HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 06/16/2008 - City Council REGULAR MEETING
J U N E 16, 2008
A Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Low at
7:30 P.M. on Monday, June 16, 2008 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, Deputy City Clerk Kunzer, City Attorney McArdle, Deputy City Administrator
Martin, Assistant City Administrator Hobson, Director of Public Works Schmitt.
Mayor Low announced the following Agenda Items were being pulled from
consideration this evening:
#11 Staff recommendation regarding the proposed development of the property located
at the northwest corner of the intersection of Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake
Road (item deferred at the applicant's request);
#13 Staff recommendation for amendment of the Subdivision Control and Development
Ordinance regarding definition of subdivision and re-subdivision (item pulled at
Staff s request).
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION — 10 MINUTE LIMITATION
There was no one who signed in to speak during the Ten Minute Public Input
Session.
CONSENT AGENDA
Alderman Glab expressed some concern regarding Consent Agenda Item #H,
request for special use/picnic permit submitted by Conlon & Thompson Orthodontics for
August 1 st at Whispering Oaks Park. He noted the request is for park use to show a movie
until 11 p.m. and stated this could impact neighboring residents as the area is in close
proximity to a residential neighborhood.
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated the proposed use site is adjacent to the
Case Implement business and is located approximately 300 yards from the nearest
Whispering Oaks residence and about 250 yards from the apartment building on Crystal
Lake Road. Impact on the abutting residences should be minimal.
Alderman Murgatroyd inquired if the park rental fees had been waived for the event.
Assistant City Administrator Hobson responded the applicant paid the park rental fees.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Condon, to approve the Consent Agenda as
presented:
A. Accept proposal for remote access to Water Division SCADA System — B&W
Control Systems Integration, in an amount not-to-exceed $6,640;
B. Final pay request for Riverwalk Phase I construction —Alliance Contractors in the
amount not-to-exceed $66,184.10;
C. Final pay request for Public Works facility demolition project from:
1) Champion Environmental Services, Inc., $22,800;
2) CornerStone Material Recovery, Inc., $34,700;
3) Benitez Electrical Group, $10,000;
D. Request for temporary advertising signs for Fiesta Days — McHenry Area
Chamber of Commerce;
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E. Prevailing Wage Ordinance;
F. Request to advertise for bids for Public Works Wastewater Division utility vehicle;
G. Block Parties:
1) Kathy Hatter, June 28t", Legend Lakes Subdivision;
2) Wendy Biggerstaff, July 19 , Legend Lakes Subdivision;
H. Special Use/Picnic Permits;
I. City Council Minutes:
June 2, 2008 regularly scheduled meeting;
J. List of As-Needed Checks:
ALBERTSONS 50.73
ALEXANDER, CHRIS 1,079.50
BENEFIT SYSTEMS & SERVIC 38,310.14
CHICAGO METROPOLITAN AGE 25.00
FOP UNITS I/II 2,052.00
FRY, ROBERT S 4,236.24
HEISLER, KRISTIN 736.97
HOLMSTROM, ROBERT 150.39
IPELRA 50.00
IUOE, LOCAL 150 2,767.59
MIDWEST OPERATING ENGINE 4,995.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 98.04
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 335.00
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER 45.00
NORTHEASTERN IL REGIONAL 30,906.00
NWBOCA 30.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 3,017.86
PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES 233.10
PROKLEEN SERVICES INC 1,648.79
SAM'S CLUB 521.79
SECRETARY OF STATE/INDEX 10.00
ST CHARLES, CITY OF 100.00
STONE, TANYA L 51.72
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 121.18
UNITED STATES LIFE INSUR 1,258.20
GRAND TOTALS 92,830.24
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 41,402.34
PAGEANT FUND 1,079.50
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 4,236.24
WATER/SEWER FUND 219.15
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 43,507.25
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 2,385.76
TOTALS 92,830.24
K. List of Bills:
A W TOOL SALES INC 291.07
A-ABLE ALARM SERVICE INC 940.62
A-YARD CORP 605.00
AALTO, BRIAN 27.10
ACE HARDWARE, BSORKMAN'S 3,170.97
ACRES GROUP 11,580.00
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 64.97
ADAMS OUTDOOR POWER EQUI 21.70
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 356.96
ALEXANDER CHEMICAL CORP 3,939.68
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO 426.76
AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR B 160.00
ANDERSON, LORI 286.75
APWA 650.00
ARAMARK WORK APPAREL & U 1,202.53 .--�
AT & T 70.00 i
AT&T 3,483.44
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC 196.72
AWEVE, BEVERLY 12.00
B&W CONTROL SYSTEMS INTE 10,901.24
BARRIER GROUP, THE 2,000.00
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BASTIAN, THOMAS P 225.00
BAXTER & WOODMAN 1,363.63
BERGGREN, LEE 505.00
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 38.50
BURRIS EQUIPMENT COMPANY 302.38
BUSS FORD SALES 104.88
CAMARDELLE, KIM 176.00
CAREY ELECTRIC 6,350.00
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 233.50
CENTURY SPRINGS 182.20
CHAPEL HILL FLORIST INC 43.00
CHEMICAL PUMP SALES AND 98.30
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 1,476.30
CINTAS CORPORATION #355 742.97
CLOWNING AROUND ENTERTAI 277.38
COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY 139.00
COMED 7,673.20
COMMUNICATIONS REVOLVING 115.00
CONNEY SAFETY PRODUCTS 116.67
CONSERV FS 487.50
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY 29,175.08
CRAFT CONCRETE PRODUCTS 159.00
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 493.56
CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 2,311.22
D'ANGELO NATURAL SPRING 37.50
DELL MARKETING LP 1,112.00
DIVE CINCINNATI INC 5,261.20
DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO 261.55
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH 918.10
ED'S AUTOMOTIVE/JIM'S MU 178.00
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 269.90
FAST EDDIES CAR WASH 167.30
FIRESIDE, THE 50.00
FISCHER BROS FRESH 2,810.88
FLORES, DENISE 111.00
FONE ZONE-MCHENRY, THE 34.98
FOX VALLEY CHLORINATING 375.00
FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 808.58
w� FREELOVE, JULIE 23.00
GALLS INCORPORATED 83.29
GILLESPIE DESIGN GROUP I 27,930.00
GMIS INTERNATIONAL HEADQ 150.00
GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS 511.85
GRAINGER 2,155.50
GREAT LAKES FIRE & SAFET 34.90
HALOGEN SUPPLY COMPANY 2,660.00
HARKER, MAUREEN B 1,140.00
HARM'S FARM 891.69
HARRIS & ASSOC INC, BRUC 452.50
HENKEL, CHUCK 233.00
HOPP, SHELLY 126.22
ILLINOIS CITY/COUNTY MAN 295.00
ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGU 105.00
ILLINOIS PUMP INC 1,750.00
ILLINOIS RURAL WATER 41.00
INNOVATIVE PACKAGING INC 2,664.50
JENSEN'S PLUMBING & HEAT 175.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC 401.64
KIMBALL MIDWEST 889.07
KING, LAURA 244.80
KIRCHNER FIRE 60.00
KOKORUZ, LISA 185.00
KOMLINE-SANDERSON ENGINE 3,372.34
KROMER, HEATHER 285.00
KRUG, ROBERT 37.44
LAMBERT, FRANCES B 9.00
LANG CHEVROLET INC, GARY 430.04
LEACH ENTERPRISES INC 41.15
LEXISNEXIS 148.00
LIFEGUARD STORE INC, THE 1,205.25
LUNSMANN, JOAN 149.04
MARTEL JR, ROBERT E 17.40
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF 6,800.00
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC 1,639.53
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MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH S 6,879.00
MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL 9,444.00
MCHENRY COUNTY COUNCIL 0 165.00
MCHENRY COUNTY EDC 900.00
MCHENRY FAVORITE SPORT C 16.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 862.00
MCHENRY NAPA 1,038.10
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 542.00
MCHENRY SPECIALTIES 179.50
MCHENRY TOWNSHIP FIRE PR 73.00
MEIER & SONS FENCE MFG, 55.95
METROPOLITAN INDUSTRIES 294.00
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 3,711.67
MID AMERICPN WATER OF WA 5,751.30
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 1,688.38
MISCIK, LORI 71.00
MORAINE EMERGENCY PHYSIC 557.60
NORTH EAST MULTI-REGIONA 100.00
NORTHERN ILLINOIS MEDICA 171.69
NORTHERN ILLINOIS POLICE 88.00
NWBOCA 50.00
OASIS CARWASH INC 400.00
ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC 52.55
OTTOSEN BRITZ KELLY COOP 735.00
PANERA BREAD 13.00
PAYLINE WEST INC 130.43
PEPSI-COLA GENL BOT 278.26
PETROLIANCE LLC 18,560.85
PETTIBONE & CO, P F 594.25
PITNEY BOWES INC 310.85
POLARIS DIGITAL SYSTEMS 1,638.00
POLIDORI, PATRICK 36.37
POMPS TIRE SERVICE INC 371.58
POPP, ZARRY 41.39
PRECISION SERVICE & PART 930.48
PRIME TACK & SEAL CO 485.12
PROSOURCE FINANCIAL LLC 3,166.67
QUICK, KATHLEEN 91.43
R&J CONTRUCTION SUPPLY C 602.64
RELIABLE MAINTENANCE 710.00
RICHMOND FISHERIES 900.00
RIDGEVIEW ELECTRIC INC 643.20
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP 57.85
ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 293.46
RYBA, RON 20.98
SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS 90.00
SCHWEITZER, BRIAN H 150.00
SCIAME, RYAN 298.93
SEC GROUP INC 103,053.66
SHAW SUBURBAN MEDIA 24.70
SHAW, DEAN 50.00
SHORE GALLERIES INC 2,905.80
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURC 568.13
STANS OFFICE TECHNOLOGIE 297.10
STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 306.74
STEKL, DIANE 272.00
STONE, TANYA L 615.00
SWIFT CO INC, JOHN S 3,833.00
THELEN 384.75
THERMO/CENSE INC 198.28
THOMAS TRUCKING INC, KEN 1,225.00
THREE D DESIGN STUDIO LL 276.26
TOWN & COUNTRY POWER INC 510.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC 790.83
TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORAT 7,440.00
TRITON ELECTRONICS INC 606.50
ULTRA STROBE COMMUNICAIT 313.42
UNITED LABORATORIES 331.31
VALLEY VIEW ACRES 510.00
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 6,019.00
VILLAGE SQUIRE 60.00
VOGT, MARY ANN 230.00
WAREHOUSE DIRECT 3,633.50
WINGS, CARRIE 42.00
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WOLWORTH, DONNA 372.00
WOOD, ROLAND 111.24
YOUNG REMBRANDTS INC 270.00
ZMT INC 1,138.00
GRAND TOTALS 363,539.62
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 134,118.22
BAND FUND 823.25
ANNEXATION FUND 16,938.00
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 5,361.20
TIF FUND 19,172.50
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 61,571.05
WATER/SEWER FUND 67,743.02
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 41,463.82
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 927.57
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 5,132.59
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 10,286.40
TOTALS 363,539.62
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. ORD-02-1106 GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A RELIGIOUS INSTITUTION AT 768 RIDGEVIEW DRIVE
In attendance were Pastor Tim Beavis and parishioner Jerry Majewski of the
Orchard Church (formerly known as the Stone Ridge Community Church).
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was received from Orchard
Church requesting an amendment to ordinance number ORD-02-1106 which granted a
conditional use permit to allow a religious institution facility in the Inland Business Park. An
ordinance proposing to amend the initial ordinance is attached for Council consideration.
The ordinance provides for:
1) Name change from Stone Ridge Community Church to Orchard Church;
2) Additional property (condominium unit) to the existing conditional use;
3) Conditional use permit expansion to add classrooms for Sunday school and bible
studies, as well as a fellowship hall for church functions and social activities.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated Council may choose one of three options
with regard to the request:
1) Approve the request;
2) Deny the request,
3) Direct the applicant to go before the Planning and Zoning Commission for public
hearing.
It is Stafrs recommendation to grant the conditional use expansion without sending the
matter to the Planning and Zoning Commission for public hearing.
Alderman Condon stated she agreed with Stafrs recommendation. Alderman Santi
concurred with Alderman Condon.
Alderman Glab inquired if the applicant intended to modify Monday through Friday
uses of the property, would they then be required to return to Council for approval. Mr.
Majewski responded the current church area did not provide adequate space for fellowship
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following services. The ordinance proposing the amendment increases the area of the .�
church, but does not actually modify the types of. uses. All uses are ancillary to the
conditional use permit to operate a church facility on the premises. Some discussion
followed regarding the ancillary uses being allowed during the week as well as on the
weekend. Mr. Majewski noted various bible study groups meet during the week. These
ancillary uses should be permitted as they currently are taking place on the premises. City
Attorney McArdle noted all aspects of the original ordinance remain in effect.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staffs recommendation to
pass an ordinance granting an expansion of the existing conditional use permit to allow a
religious institution at 768 Ridgeview Drive, and to provide for the following:
1) Name change from Stone Ridge Community Church to Orchard Church;
2) Additional property (condominium unit) to the existing conditional use;
3) Conditional use permit expansion to add classrooms for Sunday school and bible
studies, as well as a fellowship hall for church functions and social activities.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR ANNEXATION, ZONING AND VARIANCES — NANCY PORSTNER, 1632
NORTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE
In attendance was Applicant Nancy Porstner, property owner of 1632 North
Riverside Drive.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the applicant had previously appeared before
Council requesting connection to the municipal sanitary sewer system. The City Council
approved the request subject to the property being annexed upon its becoming contiguous
to the City. Since that time, Staff has determined the subject property is contiguous to the
City via the Fox River, making it adjacent to Hunterville Park Subdivision.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the applicant is seeking annexation to the
City. Subsequent to annexation, the Applicant is requesting a zoning map amendment to
RS4 High-Density Single-Family Residential District and variances as to side yard setback
and the number of accessory structures (three) on the subject property. The applicant
intends to connect to the municipal sanitary sewer system, but would like to retain use of
her private well, and not connect to municipal water service at this time.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the request for zoning and variances was
presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission at a public hearing held on May 15,
2008. The Commission unanimously recommended approval.
Alderman Murgatroyd inquired if granting the variances would allow the Applicant to
rebuild the existing structures on the premises if they became damaged. Deputy City
Administrator Martin responded the Applicant would be entitled to reconstruct the buildings,
as indicated on the Plat of Survey, if they were damaged or destroyed.
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Alderman Santi requested clarification regarding the retention of the private well.
Deputy City Administrator Martin responded if the well failed, the property owner at the time
' (whether current applicant or not) would be unable to dig a new private well. Connection to
municipal water service would be required at that time.
Alderman Peterson inquired if the Applicant would be allowed to reconstruct the
existing structures should they be destroyed by fire. Deputy City Administrator Martin
responded in the affirmative.
Alderman Glab noted he had issues with the number of existing structures on the
premises and the fact that they could be rebuilt even though they are non-conforming to
City code. Alderman Glab also expressed concern regarding allowing the Applicant to keep
the private well indefinitely. Alderman Glab opined he would prefer that the variance
allowing three accessory structures should be granted for a limited time only.
Ms. Porstner addressed Council, stating she had recently removed one of the
accessory structures from her property. The newer garage and boat house remain on the
site. Ms. Porstner also stated she would like to retain her private well. It is a shallow well,
only 20-30 feet deep.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the ordinance granting the variances would
be amended to delete the request for variance as to the number of accessory structures on
the premises. Exhibit B, a copy of the plat of survey, would likewise be amended.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Santi, to accept Staffs recommendation, and
pass an ordinance annexing the property located at 1632 North Riverside Drive to the City
of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon, Low.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Schaefer, to accept the unanimous
recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission, to pass an ordinance granting a
zoning map amendment to RS-4 High-Density Single-Family Residential Zoning District
and granting a variance as to the required side yard setback for the subject premises
located at 1632 North Riverside Drive.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR USE OF PETERSEN PARK - RIVERVIEW THEATER COMPANY
In attendance was Ms. Angie Kells, Executive Artistic Director of the Riverview
Theater Company.
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Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated a request was submitted by Riverview
Theater Company seeking permission to utilize Petersen Park Beach Area to host four
performances of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. The performances are
scheduled for June 19, 20, 21, and 22. It is estimated between 50 and 75 persons will
attend each performance. The evening performances on June 19, 20 and 21 will occur from
7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Sunday's matinee performance on June 22"d is scheduled from 3 p.m.
until 5 p.m.
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated the park rental application has been
completed, park rental fees have been paid, and it is Staff s recommendation to approve
the request.
Responding to Alderman Santi's inquiry, Ms. Kells stated no more than 75 persons
per performance are expected at the park. Alderman Santi inquired as to event advertising.
Ms. Kells replied notice appeared in the McHenry Chamber newsletter, and posters and
flyers are being circulated throughout town.
In response to Alderman Glab's inquiry, Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated
the fee paid coincides with what is required by the park rental for-profit fee structure. Ms.
Kells stated it is their intent to charge $10 per person at the gate. Residents entering the
park, but not intending to watch the performance, will not have to pay the fee.
Alderman Murgatroyd stated the performances are an interesting use of the park
and good for the community. Alderman Peterson concurred.
Alderman Condon noted it is wonderful the community is able to offer such an event.
It is a great opportunity for the community to enjoy this type of production.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Condon, to accept Staffs recommendation to approve
the request from Riverview Theater Company to use Petersen Park Beach Area on June
19, 20, 21 and 22, 2008 to host Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR CONCEPT PLAN FOR RIVERWALK PHASE III
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated Staff has been working with McHenry
Elementary School District 15 and Riverwalk project owner Ned Neumann (along with
developer Cunat Inc.) regarding a possible land swap between the two entities to facilitate
the development of Mr. Neumann's project. In order to accomplish the transaction, three
steps are required:
1) A land survey of the properties to be exchanged must be done;
2) An appraisal verifying the swap would include equal property values must be
accomplished;
3) A commitment from the City must be provided that the proposed property
improvement is consistent with the concept plan when the Riverwalk is constructed.
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Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated Staff has formulated a resolution for
Council consideration. The adoption of the resolution would meet the third requirement
establishing the City's commitment to the concept plan as presented.
Alderman Condon expressed her excitement about the opportunity of this portion of
the Riverwalk moving forward.
Brief discussion occurred in response to Alderman Santi's inquiry regarding the
locating of the historic bridge as a pedestrian crossway in this portion of the Riverwalk.
Alderman Santi expressed concern regarding possible dredging of the creek once the
pedestrian bridge has been installed. City Administrator Maxeiner noted the resolution
before Council this evening does not commit the City to installing the bridge at this time.
Alderman Glab inquired if the resolution would be binding. City Administrator
Maxeiner stated Council's passing the resolution provides an act of faith to the School
District as well as the Developer that the City supports the concept plan as presented.
Should that plan change, the City would then go to the District and the Developer and
rework the agreement.
Alderman. Schaefer opined he is glad the project is moving forward. Alderman
Murgatroyd concurred.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staffs recommendation to
pass a resolution approving the concept plan prepared by SEC Planning in April 2008,
attached to the resolution as Exhibit #1; and to commit to the improvements identified on
Exhibit#1 when and /or if this section of the Riverwalk is constructed.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR SIGN VARIANCES - DIAMOND PLAZA IN NORTHGATE WEST
SUBDIVISION
In attendance were Architect Walter Hainsfurther and Applicant/Developer Deano
Vass.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was received from the Applicant
for additional signage in the Diamond Plaza complex located in Northgate West
Subdivision. The request included two additional free-standing signs which would exceed
the allowable height and area permitted, as well as four additional wall signs.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted Staff has reviewed the request and has
made the following recommendation:
1) to approve the request for three additional wall signs on the rear of the building
(1/business) with the following conditions:
�-� a) each additional wall sign on the rear building fagade shall have maximum 2' high
capital letters, 1.5' high lower case letters;
b) all letters shall be blocked, one color, and uniform along the rear of the building;
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c) no logos shall be permitted on the rear of the building;
2) to approve the request for one additional free-standing sign on the subject property
subject to the condition that the sign shall not exceed six feet in height and 30
square feet in area;
3) to deny the request for sign height and area variances for the allowed additional
free-standing sign.
4) to deny the request for an additional corner unit wall sign on the north elevation;
5) to deny the request for a second free-standing sign on the subject property.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted the signs recommended for approval are
consistent with previous sign variances granted for the Northgate West Subdivision.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staffs recommendation to
approve one free-standing sign and three additional wall signs on the rear of the building
located at Diamond Plaza, subject to the conditions specified by Staff.
Discussion on the Motion
Alderman Condon stated she could support the variance for the rear fagade signs
provided the signs are consistent with the limitations previously granted in this
development. She concurred with Staffs recommendation.
Alderman Santi concurred with Alderman Condon.
Alderman Glab recalled previous discussion regarding sign variances being
proposed for the Northgate West Development and agreed with Staffs recommendation
before Council this evening.
In response to Alderman Schaefer's inquiry, Deputy City Administrator Martin stated
any signs required for a drive-up establishment in the development, including a directional
sign, would be allowed as part of the conditional use permit.
Alderman Murgatroyd opined the second monument -sign granted the Northgate
West Development (following the one allowed by Home State Bank) was to serve the entire
development. He expressed concern that every project that comes before Council in this
subdivision is seeking its own free-standing sign. He suggested the newer developments
piggy-back their signage on the development's existing monument sign located at Route 31
and Diamond Drive. Alderman Murgatroyd indicated he has a problem with the number of
signs and sign variances being requested by projects in this development.
Mr. Hainsfurther stated it was the applicant's understanding that because the
property fronts on two streets, Diamond Drive and Route 31, two free-standing signs should
be permitted on the subject premises. He also noted all plans previously submitted to the
City, including the site plan, showed two monument signs. The applicant assumed both
signs would be allowed. Mr. Hainsfurther also noted the applicant requested of the
subdivision owners that signage be added to the Route 31 free-standing development sign.
The applicant was advised by the Northgate West development owners to request sign
variances from the City to allow free-standing signs on their property. Mr. Hainsfurther
noted the tenants need two free-standing signs on the subject property.
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City Administrator Maxeiner stated the City appreciates the applicant's situation.
However, the City has no control over what information was relayed to the applicant by the
property owner during the sale of the property.
Alderman Murgatroyd stated he thought the Route 31 monument sign was erected
for the benefit of the entire Northgate West Development. He noted in 2003 the subdivision
property owners were advised that only one monument sign would be permitted for the
entire development except for the Home State Bank free-standing sign.
City Attorney McArdle inquired if the applicant had researched the possibility of
using a portion of the subdivision monument sign located at Diamond Drive and Route 31.
Mr. Vass indicated he had not looked into this possibility. Mr. Vass reiterated two
monument signs were shown on his project's site plan which was previously approved by
the City. He therefore believed he should be entitled to install both monument signs on his
property.
City Administrator Maxeiner inquired if the tenants were able to utilize a portion of
the existing subdivision sign, in conjunction with one free-standing sign on their
development, would that satisfy the advertising needs of the project? Mr. Vass responded
he needs both monument signs on his property. City Administrator Maxeiner stated in the
eyes of the Council consistency within the development must be maintained. City
Administrator Maxeiner noted the signs for this development were the subject of much City
Council discussion and agreement in 2003 when this subdivision was first presented to the
City.
At Mayor Low's encouragement, the motion and second were withdrawn, and the
matter was tabled until a future Council meeting when the issues at hand have been
resolved.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF BULL VALLEY ROAD AND
CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD:
1) ORDINANCE APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLAT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR DRIVE-UP PHARMACY FOR A SHOPPING CENTER DEVELOPMENT;
2) DIRECT STAFF TO WORK WITH CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING THE 2.2- ACRE
MUNICIPAL PARCEL ADJACENT TO GRAND DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION
Mayor Low stated this matter was pulled from consideration on this evening's
agenda at the applicant's request.
APPROVAL OF MOSQUITO ABATEMENT CONTRACTS FOR 2008 WITH..MCHENRY
TOWNSHIP AND CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT INC. IN AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $34,296.10
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated the City is once again considering
agreements between the City and McHenry Township, and the City and Clarke
Environmental, to provide mosquito abatement services for the 2008 season. The total
amount of the City's financial portion of the agreement is $34,296.10 delineated as follows:
1) Agreement with McHenry Township to provide seasonal service (McHenry Township
portion) in the amount of$12,337.50;
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2) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide seasonal service (Nunda Township .�
portion) in the amount of$7,000;
3) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide two additional City-wide
treatments, if needed, in the amount of$6,916.80;
4) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide specific treatments for Fiesta Days,
Fourth of July, and City band concerts, on an "as needed" basis, in the aggregate
amount of$1,125.
Assistant City Administrator Hobson noted the 2008/2009 budget includes $28,000
for this service. There are funds available in the Administration Contractual Account to
cover the overage.
In response to Alderman Murgatroyd's inquiry, Assistant City Administrator Hobson
stated in previous years the additional treatments for band concerts, July 4th and Fiesta
Days were included in the initial contract price, and not considered an added expense. The
rate per additional treatments this year is $200 per application.
Alderman Condon stated there is a need for the service, and, with increased fuel
costs, it is understandable the cost of the service would increase.
Responding to Alderman Santi's inquiry, the initial treatments occur when the
monitoring traps indicate the timing is appropriate.
Alderman Glab opined with the high levels of rainfall and the increased water table,
the need for mosquito abatement treatments this year is evident.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Santi, to accept Staffs recommendation to
approve the 2008 Mosquito Abatement Program in the amount not-to-exceed $34,296.10
as follows:
1) Agreement with McHenry Township to provide seasonal service (McHenry Township
portion) in the amount of$12,337.50;
2) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide seasonal service (Nunda Township
portion) in the amount of$7,000;
3) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide two additional City-wide
treatments, if needed, in the amount of$6,916.80;
4) Agreement with Clarke Environmental to provide specific treatments for Fiesta Days,
Fourth• of July, and City band concerts, on an "as needed" basis, in the aggregate
amount of$1,125.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO PRESENT A REVISED DEFINITION OF SUBDIVISION
TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Mayor Low stated this matter has been deferred until a future Council meeting at
Staff s request.
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MAYOR— STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Low expressed the City's gratitude to the McHenry Kiwanis for the successful
Soap Box Derby event conducted last Saturday. Mayor Low thanked Staff who helped to
prepare for and facilitate the event.
Mayor Low reported she has received numerous compliments regarding the City's
downtown aesthetics and thanked City employees for their hard work in making the City
look so clean and beautiful.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
STAFF REPORTS
Assistant City Administrator Hobson announced the following upcoming events:
• Miss McHenry Pageant, Saturday, June 21st 6:30 p.m.,West Campus Auditorium.
• Landmark Commission's A Day at Petersen Farm, Sunday, June 29th 10 a.m.—4 p.m.
City Administrator Maxeiner reported that City vehicle stickers must be purchased
and displayed by June 30tn
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Alderman Glab stated various development signs are appearing in City rights-of way
once again. He encouraged City staff to continue with the sign clean-up program as it
appears to be making a difference.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Condon, seconded by Wimmer, to adjourn the meeting at 8:48 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Meeting was adjo rned at 8:48 p.m.
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MAYOR DEPUTY CITY CLERK