hobson reminded Council VOA
Associates was contracted by the City to perform certain work regarding the Riverwalk
design and permitting process. The request before Council this evening to reimburse VOA
for specific work provided for this project in the amount of $58,246.44. He noted the
payment would be a gesture of good will in that the City no longer requires the services of
VOA for the Riverwalk project. Management Assistant Hobson stated the payment of
$58,246.44 represents approximately 49% of the outstanding balance requested by VOA.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Murgatroyd, to accept Staffs recommendation to
authorize payment to VOA Associates in the amount of $58,246.44 for work performed to
date on the Riverwalk Design and Permitting process.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab. Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR—STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Low announced the next meeting of the McHenry County Council of
Government is scheduled for Wednesday February 22, 2005 at Adrianna's in Harvard. The
registration deadline is Friday, February 17'h.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Public Works Committee Chairman Alderman Wimmer announced a meeting was
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held this evening prior to the regularly scheduled Council Meeting. Minutes will be
forthcoming. Chairman Wimmer also announced a Public Works Committee Meeting has
been scheduled for Monday, February 21, 2006 at 7 p.m. in the Aldermen's Conference
Room.
STAFF REPORTS
There was no Staff Report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no future agenda items discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Condon, to adjourn the meeting at 8:24 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
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