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AGENDA
Mayor's Office REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
(815) 363-2108 Monday, August 31, 2009, 7:30 PM
Fax (815) 363-2119
Clerk's Office 1. Call to Order
(815)363-2100
Fax(815)363-2128 2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance '
Administration
(815)363-2108 4. Public Input Session: 10 Minute Limitation
Fax(815)363-2119 5. Consent Agenda:
Public Works A. Final payment to SEC Group, Inc. in the amount of $520 for Knox Park Softball
Community Field No. 2 engineering services agreement and change order adding $520 to
Development contract amount;
(815)363-2170 B. Advertise for bids for installation of holiday lighting in Veterans Memorial Park
Fax(815)363-2173 C. Intermittent closure of portions of Center Street and Kane Avenue for McHenry
High School Marching Band Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2009;
Parks and Recreation D. Landmark School PTO Annual Harvest Festival Hayride;
(815)363-2160 E. Hilltop School PTO request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise
Fax(815)363-3186 annual Fall Fest on September 26, 2009;
F. Hilltop School PTO request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise
Police Non-Emergency Holidays at Hilltop event on December 5, 2009;
(815)363-2200 G. McHenry Public Library request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to
Fax(815)363-2149 advertise Library Book Sale on October 24, and 25, 2009 and waiver of
associated fees;
H. Request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise Normal Moments
Mayor fundraiser on September 19, 2009 and waiver of associated fees;
Susan E.Low I. Planning and Zoning review of Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3,Sub-Sec. (n)relating
to lighting regulations;
City Clerk J. Special Event Liquor License to The Church of Holy apostles to serve beer and
Janice C.Jones wine at annual Fall Fest on September 18, 19, 2009;
K. August 17, 2009 City Council meeting minutes;
Treasurer L. Special Use/Picnic Permits; and
David M.Welter M. List of Bills.
Aldermen 6. Request for temporary use permit from David Kruk for 4603 Bull Valley Road beginning
WARD 1 September 1, 2009 through November 30, 2009
Victor A. Santi 7, Conditional use permit for automobile service station and car wash at 5301 Bull Valley Road
WARD 2 8. Committee recommendation to schedule a public hearing for creation of an Historic District
Andrew A.Glab g Ordinance adopting Core Downtown Sub-area Plan
WARD 3 10. Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds for Local Street Improvements
Jeffrey A. Schaefer
11. Mayor — Statement and Reports
WARD 4 12. Committee Reports
Steven C.Murgatroyd
13. Staff Reports
WARD 5 14. Future Agenda Items
Richard W.Wimmer
15. Adjournment
WARD 6
Robert J.Peter&sted and Mailed: August 26, 2009
WARD 7
Geri A.Condon
CONSENT AGEWA
The Consent Agenda for the August 31, 2009 City Council meeting consists of the
following items:
A. Final payment to SEC Group, Inc. in the amount of$520 for Knox Park Softball Field No.
2 engineering services agreement and change order adding $520 to contract amount;
B. Advertise for bids for installation of holiday lighting in Veterans Memorial Park;
C. Intermittent closure of portions of Center Street and Kane Avenue for McHenry High
School Marching Band Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2009;
D. Landmark School PTO Annual Harvest Festival Hayride;
E. Hilltop School PTO request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise annual Fall
Fast on September 26, 2009;
F. Hilltop School PTO request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise Holidays at
Hilltop event on December 5, 2009;
G. McHenry Public Library request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise Library
Book Sale on October 24, and 25, 2609 and waiver of associated fees;
H. Request to post temporary signs in right-of-way to advertise Normal Moments fundraiser
on September 19, 2009 and waiver of associated fees;
I. Planning and Zoning review of Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3, Sub-Sec. (n) relating to
lighting regulations;
J. Special Event Liquor License to The Church of Holy apostles to serve beer and wine at
annual Fall Fast on September 18, 19, 2009;
K. August 17, 2009 City Council meeting minutes;
L. Special Use/Picnic Permits; and
M. List of Bills.
Attachments
CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson, Assistant City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Authorization to advertise for bids for the installation of holiday lights
in Veterans Memorial Park.
Annually, the city has contracted services for the installation of holiday tree lighting
in Veterans Memorial Park. A total of $17,500 was budgeted this fiscal year for
the lighting. If approved, lighting will be installed prior to the annual Downtown
Christmas Walk Toys and Toys for Tots Parade scheduled for November 15, 2009.
Attached is a copy of the bid documents and site plan depicting proposed locations
for the lights.
SPECIFICATIONS and BID DOCUMENTS
SERVICES TO
INSTALL, MAINTAIN, and REMOVE
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
FOR
CITY OF MCHENRY
333 S. GREEN STREET
MCHENRY, IL 60050
BID OPENING:
11:00 A.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2009
CITY OF MCHENRY
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
SERVICES TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN, and REMOVE
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
The City of McHenry will receive sealed bids for services to install, maintain, and remove
Christmas lights on trees at Veteran's Memorial Park for the 2009-2010 season until
11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2009. All bids shall be addressed to the
Administration Department, City of McHenry, 333 S. Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050.
Each proposal must be sealed and clearly identified on the outside of the envelope as a
"BID FOR CHRISTMAS LIGHTS". Bids will be opened at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday,
September 29, 2009 in the Alderman's Conference Room. Award of the bid will be
considered at a later meeting of the McHenry City Council within at least thirty(30) days
of the date of receiving bids.
All bids received prior to the specified date and time,which meet or exceed the minimum
specifications will be considered by the City. The City will review each properly
submitted bid and will make a selection based upon price, availability, quality and other
features of the bid proposals. Bids submitted after I1:00a.m., local time, will not be
considered and will be returned to the bidder.
The City of McHenry reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities
in the bids, and to select the bid that is considered to be the most advantageous to the City
of McHenry.
Only bids and proposals submitted on forms prepared by the City of McHenry will be
considered. Complete specifications and bid proposal forms may be obtained for the City
of McHenry, 333 S. Green Street,McHenry, Illinois 60050.
CITY OF MCHENRY
SERVICES TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN,
And REMOVE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
General Specifications
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This work shall generally include all labor, fuel, supplies, vehicles, and equipment to install,
maintain, and then remove Christmas lights on trees at Veteran's Park in the City of McHenry.
The lights to be installed will be provided by the contractor.
PERFORMANCE BOND
A performance bond is not required for this contract.
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
No work under this contract shall be started or performed until the successful bidder has obtained
and provided the City with proof of insurance of the following types and minimum amounts.
a) Worker's compensation and employer's liability in amounts as
required by the State of Illinois.
b) Comprehensive General Liability in an amount of not less than
$1,000,000.00.
c) Property Damage in an amount not less than$1,000,000.00.
d) Automobile Liability coverage to include all owned,rented,
leased, or hired vehicles in an amount not less the$1,000,000.00.
Each Insurance policy issued for this coverage, and the certificate of insurance issued as proof of
insurance, must also name the City of McHenry as an additional insured for the period of this
contract. In the event that the contractor fails to maintain or renew any insurance coverage
during the period of the contract, the City may cancel the contract at that time without any prior
notification.
No insurance policy issued for this contract may be allowed to expire prior to the completion of
this contract, without first providing the City with at least 15 days advance notice of the
expiration by certified mail. The contractor shall require any and all subcontractors performing
work on this contract to provide and maintain insurance coverage of the minimum amounts
specified during the period of the work.
Services for Christmas Lights
General Specifications
Page two
Nothing contained in these insurance requirements is to be construed as limiting the extent of the
Contractor's responsibility for payment of damages resulting from his performance and
completion of this work. The contractor agrees to assume all risk of loss and to indemnify and
hold harmless the City of McHenry from any and all liabilities, claims, suits, injuries, losses,
damages, fines or judgments, including litigation costs and attorney's fees, arising out of the
work for this contract, including to the extent allowed by law those liabilities, injuries, claims,
suits, losses, damages, fines or judgments, including litigation costs and attorney's fees, arising
out of or alleged to arise out of, the negligence of the City of McHenry, its officers, agents, and
employees.
SALES TAX
Supplies, materials, and equipment used for or installed as part of this contract are exempt from
retailer's occupational tax in the State of Illinois; this sales tax shall not be included as part of the
bid price. All other applicable taxes and fees shall be the responsibility of the contractor.
SCHEDULE
The City of McHenry requests that all lights be installed and in good working order by
Saturday, November 14, 2009. All lights to be installed under this contract are to be
completely removed after January 31, 2010, but no later than February 5, 2010. Please contact
Bill Hobson with the City of McHenry at (815) 363-2159 if there are problems with this
schedule.
MAINTENANCE
The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance of the lights from the time of installation
to the removal, which shall include, but not be limited to, replacement of bulbs, securing loose
strings of lights, and replacing strings of lights that are not operational. The contractor shall be
required to inspect the lights at least one time per week to make all repairs and complete all
replacements as needed. In addition, the contractor shall be required to complete all maintenance
within 2 working days when reported by the City of McHenry.
NUMBER and LOCATION OF TREES
Services under this contract shall include the installation, maintenance, and removal of lights on
trees within Veteran's Park that are specified on the attached Park map. On the bid submittal
page there is an additional line designated "price per 1,000 lights", this may be utilized should
the city of McHenry choose to add trees to that it wishes to have lit by the contractor.
Services for Christmas Lights
General Specifications
Page Three
PROTECTION OF TREES
The contractor shall complete all work in the best manner possible to protect the trees and to
prevent any damage to the trees and tree limbs. Bucket trucks shall be kept away from the tree
limbs, whenever possible. If the City determines during the installation and the removal work
that excess damage is being done to the trees, the contractor shall be required to stop work
immediately and to revise the means of installation and/or the means of removal in order to
eliminate the damage to the trees. The City will not allow removal of the lights by pulling the
strings from the trees. Instead the lights must be cut off and/or unwrapped from the trees.
INSTALLATION
Installation may include wrapping individual branches OR "draping" over branches to light the
designated trees. Placement and design of the placement shall be reviewed with the contractor
prior to installation. The contractor shall connect the lights at each tree to extension cords that
carry the power from tree to tree to the power supply provided by the City in the park. Every
effort should be made to suspend those cords within the trees and transfer the power to adjacent
trees in the air. Laying extension cords on the ground for long runs will be unacceptable.
All connections and all plugs must be completely wrapped with electricians tape, or covered
with heat shrink plastic, as a moisture barrier.
LIGHTS TO BE PROVIDED
The contractor will be required to supply all the strings of lights in addition to any replacement
bulbs that may be required throughout the season. A commercial grade outdoor light is
recommended. All lights for the park are to be clear or white. The contractor is not required to
salvage the lights at the end of season and will not be required to remove the lights in working
order.
TIMERS TO BE PROVIDED
The contractor will be required to supply timers for all the strings of lights. A plug in style timer
is recommended and should be of a commercial grade or such deemed to handle the electrical
load for the stings of lights. Timers will be located within the sealed electrical boxes however
they should be able to withstand winter temperatures. All timers should be coordinated and set
appropriately for the lights to turn on at 3:00 pm and turn off at 11:00 pm daily.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
The City shall make two-thirds (2/3) payment of the total bid price upon completion and
approval of the installation of all lights within forty-five (45) days of the receipt of invoice. The
City shall pay the remaining one-third (1/3) of the total bid price following the completion of the
required maintenance and after the removal of all lights from all trees within forty-five (45) days
of the receipt of an invoice. The City does reserve the right to make a deduction from the final
payment if the contractor fails to provide necessary maintenance after receipt of written notice
from the City.
CITY OF MCHENRY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
333 S. GREEN STREET
MCHENRY,IL 60050
BID FORM: SERVICES TO INSTALL,MAINTAIN, and REMOVE
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS—2009-10
Bid Opening: 11:00 a.m.,Tuesday, September 29,2009
The undersigned hereby agrees to provide and deliver the services described in these
specifications and the literature attached to this bid proposal at the bid price shown below.
Total Bid Price $
Number of Lights to be Installed
Price per 1,000 Lights $
SUBMITTED BY:
Company
Address
Name& Title
(Please Print)
Signature
Phone Date
CITY OF MCHENRY
BIDDER'S CERTIFICATION
In submitting this bid, the Bidder certifies:
1) The prices in the Bid have been arrived at independently,without consultation,
communication, or agreement, for the purposes of restricting competition, as to
any matter relating to such prices with any other Bidder or with any competitor.
2) Unless otherwise required by law,the prices which have been quoted in the Bid
have not knowingly been disclosed by the Bidder,prior to opening,directly or
indirectly to any other Bidder or to any competitor.
3) No attempt has been made or will be made by the Bidder to induce any other person
or firm to submit or not submit a bid for the purpose of restricting competition.
4) Bidder is not barred from contracting with City of McHenry as result of a violation
of either Section 33E or-3 or 33E-4 of Chapter 720 of the Illinois Compiled Statues
Article 33E,Public Contracts (P.A. 85-1295).
BIDDER
Company Name
BY:
Signature
TITLE:
DATE:
This certificate must be signed and dated by an officer of the Bidder and returned with the
Bid.
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CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson,Assistant City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: High School Marching Band Event at McCracken Field
Background. For the second year, the McHenry High School Marching Band has proposed
hosting a marching band clinic/competition at McCracken Field. This year's event is proposed
for September 12t' from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The bulk of the event will be hosted at
McCracken Field. However, facilities at Center Street Park as well as Edgebrook and Duker
Schools will be utilized.
As was the case with the previous year's event, bands would be performing at McCracken Field
every 15 —20 minutes. They will first assemble and warm up at Center Street Park, upon which
they will march in formation to the main performance field. In order to do so they are
requesting the intermittent closure of a portion of Center Street and a portion of Kane Avenue.
Once the performance is complete the band will proceed to the District 15 sites for review and
instruction from clinic organizers and judges.
The city will provide barricades to the McHenry High School Marching Band to assist with the
closing of the streets. The barricades will be placed in the street and removed by event
volunteers. No city staff assistance will be required for the event. There were no issues with
this event last year and staff would once again recommend approval of the request.
Recommendation. To approve the request from the McHenry High School Marching Band for
the intermittent closure of portions of Center Street and Kane Avenue on September 12, 2009
from 2:00 PM—6:00 PM.
CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson, Assistant City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009, Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Landmark School PTO Hayride
Background. The Landmark School's PTO (Landmark Community Organization), has
requested permission to use city streets for a hayride that will occur during a school function on
Friday, October 16, 2009, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The school is not requesting that the street
be closed,just permission to use the streets.
This is the seventh annual hayride. Staff received no complaints about the event last year. The
route they would like to use is depicted on the map below:
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To allow the special use of city streets by the Landmark Community Organization for a hayride
Friday, October 16, 2009, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM as presented.
CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin,Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Hilltop Elementary School PTO Request for Signs in City Right-of-Way
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the requests from Hilltop Elementary
School PTO to place three signs in City right-of-way and waive all applicable fees
A letter from the Hilltop Elementary PTO was received (letter is attached) requesting
permission to place three signs in the city right-of-way advertising their annual Fall Fest. The
event is proposed to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at
Hilltop Elementary School. They are also requesting waiver of the $175 sign variance fee and
the $60 temporary sign permit fee ($30 is refunded upon sign removal). The proposed sign
locations are:
Chapel Hill and Lincoln Road
Richmond Road (Illinois Route 31) and Blake Boulevard
Riverside Drive and McCullom Lake Road
The PTO would like to put the signs up upon approval and take them down one week after the
event. Staff believes that this is too long of a time period. Staff recommends allowing the
installation of the signs no earlier than 10 days prior to the event.
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin, Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009,Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Temporary Sign Permit to place Directional and Sponsorship Signs in City Right-
of-Way and Waiver of Fees
Applicant: Vicki Boxlietner
ATTACHMENTS: 1. Letter from Vicki Boxlietner
2. Walk Directions
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve temporary sign variances to allow directional and
sponsorship signs in City right-of-way for Normal Moments Fundraiser and to waive all associated fees
Background
A letter was received requesting permission to place directional and.sponsorsh� signs in City right-of-
way along a fundraising walk path. The walk is scheduled for September 19 . The fundraiser is for
Normal Moments, an organization which provides assistance to children that are critically ill or suffer
from a terminal illness.
Event coordinators and volunteers will be located along the walking route to assist walkers in crossing
major intersections, distribute snacks and liquids, and to provide first aid and assistance as required. The
signs would be placed along the route by 7:00 AM the day of the walk and removed by 3:00 PM the same
day. The walkers will be given until 1:00 p.m.to complete the walk at which time they will be picked-up
and transported back to the VFW.
Staff Analysis
Staff does not have any issues with this request and would recommend approval as presented.
Cleaning Ladies 911
3212 Vista Terrace
McHenry, IL. 60050
815-344-3368
August 191h, 2009
Dear McHenry County City Council:
Hello again!! It is that time of year again,that we are seeking your approval for our
fundraiser. Last year you very graciously approved our walk throughout Mchenry,
and we are seeking that approval again.
The date of the event this year is September 19te,2009. Beginning at 10:00 a.m. at
the VFW,on route 120.
The walk is going to be 7.0 miles in distance,please find the attached map with
directions of the streets that we would like to walk,
The fundraiser is for Normal Moments. This organization provides much needed
assistance to children that are critically ill,or suffer from a terminal illness. Normal
Moments is a 501 (c)3 non for profit organization. The services that Normal
Moments provides for families is,house cleaning,pet sitting,lawn care,snow
removal,home cooked meals, an'd small household tasks such as plant watering,
taking out the garbage,collecting the mail,all the little things that parents are
unable to keep up with when they are at the hospital for days,weeks,and even
months. Or when they have chemo treatments to go to,or when they just want to
hold their child and love them, because the just do not know if tomorrow will come.
You can visit their web site at www.Normalmoments.or for more detailed
information. Last year Cleaning Ladies 911 raised a little over 11,000.00 and we
hope that this year is even more of a success,as the founder of the organization,
Patricia Fragen,is using her own personal monies to keep this going. She is
currently helping over 84 families,with calls that come in weekly. So we need this
year to be an even bigger success. We are pleased to announce that Star 105.5 radio
station,is promoting our walk,and is even going to make an appearance at the
VFW that day.
We are asking for your permission to hold this walk in our town. The walkers who
sign up to walk are suggested to raise 100.00 or more. Our goal again this year is to
have 100 walkers. Last year we had 72. We will have two people who have medical
training in first aid and CPR available. There will also be three vehicles that will be
driving the route,which we call"sweepers" checking on our walkers,taking anyone
who is tired to the finish line,and passing out water. We also have contacted the
fire and police departments to make them aware of the event. The start of the walk
is going to be at 10:00 a.m.,and finish at 12:30 p.m.
We will have a person to help walkers safely cross at the intersections (Please refer
to the map)of Lake StJ120,Green StJ 120 and at McCullom Lake RdJRiverside.
This year I tried to do less intersection crossing,by doing almost all right turns. To
help make the walk as safe as possible. We are putting a cap on the walk time of
1:00 p.m. This will allow them 3 hours to complete the walk. If some are not done
by then,we will pick them up,and return them to the VFW. Last year,I am happy
to say,everyone was back on time.
We are also requesting that we be allowed to place signs along the walk route for
direction in which the walkers should turn,so they may follow the route
appropriately. We also ask for permission to place signs along the walk route for
our generous sponsors,to receive recognition. The signs for both walker directions,
and the sponsors,we are asking to be placed at 7:00 a.m. on the day of the event,
and picked up by 3:00, and the day of the event. The signs are 3 ft. by 3ft.,and are
plated in the ground with metal stakes.
We have also asked local businesses along the route for their permission to use their
restroom facilities. We received permission from Snug harbor,Bambino's,Green
Street Cafe,Target,Applebee's,and Mobil.
Following the walk we are having a gathering back at the VFW for lunch,raffles,
live music,face painting,and fellowship. Which we hope that our community
attends,as this is open to the community even if they do not walk.
We are hoping to continue to do this walk every year with your permission.
We thank you for your time,and we hope that our plan meets with your approval.
With Warm Regards,
Vicki Bozlietner
Connee Ballman
Owners of Cleaning Ladies 911
Starting Point: VFW Heads towards Lake St.
Left on River Rd.
Right on Chapel Hill 1.0 miles
Right on Miller 2.0 miles
Right on Green St. 3.0 miles
At this point you will be walking towards town.
Approved bathroom stops, McHenry Downtown Theater,
and Bambino's
You will cross Route 120 (Elm St.) and stay on Green St.
Left on Washington 4.9 miles
Right on Richmond 5.1 miles
You will be passing Applebee's, and Target, these are also
approved Bathroom stops.
Right on McCullom Lake Rd. 5.4 miles
Right on Riverside 5.8 miles
Left on Pearl 6.5 miles
Right on River
Left on Lake
Follow Lake into VFW parking Lot 7.0 miles
PLEASE NOTE; STAY ON THE WIDE SHOULDERS
ON ROADS WITHOUT SIDEWALKS. WHEN YOU
ARE ON ROADS WITHOUT SIDEWALKS, PLEASE
WALK FACING TRAFFIC.
EMERGENCY # 847-306-0538 OR 815-575-2834
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CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin, Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Amendment to the Lighting Regulations
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To direct staff to send this matter to the Planning and
Zoning Commission for a public hearing
The City's Lighting Ordinance was adopted in 2006. Since the adoption there have been three
baseball fields that have had new lighting installed: (Knox Park, Petersen Park and McHenry
VFW). There are three points of conflict between the existing lighting regulations and the
lighting installed at these fields, including provisions relating to: maximum light level
permitted, maximum height of lighting standards and when the lights are required to be
turned-off. Staff would like to send this matter to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a
public hearing to clear-up these conflicts with the ordinance.
CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas K. Maxeiner, City Administrator
FOR: August 31 , 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Request from The Church of Holy Apostles to grant a special event
liquor license to serve beer and wine at annual Fall Fest on September
18 and 19, 2009.
The Church of Holy Apostles is hosting its annual Fall Fest on Friday, September 18
and Saturday, September 19, 2009, in the Bell Tower Place located at 5211 W. Bull
Valley Road. Attached is a letter from the church's Business Manager Mike Schneider
and special event liquor license application.
The $25 license fee has been paid and all required information has been submitted to
the city.
Recommendation: To grant a special event liquor license to The Church of Holy
Apostles to serve beer and wine at their annual Fall Fest on September 18th from 6:00
PM to 10:30 PM, and on September 19th from 1 1 :00 AM to 10:30 PM.
THE CHURCH OF HOLY APOSTLES
_ 5211 West Bull Valley Road • McHenry, IL 60050-7429
" (815) 385-LORD (5673) • Fax (815) 385-6045
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E-mail: hapostlesCthechurchofholyapostles.org
Website: www.thechurchofholyapostles.org
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August 12,2009
To whom it may concern,
We will be holding our annual Fall Fest here on the church grounds September 18 and
19, 2009.
Along with the various activities that will be taking place we will also be serving food
and beverages, including beer and wine.
In planning and execution of this event, we will be involving local businesses, groups and
individuals with the intention of promoting community spirit and goodwill.
Carl Kaufman is this year's chair person and can answer any questions you may have. He
can be reached at 815-338-2475.
Sincerely,
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Mike Schneider
Business Manager
SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION
CITY OF MCHENRY
(State liquor licensing authority approval is required for this license)
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5. DATE(S)OF EVENT: S e-, T /4 2,>U HOURS: s/ .. /0•'3o P
(not more than 3 days)6. TYPE OF ALCOHOL TO BE SERVED: ✓ BEER iJ/ WINE LIQUOR
7. NO UNDER-AGED OR INTOXICATED PERSON(S)SHALL BE SERVED ANY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
8. DRAM SHOP INSURANCE TO THE MAXIMUM LIMIT MUST BE OBTAINED AND A CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE NAMING THE
CITY OF MCHENRY AS ADDITIONALLY INSURED SHALL BE ATTACHED TO THIS APPLICATION.
AFFIDAVIT
}`�f/C-/Aq�e c- bwet. -P-& hereby states that the City of McHenry shall not be held liable for any
occurrence,loss,damage,or injury as a result of this event. Person or persons to whom this license has been issued shall hold the City of
McHenry harmless in connection with any and all claims arising as a result of the consumption of alcoholic liquor or as a result of the issuance
of this license.
The undersigned certifies that they will not violate any of the laws of the City of McHenry,of the State of Illinois,or of the United States
of America,in the conduct of this Special Event Liquor License and that the statements contained in this application are true and correct to the
best of his/her knowledge and belief. The undersigned is aware that state liquor licensing approval is required for this license.
6
SUBSCRIBED and SWORN to befor this Signature of Applicant
q
day of , 20
uQl (-t dC ' I A L SEALS
Notary Public srcila M.Geraghty
DATE ISSUED rt°tst+�� 1c. fires SI2W�0 LICENSE NO.
EFFECTIVE DATE(S)
07/2008
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 17, 2009
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled August 17, 2009 meeting of the McHenry City
Council to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer,
Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon. Absent: None. Also in attendance were: City
Administrator Maxeiner, City Clerk Jones, City Attorney McArdle, Deputy City Administrator
Martin, Assistant City Administrator Hobson, Parks and Recreation Director Merkel, City
Engineer Cieslica.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Spokesman Curt Pepe, resident of 304 DePaul Court, addressed Council regarding the
proposed disc golf course in Cold Springs Park. Mr. Pepe stated both he and his wife are avid
disc golf players. He stated the park was supposed to be passive in use to preserve wildlife and
allow limited foot paths. Windsor took great pains to assure the property owners that the
property would remain passive. Mr. Pepe read passages from Windsor's commitment to
property owners regarding the projected passive use of the park. He noted concerns expressed
by Park Ridge Estate residents regarding increased traffic on the property, hard discs being
thrown at trees and shrubbery, and potentially hitting children.
Mr. Pepe stated it is a wooded park which is not suitable for disc golf. His neighbors also
expressed concerns regarding littering the park with cans, bottles and cigarette butts.
Additionally, the residents are worried about parking within their neighborhood. He suggested
it is irresponsible to consider implementing such a project without adequately addressing
parking for the park's users. He noted subdivision streets are not adequately engineered to
accommodate increased traffic due to the park's less passive use. Mr. Pepe stated the Park
Ridge Estates residents are requesting the same studies be conducted as would be done for any
other project of this nature.
Mr. Pepe further suggested Miller Riverfront Park would be a more adequate venue for
this project. He stressed this is not a NIMBY (not in my backyard) concern. He stated the Park
Ridge Estates residents are requesting the City honor the original commitment agreement from
Windsor regarding potential park use. Mr. Pepe thanked Council for allowing the residents to
be heard. He noted the land was donated 12 years ago with the understanding it would be
utilized in a passive manner and retain its wetlands integrity.
Mayor Low thanked Mr. Pepe for his articulate presentation and thanked members of
the audience for being respectful of the Council meeting and process to voice their concerns.
CONSENT AGENDA
Alderman Glab inquired if Consent Agenda Item A, Contract to purchase salt through the
State's Joint Purchasing Program, afforded the City the best price for salt purchase. City
Administrator Maxeiner noted vendors attempted to capitalize on the salt shortage last year.
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He stated the State's quality of salt typically supersedes salt which could be purchased from
other entities.
Motion by Wimmer,seconded by Santi, to accept the Consent Agenda as presented:
A. Contract purchase order for rock salt through State of Illinois Joint Purchasing Program in an amount not-to-exceed
$247,656;
B. Sale of surplus property by auction:
Contract with McHenry County Council of Governments for auction;
Ordinance authorizing sale of specific surplus property;
C. Picnic Permits;
D. City Council Minutes:
August 3,2009 regularly scheduled meeting;
E. List of As-Needed Checks;
ALBERTSONS 151.87
AMERICA'S ACTION TERRITO 300.00
ARAMARK 176.64
BANKCARD SERVICES 830.55
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD 0 116,477.51
BULL VALLEY LIQUORS OF I 1,100.00
ENCHANTED CASTLE 340.25
FOP UNITS I/II 1,710.00
FORE GOLF LLC 450.00
HOME DEPOT/GECF 514.51
IUOE, LOCAL 150 1,961.18
KISHWAUKEE YMCA 538.00
MCGUIRE AQUATICS 276.00
MERKEL, MARISA 535.39
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 42.33
NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 320.00
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 2,050.00
PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES 181.30
SHERATON CHICAGO NORTHWE 848.00
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 56.45
UNUM 1,431.27
GRAND TOTALS 130,291.25
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 13,077.80
PAGEANT FUND 735.94
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 116,477.51
TOTALS 130,291.25
F. List of Bills:
ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S 2,606.63
ACRES GROUP 11,580.00
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 210.83
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 4.00
ADAMS, JOHN 285.00
AFTERMATH INC 95.00
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO 248.34
AMELIO, ROBERT 540.50
AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCI 456.00
ARAMARK 136.97
ARVIDSON POOL & SPAS - C 25.97
AT&T 3,574.07
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC 215.50
BAXTER & WOODMAN 670.45
BENTZ, DONALD J 153.00
BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 23.00
BREMER, CURTIS H 52.00
BRIGHT INSIGHT COMPUTER 150.00
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BUENZLI INC, JAMES J 1,227.00
BURRIS EQUIPMENT COMPANY 130.47
BUSS FORD SALES 53.60
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS STOR 192.50
CDW GOVERNMENT INC 3,081.94
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL ME 107.80
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 250.59
CINTAS CORPORATION #355 1,591.08
CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL MOS 8,666.80
COMCAST CABLE 150.68
COMED 33,691.84
COMMUNICATIONS REVOLVING 115.00
CONAWAY, TINA 54.10
CONCRETE SOLUTIONS 150.00
CONKLIN, CHARLENE 560.00
CONSERV FS 622.95
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 97.01
CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 5,451.58
CUTTING EDGE COMMUNICATI 185.00
D'ANGELO NATURAL SPRING 38.75
DELISI, PHIL 250.00
DENOVO, KIRA 18.36
DISCOUNT SCHOOL SUPPLY 207.11
DIXON ENGINEERING INC 1,300.00
DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO 466.73
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH 349.35
ED'S AUTOMOTIVE/JIM'S MU 183.00
FAMILY SERVICES 5,616.00
FAST EDDIES CAR WASH 158.00
FISCHER BROS FRESH 1,876.89
FONE ZONE-MCHENRY, THE 160.98
FOWLER, JEFF R 230.00
FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 216.72
GARCIA, LLUVIA 100.00
GERBER COLLISION & GLASS 252.92
GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS 1,049.10
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFIC 375.00
GRAINGER 706.91
GROWER EQUIPMENT & SUPPL 69.90
HALOGEN SUPPLY COMPANY 1,637.04
HAPPY JACKS 113.97
HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS 2,066.55
IDENTATRONICS INC 163.20
IN TIME SOLUTIONS INC 693.00
INNOVATIVE PACKAGING INC 10,199.77
JIMANOS PIZZERIA 33.00
JOSEPHSON INSTITUTE 186.43
JUSKE, TRACY 100.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC 249.37
KIMBALL MIDWEST 215.40
KOENIG & STREY GMAC REAL 24.68
KTD INC 160.45
LAKESIDE PEST CONTROL SE 100.00
LANG PONTIAC-CADILLAC-SU 72.25
LECHNER, ANDY 188.13
LEXISNEXIS 125.00
LOCKER'S FLOWERS 52.00
LUNSMANN, JOAN 90.78
MAZZUCA, JOE 230.00
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF 6,800.00
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC 107.18
MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH S 5,474.00
MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL 7,497.00
MCHENRY COUNTY COUNCIL 0 90.00
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 1,687.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE 266.56
MCHENRY NAPA 608.76
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 414.00
MCHENRY TOWNSHIP FIRE PR 64.00
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 63.15
MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY I 586.85
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August 17,2009
MERKEL, MARISA 1,500.00
METROPOLITAN INDUSTRIES 2,338.88
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 25.15
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA 358.64
MIDWEST METER INC 1,210.96
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 142.00
MOBILE OFFICE DESIGNS IN 242.20
MOORE, KEVIN 331.50
MUNICIPAL CLERKS OF 80.00
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC 555.45
NICOLET SCENIC TOURS 3,498.00
NORTHERN KEY & LOCK INC 145.00
NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL SUP 11.96
ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC 46.20
PADDOCK, TIMOTHY 176.25
PEARCE, JAMISON 49.00
PECHOUS, ROGER 75.41
PEPSI-COLA GENL BOT 461.08
PETROLIANCE LLC 10,970.80
PETTIBONE & CO, P F 664.97
PRECISION SERVICE & PART 48.83
PRIME TACK & SEAL CO 1,035.18
RASMUSSEN REBUILDING & M 240.00
REINDERS INC 1,455.43
RELIABLE SAND & GRAVEL 3,321.80
RIVERVIEW THEATRE CO 30.00
ROBERTS, PATRICIA J 544.00
ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 81.36
ROTH, SALLY 560.00
RYBA, RON 25.11
SCHOOL SPECIALTY INC 101.08
SEC GROUP INC 117,606.81
SETON IDENTIFICATION PRO 295.78
SHAW SUBURBAN MEDIA 3,029.01
SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC 2,149.48
SHERWIN INDUSTRIES INC 2,204.00
SHUETT, DEBORA 32.09
SIMPLEX GRINNELL LP 210.00
SPRINT 118.97
SROKA INC, KURT 210.00
STANARD & ASSOCIATES INC 2,655.73
STANS OFFICE TECHNOLOGIE 179.00
STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 584.92
STATE TREASURER IDOT 6,971.79
TAPCO 495.00
TEGTMEIER, TERRY 322.00
TONYAN, LUCY 2,304.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC 740.44
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS 250.00
VALLEY VIEW ACRES 595.00
VERBICK, JIM 1,500.00
VERIZON WIRELESS 110.04
VISU-SEWER OF ILLINOIS L 4,380.00
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P 7,901.76
WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA 1,794.84
WATER SOLUTIONS UNLIMITE 4,700.00
WELCH BROS INC 210.00
GRAND TOTALS 323,269.34
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 139,659.73
PAGEANT FUND 1,700.00
ANNEXATION FUND 13,449.00
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 1,000.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 12,191.96
WATER/SEWER FUND 44,401.37
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 95,531.10
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 240.00
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 4,570.73
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 10,545.45
TOTALS 323,289.34
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August 17,2009
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR FENCE VARIANCE—MICHAEL DEAN 312 CREEKSIDE TRAIL
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated a request was submitted by Michael Dean for a
fence variance on his property located at 312 Creekside Trail. Mr. Dean would like to construct
a five-foot high picket fence in the required front yard on his property. Deputy City
Administrator Martin noted the property is pie-shaped which creates obstacles in maintaining
the required front yard setback. Staff has reviewed the application and supports the request.
Motion by Murgatroyd, seconded by Schaefer, to accept Staff's recommendation to
approve a fence variance to allow a five-foot high picket fence in the required front yard
setback as requested by Michael Dean for his property located at 312 Creekside Trail.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson,Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY USE PERMIT TO ALLOW ANTIQUE CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW
FUNDRAISER ON AUGUST 22, 2009 — PIONEER CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES 3941 DAYTON
STREET
Mayor Low stated the request for a temporary use permit to allow an Antique Car and
Motorcycle Show fundraising event as submitted by Pioneer Center for Human Services was
pulled from consideration at this evening's meeting at the applicant's request. The applicant is
rescheduling the event to a different date.
REQUEST FOR ANNUAL WINE FESTIVAL ON SEPTEMBER 12 2009 BY MCHENRY DOWNTOWN
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION:
1. USE OF VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK:
2. SPECIAL EVENT LIQUOR LICENSE:
3. WAIVER OF ALL ASSOCIATED FEES
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated the McHenry Downtown Business
Association (DBA) is requesting a special use to host their third annual wine festival on
September 12, 2009 with a proposed rain date of September 19, 2009 in Veterans Memorial
Park.The event would take place between the hours of 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. The park rental fee is
$100 which the DBA is requesting be waived. Staff has reviewed the request and supports the
special use as presented.
Alderman Glab noted he could not support waiving the fees for the event.
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August 17,2009
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Condon, to accept Staff's recommendation to approve
the request for the third annual wine festival on September 12, 2009 with a rain date of
September 19, 2009 as submitted by the McHenry Downtown Business Association as
presented:
1. Use of Veterans Memorial Park for the event;
2. Special Event Liquor License;
3. Waiver of all associated fees.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson,, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR SPECIAL USE TO ALLOW A CIRCUS ON SEPTEMBER 15 THROUGH SEPTEMBER
18, 2009 BY KELLY MILLER CIRCUS:
1. USE OF PETERSEN PARK;
2. TEMPORARY WAIVER OF MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16-25 TO PERMIT OVERNIGHT
STAYS OF CIRCUS PERSONNEL IN THE PARK FOR EVENT
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated Kelly Miller Circus has submitted a request
to host a circus at Petersen Park on September 15th through the 18th. The circus would arrive
on September 15th and set up in the hayfield parking lot for two 1 Y hour shows each evening.
The special use park rental fee is $1,000. Assistant City Administrator Hobson noted this is a
mid-week performance schedule which would not interfere with previous park rental use
agreements.
Assistant City Administrator Hobson stated a part of the request is to allow overnight
stay of circus personnel in the park which requires a temporary waiver of Municipal Code
Chapter 16, Section 16-25. The circus will leave town on September 18, 2009. Staff has
reviewed all aspects of the request and supports the special use as requested.
Alderman Peterson noted he takes exception to the special use because of the potential
abuse of the animals and stated he cannot support the event.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Wimmer, to accept Staffs recommendation to approve a
request for special use permit to allow a circus by Kelly Miller Circus as presented:
1. Use of Petersen Park on September 15"'through September 18`h for the event;
2. Temporary waiver of Municipal Code Chapter 16,Section 16-25 to permit overnight stays of circus personnel in the
park for the event.
Voting Aye: Santi,Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: Peterson.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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August 17,2009
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
There was no Statement or Report by Mayor Low,
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Chairman Alderman Murgatroyd announced a Finance and Personnel Committee
meeting has been scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. in the Aldermen's
Conference Room.
Chairman Alderman Condon announced a Community Development Committee
meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 7 p.m. in the Aldermen's
Conference Room.
STAFF REPORTS
There were no Staff Reports.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no Future Agenda Items discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi, to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:59 p.m.
Mayor City Clerk
CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson, Assistant City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Beer/Wine Permit Requests and Special Use Permit Requests
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the attached Beer/Wine Permits and Special Use Permit
requests.
Background. The attached list of permit applications have been received in our office with all
fees and documentation properly submitted.
TConaway/pic perm CA for.doc
FOR COUNCIL MEETING OF August 31, 2009:
Beer/Wine Permit Requests
These are beer and wine permit requests associated with picnic permits.
Date of
Picnic Applicant Address
09/13/09 Delia Ortega Bday 721 N Mill St.,Apt 2c
09/20/09 McH Police Dept/Off Sexton 333 S Green.St
Special Use Application Requests
There are special use application requests associated with picnic permits.
Date of
Picnic Applicant Address Special Use
09/13/09 Delia Ortega Bday 721 N Mill St., Apt 2c moonwalk
09/20/09 McH Police Dept/Off Sexton 333 S Green St tables, grill, xtra picnic tables
Wonaway\pic perm list.doc
MiMENRY PA1M FACILITIES SPECIAL USE AND/OR BEER/WINE APPLICATION
Contact Person:_ (ri Date of Picnic: q"13 7961
Company or Organization:
Address: 9 ��S ��_`�j �' _City/State/Zip: �(`� \(, Gc
Home Phone: _ yz� ��315 JoS
Work Phone:
. . ❑ Knox Park Aetersen Park00 �6 ❑ Veteran's Memorial Park
Area: Shelter A ❑ Shelter B ❑ Shelter C ❑ Other:
Arrival Time: "t Departure Timer Total Number Attending:
Falsifying attendance numbers will result in loss of deposit
Groups of 500 or more must obtain additional: ❑ dumpsters 0 portable toilets
Brief description of program(i:e. co picnic, car show,craft show,wedding, etc.):
List all activities that will be held:
Items brought into park site: ❑ tent 0 tables 0 chairs ❑ benches ❑ carnival rides
❑ music 0 animals ❑ model planes other_n'It� ❑ other
Water, electricity and restrooms are available at all sites. Please explain any additional utilities needed:
Will beer/wine be present: Kyes ❑ No IF YOU CHECKED YES,PLEASE ANSWER BELOW QUESTIONS
"Indicate the number of beer/wine permits issued to the undersigned this calendar year l]. Indicate the
number of beer/wine permits denied A. Indicate amount of beer/wine to be brought into the City Park under this
permit on such date(number of wine bottles,beer cases,beer kegs, etc.) ��
Y
I agree that all the beer/wine containers will be removed by applicant or placed in proper containers on site on the
permit date and that no underage or intoxicated person will be allowed to consume any of the beer/wine brought into the
City of McHenry park under this permit. I agree that none of the beer/wine allowed in the City of McHenry park pursuant
to this application will be sold,it being understood that the sale of beer/wine under this permit issued pursuant to this
application is expressly prohibited. I have read and will comply with the City of McHenry Park Permit rules.
I have read and understand the rules and regulations that have been set forth by the City of McHenry regarding the
special use and/or beer/wine application(s) and will assume responsibility for any loss, damage or liability arising from
the use of the park property. I also understand that not complying with the Park Permit rules will result in loss of deposit.
Signature J J J CS{JcI :G17A
Date: ,`� — QG\
Health permits are required by law for concessions and catering. Make arrangements to obtain permits
NOTE: Approval will be based on the items listed above. Any other requests are subject to further approval.
Restrictions:
****** *******FOR OFFICE USE
Reservation Fee: $ Date Paid: Initials:
Deposit Fee: $ Payment: ❑ Cash❑ Check❑ Charge
Total Fee: $ Submitted to City Council: Am g7
Confirmation Sent: Initials: City Council Approval:
Forms\picnic fonns\special use and beer and or wine application
McHENRY PARK FACILITIES SPECIAL USE AND/OR BEER/WINE APPLICATION
Contact Person:
Date of Picnic:G� l-Di
Company or Organization: i�7L
Address: j/► j 77,r- City/State/Zip:_�n /
Home Phone: -
Work Phone:��'�
Park: Pf(nox Park ❑ Petersen Park ❑ Veteran's Memorial Park
Area: ❑ Shelter A ❑ Shelter B ❑ Shelter C ❑ Other:
Arrival Timer Departure Time:j;2.02V Total Number Attending:_ /�
Falsifying attendance numbers will result in loss of deposit
Groups of 500 or more must obtain additional: ❑ dumpsters ❑ portable toilets
Brief description of program(i:e. co picnic,car show,craft show,wedding, etc.):
List all activities that will be held:���
Items brought into park site: ❑ tent etables ❑ chairs ❑ benches ❑ carnival rides
❑ music 0 animals ❑ model planes' Bother_ � ❑ other
Water, electricity and restrooms are available at all sites. Please explain any additional utilities needed:
Will beer/wine be present: Z Yes ❑ No IF YOU CHECKED YES,PLEASE ANSWER BELOW QUESTIONS
"Indicate the number of beer/wine permits issued to the undersigned this calendar year. Indicate the
number of beer/wine permits denied Q. Indicate amount of beer/wine to be brought into the City Park under this
permit on such date(number of wine bottles,beer cases,beer kegs, etc.)
I agree that all the beer/wine containers will be removed by applicant or placed in proper containers on site on the
permit date and that no underage or intoxicated person will be allowed to consume any of the beer/wine brought into the
City of McHenry park under this permit. I agree that none of the beer/wine allowed in the Cityf McHenry o my park pursuarr
to this application will be sold,it being understood that the sale of beer/wine under thispermit issued pursuant to this
application is expressly prohibited. I have read and will comply with the City of McHenry Park Permit rules.
I have read and understand the rules and regulations that have been set forth by the City of McHenry regarding th
special use and/or beer/wine application(s)and will assume responsibility for any loss, damage or liability arising from
the use of the park prope d that not complying with the Park Permit rules will result in loss of deposit
Signature: Date: ,��/ �
Health permits are required by law for concessions and catering. Make arrangements to obtain permits
NOTE: Approval will be based on the items listed above. Any other requests are subj ect to further approval.
Restrictions:
**************************************FOR OFFICE USE ONLY,******** *** **,t*x*,t*r�********,t****,�*,�******,t***x*r**�r**•
Reservation Fee: $ Date Paid:
Initials:
Deposit Fee: $ Payment: ❑ Cash❑ Check❑ Charge
Total Fee: $ Submitted to City Council: Q
3/
Confirmation Sent Initials: City Council Approval:.
Forms\picnic fonmAspecial use and beer and or wine application
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LIST OF BILLS COUNCIL MEETING 8/31/09
CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
-`----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
9080567 100 33 1807 A W TOOL SALES INC 166918EMPLOYEE TOOL ALLOWANCE 08/31/09 0 081909 42.18
ROGERS
100.33.4510 0908 081909 GLJ8984 42.18 081909
9080556 100 33 1106 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 4564 YEARLY BOTTLE RENTAL 08/31/09 0 081909 40.00
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 40.00 081909
9080557 100 33 1106 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 284726MATERTATQ FOR BLACK TOP SHOOT 08/31/09 0 081909 150.85
100.33.5370 0908 081909 GLJ8984 150.85 081909
9080558 100 01 1106 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 284502STEEL FOR PLANTER BRACKET 08/31/09 0 081909 9.00
100.01.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 9.00 081909
9080560 100 22 1420 AMCORE BANK NA 20908 SUBPOENA COMPLIANCE 08/31/09 0 081909 30.50
100.22.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 30.50 081909
9080545 100 47 1421 AMELIO, ROBERT 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 O 081909 329.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 329.00 081909
9080561 100 33 1447 AMERICAST CONCRETE PRODU 7566 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 O 081909 305.00
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 305.00 081909
90808`73 210 00 1498 ANDERSON, BRIAN SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 660.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 660.00 082109
9090562 100 47 1497 ANDERSON, LORI 3/22-8/13 PARKS PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR 08/31/09 0 081909 290.63
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 290.63 081909
9080898 100 XXXXX' 1450 AT&T AUG/SEPT09ALARM CIRCUITS 08/31/09 0 082409 126.39
100.43.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 26.62 082409
100.45.5320 0908 082409 GL79015 99.77 082409
9080961 100 XXXXX 1450 AT&T AUG/SEPT ALARM CIRCUITS 08/31/09 O 082509 1,435.16
100.22.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 999.55 082509
100.43.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 . 109.15 082509
100.45.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 326.46 082509
9080962 510 XXXXX 1450 AT&T AUG/SEPT ALARM CIRCUITS 08/31/09 0 082509 633.06
510.31.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 109.15 082509
510.32.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 523.91 082509
9080963 XXXXX XXXXX 1450 AT&T AUG/SEPT PRI PHONE LINES 08/31/09 0 082509 1,426.56
100.01.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 223.52 082509
100.02.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 95.30 082509
100.04.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 105.65 082509
100.22.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 501.82 082509
100.30.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 79.23 082509
100.33.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 26.41 082509
100.03.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 184.88 082509
100.41.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 79.23 082509
100.44.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 13.21 082509
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
------------------------- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
100.46.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 48.40 082509
100.47.5320 0908 082509 GLJ9027 13.22 082509
620.00.5110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 55.69 082509
9080563 100 XXD= 1452 AT&T LONG DISTANCE 813828058 TANG DISTANCE PHONE SERVICE 08/31/09 0 081909 53.94
100.01.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 51.01 081909
100.22.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 .12 081909
100.30.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 .08 081909
100.33.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 2.45 081909
100.41.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 .19 081909
100.42.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 .09 081909
9080565 510 XXXXX 1452 AT&T LONG DISTANCE 813828058 LONG DISTANCE PHONE SERVICE 08/31/09 0 081909 3.09
510.31.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 1.63 081909
510.32.5320 0908 081909 GLJ8984 1.46 081909
9080566 100 33 1739 AUTO TRUCK GROUP 403151VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 081909 277.58
100.33.5370 0908 081909 GIJ8984 277.58 081909
9080824 100 33 2039 B&W CONTROL SYSTEMS INTE 144889PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE LUST O8/31/09 0 081909 823.00
100.33.8900 20392 0908 081909 GLJ8986 PROJ# 100-PWLUST 823.00 081909 823.00
100-PWLUST
9080825 510 31 2039 B&W CONTROL SYSTEMS INTE 144890SCADA IMPROVEMENTS O8/31/09 0 081909 1,558.70
510.31.8300 0908 081909 GLJ8986 1558.70 081909
510-EQUIPWA
9080820 100 33 2006 BAKER & SON CO, PETER 18941MB MATERIALS 08/31/09 0 081909 1,318.36
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8986 1318.36 081909
9080990 100 45 2007 BARBATO, EMIL 224289SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082609 62.50
100.45.6110 0908 082609 GLJ9038 62.50 082609
9080874 210 00 2009 BARCLAY, TIM SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 70.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 70.00 082109
9080877 210 00 3267 BAZAN, MAUREEN SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080876 210 00 2038 BAZAN, MICHAEL SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 1,240.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 1240.00 082109
9080878 210 00 2142 BELL, ADAM C SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080546 100 47 2148 BENTZ, DONALD J 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 76.50
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 76.50 081909
9080821 510 31 2149 BERKHEIMER CO INC, G W C35635SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 4.86
510.31.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8986 4.86 081909
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080879 210 00 2158 BERNHARD, DAVID A SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 530.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 530.00 082109
9080547 100 47 2637 BREMER, CURTIS H 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 260.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GL78984 260.00 081909
9080822 100 03 2636 BRENNAN, DAN 8/6/09MOWING SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 525.00
100.03.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8986 525.00 081909
9080823 100 03 2636 BRENNAN, DAN 7/28/09 MOWING SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 630.00
100.03.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8986 630.00 081909
9080986 280 41 2999 CARMICHAEL CONSTRUCTION 3527 PETERSEN HOMESTEAD REPAIRS 08/31/09 0 082609 6,127.00
280.41.8800 0908 082609 GIJ9036 6127.00 082609
280-PETHISTIM
9080880 210 00 3031 CAUTHORN, KYLE SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 210.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 210.00 082109
9080826 620 00 3135 CDW GOVERNMENT INC PVZ2305 COMPUTER PRINTER & SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 279.55
620.00.6270 0908 081909 GLJ8986 279.55 081909
9080846 910 00 3269 CHICAGO COMMUNICATIONS L 192278MCCULLOM LAKE ANTENNA REPAIRS 08/31/09 O 081909 4,226.91
610.00.5980 0908 081909 GL78990 4226.91 081909
9080964 100 33 6635 CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR 112033100 VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082509 107.32
100.33.5370 0908 082509 GLJ9027 107.32 082509
9080866 100 46 3265 CHRISTIE, BRITTANY 6/17-8/7 PARKS PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR 08/31/09 0 082109 2,495.00
100.46.5110 0908 082109 GL79008 2495.00 082109
9080940 100 41 3546 CONAWAY, TINA CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMB 08/31/09 0 082409 178.05
100.41.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9017 178.05 082409
9080965 100 33 3537 CONCRETE SOLUTIONS 13278 MATERIALS 08/31/09 O 082509 204.90
100.33.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 204.90 082509
9080867 100 47 3535 CONNELL, TAINA 4/2-5/28 PARKS PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR 08/31/09 0 082109 101.57
100.47.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9008 101.57 082109
9080899 510 XXXKK 3565 CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY 1344308 WATER/SEWER PUMPING CHARGES 08/31/09 0 082409 39,023.82
510.31.5510 0908 082409 GIJ9015 9246.91 082409
510.32.5510 0908 082409 GL79015 29776.91 082409
9080827 440 00 3634 CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 112-140082ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 462.15
440.00.8200 0908 081909 GLJ8986 462.15 081909
100-1415IND
9080881 210 00 3734 CUMMINGS, JOHN G SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080828 100 33 3742 CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPA 71310 MATERIALS 08/31/09 0 081909 2,640.86
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8986 2640.86 081909
9080868 100 47 3736 CURTIS, TINA 8/17/09 PARKS PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR O8/31/09 0 082109 400.00
100.47.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9008 400.00 082109
9080829 100 22 4031 DAWSON, CHRISTINE CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMB 08/31/09 0 081909 26.74
100.22.4510 0908 081909 GLJ8986 26.74 081909
9080548 100 47 4146 DELISI, PHIL 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 100.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 100.00 081909
9080966 510 32 4637 DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO I657028 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082509 236.40
510.32.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 236.40 082509
9080830 510 31 5050 EAST JORDAN IRON WORKS 3189134 SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 312.00
510.31.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 312.00 081909
9080832 100 33 5107 ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 1-345680 EQUIPMENT REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 081909 55.08
100.33.5370 0908 081909 GLJ8988 55.08 081909
9080831 100 01 5103 EDESIGN 99058 FALL BANNER DESIGN 08/31/09 0 081909 292.50
100.01.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 292.50 081909
9080967 510 32 5309 EJ EQUIPMENT 34261 VEHICLE SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082509 780.30
510.32.5370 0908 082509 GLJ9027 780.30 082509
9080869 100 22 6032 FBI NAA JONES 2009 MEMBERSHIP DUES O8/31/09 0 082109 85.00
100.22.5410 0908 082109 GLJ9008 85.00 082109
9080882 210 00 6152 FEO, PHILIP SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 60.00
210.00.5110 . 0908 082109 GL79013 60.00 082109
9080833 100 33 6293 FISCHER BROS FRESH 12706 MATERIALS O8/31/09 0 081909 765.63
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 765.63 081909
9080834 100 33 6293 FISCHER BROS FRESH 12688 MATERIALS O8/31/09 0 081909 698.25
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 698.25 081909
9080835 100 22 6390 FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD OLA997COPIER METER READING 08/31/09 0 081909 85.94
100.22.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 85.94 081909
9080260 100 9419 FOP UNITS I/II PD UNION DUE 08/31/09 0 080709 893.00
100.214 0908 080709 GLJ8926 893.00 080709
9080782 100 9419 FOP UNITS I/II PD UNION DUE 08/31/09 0 082109 893.00
100.214 0908 082109 GLJ8985 893.00 082109
9080549 100 47 6554 FOWLER, JEFF R 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 69.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 69.00 081909
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080836 100 33 6559 FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 35655 SOD 08/31/09 0 081909 112.00
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 112.00 081909
9080968 100 33 6559 FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 35720 GRASS SEED 08/31/09 0 082509 179.00
100.33.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 179.00 082509
9080837 510 32 6625 FRABIMOR EQUIPMENT & CON 19339 SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 970.00
510.32.6110 0908 081909 GIJ8988 970.00 081909
9080883 210 00 6643 FREUND, MICHAEL R SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 530.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 530.00 082109
9080838 100 33 7151 GENESIS TRUCK PARTS 93708 VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 081909 2.40
100.33.5370 0908 081909 GLJ8988 2.40 081909
9080839 100 22 7640 GREAT LAKES FIRE 6 SAFET 144415EMPIoOYER UNIFORM ITEMS 08/31/09 0 081909 36.70
FOLEY
100.22.4510 0908 081909 GLJ8988 36.70 081909
9080840 510 31 8009 HACH COMPANY 6363659 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 432.47
510.31.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 432.47 081909
9080841 100' 42 8012 HALOGEN SUPPLY COMPANY 372489POOL SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 166.82
100.42.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 166.82 081909
9080842 100 22 8017 HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON 8/12/09 VEHICLE REPAIRS 08/31/09 0 081909 65.00
100.22.5370 0908 081909 GLJ8988 65.00 081909
9080852 100 01 8022 HARM'S FARM 14635 HANGING BASKET 08/31/09 0 081909 29.00
100.01.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 29.00 081909
9080844 100 41 1 HECK, SHARON PARKS PROGRAM REFUND 08/31/09 0 081909 165.00
100.41.3634 0908 081909 GLJ8988 165.00 081909
9080884 210 00 8528 HOLTZ, TED SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080845 100 22 8545 HP SHOOTING CENTER INC 100743GUN CLEANING SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 11.04
100.22.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8988 11.04 081909
9080847 100 46 9561 IPRA 67128 SUPERVISOR SYMPOSIUM 08/31/09 0 081909 109.00
WITT
100.46.5430 0908 081909 GLJ8990 109.00 081909
9080848 100 47 9561 IPRA 67129 SUPERVISOR SYMPOSIUM 08/31/09 0 081909 109.00
LUNKENHEIMER
100.47.5430 0908 081909 GLJ8990 109.00 081909
9080264 100 9529 IUOE, LOCAL 150 UNION DUES 08/31/09 0 080709 242.55
100.218 0908 080709 GLJ8926 242.55 080709
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAM INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080267 100 9528 IUOE, LOCAL 150 UNION ADM DU
08/31/09 0 080709 738.04
100.218 0908 080709 GLJ8926 738.04 080709
9080785 100 9529 IUOE, LOCAL 150 UNION DUES 08/31/09 O 082109 242.55
100.218 0908 082109 GLJ8985 242.55 082109
9080789 100 9528 IUOE, LOCAL 150 UNION ADM DU 08/31/09 0 082109 738.04
100.218 0908 082109 GLJ8985 738.04 082109
9080870 510 31 10149 JENSEN SALES CO INC, LEE 113155SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082109 48.00
510.31.6110 0908 082109 GLJ9008 48.00 082109
9080849 100 46 10300 JIMANOS PIZZERIA MCHENRY 09PIZZAS FOR DAY CAMP 08/31/09 0 081909 44.00
100.46.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 44.00 081909
9080850 100 33 10735 JULIE INC 07-09-0980UNDERGROUND LOCATES 08/31/09 0 081909 116.59
100.33.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 116.59 081909
9080851 510 XXXXX 10735 JULIE INC 07-09-0980UNDERGROUND LOCATES 08/31/09 0 081909 233.16
510.31.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 116.58 081909
510.32.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 116.58 081909
9080853 100 22 11025 KALE UNIFORMS INC 368816EMPLOYEE UNIFORMS 08/31/09 0 081909 34.95
ROSKE
100.22.4510 0908 081909 GLJ8990 34.95 081909
9080854 100 22 11025 KALE UNIFORMS INC 368817EMPLOYEE UNIFORMS 08/31/09 0 081909 109.99
MORALES
100.22.4510 0908 081909 GLJ8990 109.99 081909
9080855 100 33 11286 KIWBALL MIDWEST 1165790 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 109.57
100.33.5370 0908 081909 GLJ8990 109.57 081909
9080856 100 33 11286 KIIBALL MIDWEST 1175240 SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 081909 353.15
100.33.6110 0908 081909 GLJ8990 353.15 081909
9080857 100 22 11301 KIWANIS CLUB OF MCHENRY BROGANQUARTERLY DUES PLAN A 08/31/09 0 081909 360.00
100.22.5410 0908 081909 GLJ8990 360.00 081909
9080885 210 00 11493 KUKGF, MICHAEL J SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 520.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 520.00 082109
9080969 510 32 11703 KTD INC 9067 SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082509 48.13
510.32.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 48.13 082509
9080871 100 01 12017 LANG PONTIAC-CADILLAC-SU 78072 VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082109 25.99
100.01.5370 0908 082109 GLJ9008 25.99 082109
9080872 100 01 12017 LANG PONTIAC-CADILLAC-SU 78154 VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082109 16.69
100.01.5370 0908 082109 GLJ9008 16.69 082109
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CLAIM # FOND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080886 210 00 12740 LDNDHOLM, KARL SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 450.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 450.00 082109
9080900 100 46 13006 MAD SCIENCE OF MCHENRY C 2003 PARKS PROGRAM 08/31/09 0 082409 1,750.00
100.46.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 1750.00 082409
9080970 510 31 13033 MAPLE CONSTRUCTION INC 4431 DIRECTIONAL BORE 08/31/09 0 082509 900.00
510.31.5110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 900.00 082509
9080971 510 31 13037 MARTELLE WATER TREATMENT 7770 CHEMICALS 08/31/09 0 082509 1,286.11
510,31.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 1286.11 082509
9080901 100 01 13017 MARTIN, DOUG 8/5/09TRAVEL EXPENSES 08/31/09 0 082409 13.70
CHICAGOLAND RETAIL CONNECTION
100.01.5420 0908 082409 GLJ9015 13.70 082409
9080972 100 02 13038 MARYS FLOWERS & GIFTS 2009224 MEMORIAL FLOWERS 08/31/09 0 082509 52.00
BICANIC
100.02.6940 0908 082509 GLJ9027 52.00 082509
9080550 100 47 13045 MAZZUCA, JOB 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 138.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 138.00 081909
9080906 510 31 14246 MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 903274WATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS 08/31/09 0 082409 360.00
510.31.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 360.00 082409
9080907 510 31 14246 MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 22861 WATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS 08/31/09 0 082409 60.00
510.31.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 60.00 082409
9080909 100 XXXXX 14275 MCHENRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL SUMMER 09 PARKS PROGRAM RENTAL SPACE 08/31/09 0 082409 703.50
100.46.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 422.63 082409
100.47.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 280.87 082409
9080908 620 00 14258 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 2009812-14IAREDO SERVICES 08/31/09 0 082409 250.00
620.00.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 250.00 082409
9080910 510 32 14424 MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 35278786 UTILITY SYSTEM REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082409 89.11
510.32.5380 0908 082409 GLJ9015 89.11 082409
9080887 210 00 14531 MCNEELY, TOM SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 O 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080902 100 01 13157 MENDEZ LANDSCAPING 6 BRI 722 RIVERWALK MAINTENANCE 08/31/09 0 082409 300.00
100.01.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 300.00 082409
9080903 100 01 13172 MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 228266MATERIALS 08/31/09 0 082409 69.64
100.01.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 69.64 082409
9080973 100 45 13172 MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 228606MATERIALS 08/31/09 0 082509 102.08
100.45.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 102.08 082509
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080974 100 45 13172 MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY 228706MATERIAIS 08/31/09 0 082509 103.52
100.45.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 103.52 082509
9080975 100 41 13278 MID-AMERICAN HEATING & A W27625LLPCC CLIMATE CONTROL REPAIRS 08/31/09 0 082509 389.00
100.41.5110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 389.00 082509
9080904 510 31 13288 MIDWEST METER INC 9791-IN SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 153.58
510.31.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 153.58 082409
9080905 510 32 13291 MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 71122 AFTER THE STORM FLYERS 08/31/09 0 082409 410.00
510.32.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 410.00 082409
9080976 100 41 13291 MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH 71144 PRINTING SERVICES 08/31/09 0 082509 67.87
100.41.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 67.87 082509
9080551 100 47 13534 MOORE, KEVIN 8/3-8/14 SOFTBALL UMPIRE SERVICES 08/31/09 0 081909 153.00
100.47.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 153.00 081909
9080259 100 15019 NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I UNIV. LIFE 08/31/09 0 080709 21.17
100.2191 0908 080709 GIJ8926 21.17 080709
9080781 100 15019 NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I UNIV. LIFE 08/31/09 0 082109 21.16
100.2191 0908 082109 GLJ8985 21.16 082109
9080256 100 15079 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. IMRF LIFE 08/31/09 0 080709 320.00
100.2041 0908 080709 GLJ8926 320.00 080709
9080913 XXXXX XXXXX 15169 NEXTEL 639911516 CELL PHONES 08/31/09 0 082409 1,562.27
100.01.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 129.19 082409
100.03.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 185.19 082409
100.22.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 870.34 082409
100.30.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 24.60 082409
100.33.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 123.46 082409
100.41.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 49.36 082409
100.45.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 61.73 082409
100.46.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 26.92 082409
100.47.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 37.13 082409
620.00.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 54.35 082409
9080914 510 XXXXX 15169 NEXTEL 639911516 CELL PHONES 08/31/09 0 082409 236.28
510.31.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 123.89 082409
510.32.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9015 112.39 082409
9080911 100 22 15545 NICOR GAS JULY/AUG09UTILITIES 08/31/09 0 082409 27.29
100.22.5510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 27.29 082409
9080912 510 XXXXX 15545 NICOR GAS JULY/AUG09UTILITIES' 08/31/09 0 082409 307.84
510.31.5510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 70.54 082409
510.32.5510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 237.30 082409
9080977 100 X)D= 15545 NICOR GAS JULY/AUG UTILITIES 08/31/09 0 082509 165.83
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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100.45.5510 0908 082509 GLJ9027 40.40 082509
100.46.5510 0908 082509 GLJ9027 30.13 082509
100.33.5520 0908 082509 GLJ9027 54.90 082509
100.01.5510 0908 082509 GLJ9027 40.40 082509
9080978 510 XXXXX 15545 NICOR GAS JULY/AUG UTILITIES 08/31/09 0 082509 215.44
510.31.5510 0908 082509 GLJ9027 81.25 082509
510.32.5510 0908 082509 GIJ9027 134.19 082509
9080991 100 XXXXX 15545 NICOR GAS JULY/AUG UTILITIES 08/31/09 0 082609 72.42
100.43.5510 0908 082609 GLJ9038 27.90 082609
100.45.5510 0908 082609 GLJ9038 44.52 082609
9080915 510 31 15553 NORTH SUBURBAN WATER 9/10/09 MONTHLY LUNCHEON MEETING 08/31/09 0 082409 45.00
510.31.5430 0908 082409 GLJ9015 45.00 082409
9080916 100 01 16716 OTTOSEN BRITZ KELLY COOP 38757 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 08/31/09 0 082409 647.50
100.01.5230 0908 082409 GLJ9015 647.50 082409
9080917 100 44 17156 PEPSI-COLA GENL SOT 9727322609CONCESSION SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 144.58
100.44.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 144.58 082409
9080918 100 01 17136 PERRICONE GARDEN CENTER 441 MULCH 08/31/09 0 082409 116.00
100.01.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 116.00 082409
9080919 100 03 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8703368 VEHICLE FUEL O8/31/09 0 082409 149.44
100.03.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 149.44 082409
9080920 100 03 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8709472 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082409 73.74
100.03.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 73.74 082409
9080921 100 22 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8703372 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082409 1,103.35
100.22.6250 0908 082409 G109015 1103.35 082409
9080922 100 XXXXX 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8703428 VEHICLE FUEL O8/31/09 0 082409 149.55
100.33.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 77.83 082409
100.01.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 71.72 082409
9080923 100 33 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8703371 VEHICLE FUEL O8/31/09 0 082409 448.98
100.33.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 448.98 082409
9080924 100 41 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8709473 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082409 339.32
100.41.6250 0908 082409 GIJ9015 339.32 082409
9080925 510 31 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8709366 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 O 082409 228.28
510.31.6250 0908 082409 GIJ9015 228.28 082409
9080926 510 32 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8703426 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082409 103.41
510.32.6250 0908 082409 GLJ9015 103.41 082409
9080979 100 45 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8711399 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082509 138.34
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ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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100.45.6250 0908 082509 GLJ9027 138.34 082509
9080980 100 33 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8709474 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082509 814.39
100.33.6250 0908 082509 GLJ9027 814.39 082509
9080981 100 03 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8711397 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082509 86.63
100.03.6250 0908 082509 GLJ9027 86.63 082509
9080987 100 45 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8714771 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082609 658.00
100.45.6250 0908 082609 GLJ9036 658.00 082609
9080988 100 03 2532 PETROLIANCE LLC 8714768 VEHICLE FUEL 08/31/09 0 082609 144.57
100.03.6250 0908 082609 GLJ9036 144.57 082609
9080927 100 22 17154 PETTIBONE & CO, P F 18334 EMPLOYEE UNIFORM ITEMS 08/31/09 0 082409 122.24
GANDOR
100.22.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 122.24 082409
9080928 100 41 19028 PITEL SEPTIC INC 5805 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS 08/31/09 0 082409 650.00
SIDEWALK SALES
100.41.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 650.00 082409
9080929 100 45 19028 PITEL SEPTIC INC 5912 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS 08/31/09 0 082409 975.00
100.45.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 975.00 082409
9080888 210 00 17296 PITNER, KEITH SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 650.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 650.00 082109
9080889 210 00 17529 POE, DAVE SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 600.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 600.00 082109
9080930 100 22 17542 POPP, LARRY UNIFORM CLEANING REIMB 08/31/09 0 082409 27.85
100.22.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 27.85 082409
9080890 210 00 17553 POTTS, MIKE SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 100.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 100.00 082109
9080931 100 22 17640 PRECISION SERVICE & PART 01-470485 VEHICLE REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082409 161.14
100.22.5370 0908 082409 GLJ9015 161.14 082409
9090932 100 41 18738 QUICK, KATHLEEN CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMB 08/31/09 0 082409 53.11
100.41.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 53.11 082409
9080933 100 45 19155 REINDERS INC 1263960 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 78.66
100.45.5370 0908 082409 GLJ9015 78.66 082409
9080934 100 45 19155 REINDERS INC 1263486 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 165.81
100.45.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 165.81 082409
9080935 100 46 19152 RELIABLE MAINTENANCE COR 36615 LPCC CARPET CLEANING 08/31/09 0 082409 225.00
100.46.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 225.00 082409
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CLAIM # FUND DEPT VENDOR NAME INVOICE DESCRIPTION DATE STAT ACCR DT AMOUNT CHECK
ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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9080891 210 00 19251 RHODES, DONALD E SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 660.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 660.00 082109
9080892 210 00 19290 RIGG, NATHAN SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080936 100 33 19531 ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 22227 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 176.63
100.33.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9015 176.63 082409
9080938 100 04 19765 RUSHING, RHONDA F LANG- CLOTHING ALLOWANCE RELMB 08/31/09 0 082409 115.45
100.04.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 115.45 082409
9080939 100 04 19765 RUSHING, RHONDA F LANG- CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMB 08/31/09 0 082409 180.93
100.04.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9015 180.93 082409
9080941 740 00 20430 SEC GROUP INC 357457EVERGREEN PARK 08/31/09 0 082409 260.00
740.00.5220 0908 082409 GLJ9017 260.00 082409
9080942 740 00 20430 SEC GROUP INC 357457AT&T ANTENNA 08/31/09 0 082409 32.50
740.00.5220 0908 082409 GLJ9017 32.50 082409
9080943 510 31 20156 SECTION 8 DOORS & HARDWA 9-215 DOOR CLOSER 08/31/09 0 082409 125.00
510.31.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 125.00 082409
9080944 100 01 20250 SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC S47807PLUMBING SERVICE WORK 08/31/09 0 082409 250.80
100.01.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 250.80 082409
9080945 100 33 20257 SHERWIN INDUSTRIES INC SS033903 SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 84.00
100.33.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 84.00 082409
9080893 210 00 20428 SMARZEWSKI, JOHN SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 660.00
210.00.5110 6908 082109 GLJ9013 660.00 082109
9080946 100 03 20707 STAN'S FINANCIAL SERVICE 10282 LARGE FORMAT COPIER/SCAN 08/31/09 0 082409 222.00
100.03.5110 11080352 0908 082409 GLJ9017 222.00 082409 222.00
9080947 }DX)= KKKKK 20711 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 8013191660OFFICE SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 103.66
100.00.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 419.42CR 082409
100.01.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 28.74 082409
100.02.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.92 082409
100.04.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 119.64 082409
100.30.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 133.53 082409
620.00.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 30 129.00 082409
100.41.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 61.28 082409
100.30.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 44.97 082409
9080948 510 32 20711 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 8013191660OFFICE SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 2.59
510.32.6210 0908 082409 GLJ9017 2.59 082409
9080982 100 XXXX C 20711 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTA 8013243592OFFICE SIIPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082509 204.26
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ACCOUNT P.O. PERIOD DATE JOURNAL DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ACCR DT LIQUIDATED
INVENTORY # LAC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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100.03.6210 0908 082509 GLJ9027 77.50 082509
100.04.6210 0908 082509 GLJ9027 8.58 082509
100.30.6210 0908 082509 GIJ9027 108.23 082509
100.41.6210 0908 082509 GLJ9027 9.95 082509
9080949 100 33 20730 STULL, RICH CLOTHING ALLOWANCE REIMB 08/31/09 0 082409 140.71
100.33.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9017 140.71 082409
9080983 100 XXXXX 20820 SWIFT CO INC, JOHN S 25926 PARKS & REC BROCHURE 08/31/09 0 082509 3,234.00
100.46.5330 0908 082509 GLJ9027 1617.00 082509
100.47.5330 0908 082509 GLJ9027 1617.00 082509
9080950 100 33 21254 THOMAS TRUCKING INC, KEN 965394TOP SOIL 08/31/09 0 082409 245.00
100.33.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 245.00 082409
9080952 100 01 21256 THOMPSON ELEVATOR INSPEC 09-2653 ANNUAL ELEVATOR INSPECTION 08/31/09 0 082409 75.00
100.01.5110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 75.00 082409
9080894 210 00 21292 TIPPS, GREGORY P SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 600.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 600.00 082109
9080895 210 00 21526 TOALSON, BILL SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 140.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 140.00 082109
9080984 100 00 2 TOMMY'S RED HOTS REFUND PERMIT # 09-07-094 08/31/09 0 082509 30.00
100.00.3410 0908 082509 GLJ9027 30.00 082509
9080985 100 33 21632 TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC 64302 STOP SIGNS 08/31/09 0 082509 502.32
100.33.6110 0908 082509 GLJ9027 502.32 082509
9080951 100 45 21639 TRIEBOLD IMPLEMENT INC 317724REPAIR PARTS 08/31/09 0 082409 47.21
100.45.5370 0908 082409 GLJ9017 47.21 082409
9080896 210 00 21646 TRIEFENBACH, GORDON W SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 670.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 670.00 082109
9080953 100 45 22495 UNITED LABORATORIES 23354 SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 180.47
100.45.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 . 180.47 082409
9080958 100 )D= 22521 UNUM 133279-001VOLUNTARY LIFE INSURANCE 08/31/09 0 082409 759.62
100.2241 0908 082409 GLJ9017 759.62 082409
9080959 100 X)D= 22521 UNUM 133278LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUMS 08/31/09 0 082409 665.95
100.01.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 51.30 082409
100.01.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 19.00 082409
100.02.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
100.224 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.98 082409
100.04.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 11.12 082409
100.04.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 28.50 082409
100.22.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 330.60 082409
100.22.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 17.10CR 082409
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INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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100.30.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
100.33.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 108.30 082409
100.224 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
100.03.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 31.35 082409
100.03.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
100.41.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 62.70 082409
100.224 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
100.41.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 5.70 082409
9080960 510 XXXXX 22521 UNUM 133278LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUMS 08/31/09 0 082409 116.85
510.31.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 59.85 082409
510.32.4330 0908 082409 GLJ9017 57.00 082409
9080954 510 31 22669 USA BLUEBOOK 867439SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 206.20
510.31.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 206.20 082409
9080955 510 32 22669 USA BLUEBOOK 871723EMPLOYEE SAFETY BOOTS 08/31/09 0 082409 87.84
GILPIN
510.32.4510 0908 082409 GLJ9017 87.84 082409
9080989 100 47 3661 VALLEY VIEW ACRES 5664 PARKS PROGRAM 08/31/09 0 082609 340.00
100.47.5110 0908 082609 GLJ9036 340.00 082609
9080956 510 31 23152 VERIZON WIRELESS 985743564 DATA COLLECTOR FOR GIS 08/31/09 0 082409 45.19
510.31.5320 0908 082409 GLJ9017 45.19 082409
9080957 100 X20= 24020 WALMART COMMUNITY JULY/AUG SUPPLIES 08/31/09 0 082409 135.54
100.01.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 64.50 082409
100.22.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 7.94 082409
100.42.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 11.94 082409
100.43.6920 0908 082409 GLJ9017 1.38 082409
100.44.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 25.80 082409
100.46.6110 0908 082409 GLJ9017 19.00 082409
100.47.6920 0908 082409 GLJ9017 4.98 082409
9080897 210 00 24130 WEIS, HOWARD I SUMMER 09 CITY BAND CONCERTS 08/31/09 0 082109 180.00
210.00.5110 0908 082109 GLJ9013 180.00 082109
9080552 100 46 27010 ZAHN, DAN 8/14/09 PARKS PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR 08/31/09 0 081909 252.00
100.46.5110 0908 081909 GLJ8984 252.00 081909
9080553 100 01 27765 ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 84847 LEGAL FEES - CORP 08/31/09 0 081909 3,937.50
100.01.5230 0908 081909 GLJ8984 3937.50 081909
9080554 740 00 27765 ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 84848 KIMBALL HILL INC 08/31/09 0 081909 4,712.50
740.00.5230 0908 081909 GLJ8984 4712.50 081909
9080555 740 00 27765 ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD & 84851 BUDDYZ RIVERWALK INC 08/31/09 0 081909 580.00
740.00.5230 0908 081909 GLJ8984 580.00 081909
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INVENTORY # LOC UNIT COSTS PROJECT # CODE
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EXPENDED LIQIIID ACCRUAL
GRAND TOTALS 126,553.08
RECAP TOTALS EXPENDED LIQIIID ACCRUAL
FUND TOTALS
100 GENERAL FUND 47,570.72 1,045.00
210 BAND FUND 12,550.00
280 DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 6,127.00
440 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND 462.15
510 WATER/SEWER FUND 49,262.71
610 RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 4,226.91
620 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 768.59
740 RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 5,585.00
*mot• 126,553.08 1,045.00
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin,Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009,Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Temporary Use Permit for the property located at 5603 Bull Valley Road
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve a temporary use permit, from September 1, 2009 thru
November 30, 2009, for the property located at 5603 Bull Valley Road with the conditions as listed in
this supplement.
Request
Attached to this supplement is a letter from David Kruk, owner of Haystacks Manor,requesting a
temporary use permit to use the building and equipment at 5603 Bull Valley Road for a commissary to
house food products and use the kitchen area for prep work for food The subject property is zoned E,
Estate and has a Use Variance to allow a restaurant on the site. The restaurant on the subject property has
ceased operation and Mr. Kruk would like to sell prepared food off-site in a mobile kitchen unit.
Staff Analysis
Staff does not have a problem with the temporary use permit as long as the following conditions are
followed:
1. Temporary Use Permit shall be valid from September 1, 2009 thru November 30, 2009;
2. All food prepared on-site is sold off-premise;
3. Procedures set forth by the McHenry County Health Department for potable water and grey water
are followed;
4. The mobile trailer is removed from the site after November 30'h and not stored on-site during the
winter months.
Bumbledogs
5603 Bull Valley Rd
Mchenry,Illinois 60050
Dear Doug,
Alderman Condon instructed me to write this letter to explain the temporary use I
am requesting for the property located at 5603 Bull Valley Rd. The zoning now
is E1 with a permitted use of a restaurant. I would like a temporary permit to use
the building and equipment for a commissary to house food products, and to use
the kitchen area for some food prep work. The food would then be loaded into
my mobile kitchen where it will be sold off premise. The temporary permit would
allow me to use my property as the commissary from September 1, 2009 through
November 30, 2009 . Alderman Condon said this would be on the City Council
agenda on August 31, 2009.
There was some question about fresh and grey water. I would fill the fresh
water tank via a hose connected to a potable water source in the building. The
grey water would be drained into the mop sink in the building (this is the
procedure that the health department recommends.) There will be no raw
sewage, as the trailer does not have these facilities.
Please let me know if you have any other questions, I can be reached on my cell
phone (815) 823-5603
Sincerely,
0'!j ��7 0
David A. Kruk
Owner Haystacks/Bumbledogs
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin, Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31, 2009,Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Conditional Use Permit for an Automobile Service Station and Automobile Laundry
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the attached ordinance granting a Conditional Use
Permit for an Automobile Service Station and Automobile Laundry for the property located at 5301
Bull Valley Road
Description of Request
The applicant is seeking to reopen the existing vacant automobile service station and automobile laundry
located on the property at 5301 Bull Valley Road. The property is zoned C-1, Convenience Commercial.
.Staff Analysis
Conditional Use Permit
The subject property is improved and at one time was utilized as an automobile service station and
automobile laundry, however, the automobile service station and automobile laundry on the site have
been inactive for several years. As a result,the prior Conditional Use Permit approved for the property is
no longer valid. The applicant owns and operates several gas stations within the City of McHenry and
staff has no concerns with the applicant's requests.
Recommendation
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit
to allow an automobile service station and automobile laundry on the subject property and staff concurs
with this recommendation.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR THE OPERATION OF AN AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATION AND AUTOMOBILE
LAUNDRY FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5301 BULL VALLEY ROAD,IN THE CITY
OF MCHENRY,MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed with the City by Graham Enterprises Inc. requesting a
Conditional Use Permit for an automobile service station and automobile laundry, for the property located
at 5301 Bull Valley Road and legally described on Exhibit"A"attached hereto and incorporated herein,
the"SUBJECT PROPERTY"; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on said petition was held before the Planning and Zoning
Commission on August 20, 2009, in the manner prescribed by ordinance and statute, and as a result of
said hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission did recommend to the City Council the granting of the
requested Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the evidence and recommendation from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and finds that the approval of the requested Conditional Use Permit is
consistent with the objectives of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance to protect the public health,
safety, morals and general welfare of its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE; BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MCHENRY, MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1:That the SUBJECT PROEPRTY is hereby granted a Conditional Use Permit for the
operation of an automobile service station and automobile laundry.
SECTION 2: In granting .said Conditional Use Permit, the City Council finds that the
requirements of Table 31 of the Zoning Ordinance have been met in that:
1. Any adverse impact of types or volumes of traffic flow not otherwise typical in the
zoning district has been minimized.
2. Any adverse effects of noise, glare, odor, dust, waste disposal,blockage of light or air, or
other adverse environmental effects of a type or degree not characteristic of permitted
uses in the zoning district, have been appropriately controlled;
3. The proposed use will fit harmoniously with the existing natural or man-made character
of its surroundings, and with permitted uses in the zoning district. The use will not have
undue deleterious effect on the environmental quality, property values, or neighborhood
character already existing in the area or normally associated with permitted uses in the
district.
4. The proposed use will not require existing community facilities or services to a degree
disproportionate to that normally expected of permitted uses in the district, nor generate
disproportionate demand for new services or facilities, in such a way as to place undue
burdens upon existing development in the area;
Exhibit A
Legal Description of the SUBJECT PROPERTY
FORMA File Number
PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street c McHenry,EL 60050 o Tel:(815)363-2170-Fax:(815)363-2173
1. Name of Applicant Q<A 4A-ri li "Y Lg����£, e • Tel (4/r7) 931— 6?8
Address `P.O. 4A G040. Fax 4- 837- p-7`] O
2. Name of Property Owner Tel( 7) $37"Q^18.--
(If other than App cant)
Address P-0. 6C7c H ul4 DJ L41,Y..tL Q*6 0. Fax(gf7� S 37_0'7 7'9
3. Name of Engineer Tel
(If represented) "A Address Fax
4. Name of Attorney Tel
(If represented) a
Address Fax
5. Common Address or Location of Property 5301 1 3 Y
6. Requested Action(s)(check all that apply)
Zoning Map Amendment(Rezoning) _Zoning Variance-Minor
V_Conditional Use Permit _Zoning Text Amendment
Zoning Variance _Other
Provide a brief description of the Requested Action(s). For example, the operation that requires a
Conditional Use Permit,the specific Zoning Variance needed, or the new zoning classification that is
requested:
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7. Current Use of Property
8. Current oning Classification of Property,Including Variances or Conditional Uses
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9. Current Zoning Classification and Land Use of Adjoining Properties
North: C - 0 '
South: 0- O
East:
West:
10. Required Attachments(check all items submitted)
Please refer to the Public Hearing Requirements Checklist to determine the required attachments.
/1. Application Fee(amount)$
2. Narrative Description of Request
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FORM A-Public Hearing Application
4. FORM B-Zoning Map Amendment(Rezoning)Application
-75. FORM C-Conditional Use Application
6. FORM D-Zoning Variance Application
7. FORM E-Use Variance Application
—V78. Proof of Ownership and/or Written Consent from Property Owner in the Form of an
Affidavit
V,0'9. Plat of Survey with Legal Description
10. List of Owners of all Adjoining Properties
11. Public Hearing Notice
712. Sign(Provided by the City,to be posted by thLApplicanDt) CA-
,v-"13. Site Plan
14. Landscape Plan
15. Architectural Rendering of Building Elevations
16. Performance Standards Certification
17. Traffic Analysis
18. School Impact Analysis
FORMA Page 2 of 3
11. Disclosure of Interest
The party signing the application shall be considered the Applicant. The Applicant must be the owner
or trustee of record, trust beneficiary, lessee, contract purchaser, or option holder of the subject
property or his or her agent or nominee.
Applicant is Not Owner
If the Applicant is not the owner of record of the subject property, the application shall disclose the
legal capacity of the Applicant and the full name, address, and telephone number of the owner(s). In
addition, an affidavit of the owners(s)shall be filed with the application stating that the Applicant has
the authority from the owners(s)to make the application.
Applicant or Owner is Corporation or Partnership
If the Applicant, owner, contract purchaser, option holder, or any beneficiary of a land trust is a
corporation or partnership, the application shall disclose the name and address of the corporation's
officers, directors, and registered agents, or the partnership's general partners and those shareholders
or limited partners owning in excess of five percent of the outstanding stock or interest in the
corporation or interest shared by the limited partners.
Applicant or Owner is a land Trust
If the Applicant or owner is a land trust or other trust or trustee thereof, the full name, address,
telephone number,and extent of interest of each beneficiary shall be disclosed in the application.
12. Certification
I hereby certify that I am aware of all code requirements of the City of McHenry that relate to this
property and that the proposed use or development described in this application shall comply with all
such codes.
I hereby request that a public hearing to consider this application be held before the Planning and
Zoning Commission, and thereafter that a recommendation be forwarded to the City Council for the
adoption of an ordinance(s) granting the requested action(s), including any modifications to this
application or conditions of approval recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals or City Council.
Signature of Applicant(s)
Print Name and Designation of Applicant(s)
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FORM C File Number
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street 13 McHenry,II,60050 o Tel: (815)363-2170 a Fax: (815)363-2173
Table 31 of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance provides that in recommending approval or
conditional approval of a Conditional Use Permit,the Planning and Zoning Commission shall transmit to
the City Council written findings that all of the conditions listed below apply to the requested action.
Please respond to each of these conditions as it relates to your request.
1. Traffic
Any adverse impact of types or volumes of traffic flow not otherwise typical in the zoning district has
been minimized.
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Any adverse effects of noise, glare, odor, dust, waste disposal, blockage of light or air, or other adverse
environmental effects of a type or degree not characteristic of permitted uses in the zoning district have
been appropriately controlled.
3. Neighborhood Character
The proposed use will fit harmoniously with the existing natural or man-made character of its
surroundings and with permitted uses in the zoning district. The use will not have undue deleterious
effect on the environmental quality, property values, or neighborhood character existing in the area or
normally associated with permitted uses in the district.
FORM C Page 1 of 2
4. Public Services and Facilities
The proposed use will not require existing community facilities or services to a degree disproportionate to
that normally expected of permitted uses in the district, nor generate disproportionate demand for new
services or facilities, in such a way as to place undue burdens upon existing development in the area.
5. Public Safety and Health
The proposed use will not be detrimental to the safety or health of the employees, patrons, or visitors
associated with the use nor of the general public in the vicinity.
6. Other Factors
The proposed use is in harmony with all other elements of compatibility pertinent to the Conditional Use
and its particular location.
FORM C Page 2 of 2
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City of McHenry
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
August 20, 2009
Vice Chairman Buhrman called the August 20, 2009 regularly scheduled meeting of the City of
McHenry Planning and Zoning Commission to order at 7:30 p.m. In Attendance were the
following: Buhrman, Ekstrom, Morck, Schepler, Thacker. Absent: Howell, Nadeau. Also in
attendance were: Attorney Kelly Cahill, Deputy City Administrator Martin, Deputy Clerk
Kunzer.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Schepler, seconded by Thacker, to approve minutes of the Planning and Zoning
Commission as follows as presented:
July 9, 2009 regularly scheduled meeting.
Voting Aye: Ekstrom, Morck, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: Buhrman.
Absent: Howell, Nadeau.
Motion carried 5-0.
Public Hearing: Graham Enterprises Inc
File No. Z-746
5301 Bull Valley Road
Conditional Use Permit
Vice Chairman Buhrman called the Public Hearing to order at 7:32 p.m. regarding File No. Z-
746, an application for conditional use permit to allow an automobile service station and
automobile laundry on the property located at 5301 Bull Valley Road as requested by Graham
Enterprises.
In response to Vice Chairman Buhrman's inquiry, Deputy Clerk Kunzer stated notice of the
Public Hearing was published in the Northwest Herald on July 31, 2009. Notices were mailed to
all abutting property owners of record and the property was posted in accordance with the
Zoning Ordinance. Certificate of Publication and Affidavit of posting and notification
requirements is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
In attendance representing Graham Enterprises, Inc. was applicant John Graham who was sworn
in by Attorney Cahill.
Deputy City Administrator Martin provided the Staff Report regarding this matter. He noted the
subject property is the location of the former BP Amoco Service Station at the southwest corner
of the intersection of Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road. As the station has been closed for
more than a year, the conditional use permit for the property has expired. The applicant is before
the Commission this evening seeking a conditional use permit to allow the re-opening of the
Planning and Zoning Commission
August 20,2009
Page 2
automobile service station and automobile laundry at this location. Staff has considered the
application and supports the request.
Mr. Graham stated in the long range plan money will have to be expended to upgrade and
cosmetically improve the site. He noted it is a good location for a service station. If the re-
opening is successful as anticipated, his firm will invest in the property in a more expansive way.
At this time, they are seeking to re-open the facility. If and when an expansion of the facility is
sought, they would come back to the City for prior approval.
Vice Chairman Buhrman invited questions and comments from the Commission.
Responding to an inquiry, Mr. Graham stated the station would re-open as a BP Amoco facility.
He also informed the Commission the facility contains a small mini-mart which would also be
re-opened. He noted items carried in the store would be those that would move/sell easily. Mr.
Graham also noted his company has purchased two other BP Amoco stations in town (AM/PM at
the intersection of Bull Valley Road and Charles Miller Road and the closed station at the
northeast corner of Ringwood Road and Route 120) as well as the Citgo Station east of the BP
Amoco at Ringwood Road. The purchases were made on May 1, 2009.
Responding to an inquiry regarding the status of the Ringwood Road station, Mr. Graham stated
he is not certain at this time if it will re-open or if the site would be converted to a higher and
better use. It is currently being studied by his real estate market analysts.
Commissioners noted the appearance of the BP Amoco sites at both Ringwood Road and the
subject property has greatly improved in recent months. They commended the applicant for
taking care of his property.
An inquiry was made as to the status of the fuel tanks on the subject property. Mr. Graham
responded the tanks are still in place. He noted he may have to replace the pumps, but there is
nothing wrong with the tanks on the site. Responding to a question regarding the re-opening of
the facility, Mr. Graham stated he hopes to be open by mid-October. He noted he hopes to begin
property cleanup immediately upon being granted permission to re-open the facility.
Question was raised as to McHenry County Health Department permits needed for the sale of
food and beverages. Mr. Graham stated he would comply with all permitting requirements
needed prior to occupancy being issued to re-open the facility.
Attorney Cahill noted there was no one in the audience wishing to express comments or
questions regarding this matter.
Motion by Schepler, seconded by Morck, to recommend to the McHenry City Council, that with
regard to File No. Z-746, a request from Graham Enterprises Inc. for a conditional use permit to
allow the operation of an automobile service station and automobile laundry facility on the
property located at 5301 Bull Valley Road, be granted, and that Table 31, the Approval Criteria
for Conditional Use Permits, pages 357-358 of the Zoning Ordinance, has been met.
Planning and Zoning Commission
August 20,2009
Page 3
Voting Aye: Buhrman, Ekstrom, Morck, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: Howell, Nadeau.
Comments from Commission:
Commissioner Ekstrom stated the service station at this location is a great asset to the
community, and expressed pleasure that it would no longer be closed.
Commissioner Thacker expressed his gratitude to the applicant for purchasing and opening the
service station.
Motion carried 5-0. Vice Chairman Howell closed the public hearing at 7:46 p.m
Other Business
Brief discussion occurred regarding the following:
• Status of the drive-up coffee facility at the former Napoli Pizza location. Deputy City
Administrator Martin will inquire as to the status of the project and inform the
Commission at their next meeting;
• Code compliance in McHenry and how it compares to the more strictly enforced
ordinances (in Commissioner Thacker's opinion) in Woodstock; Deputy City
Administrator Martin noted the City operates on a complaint basis and violators are taken
through the adjudication process if they do not comply with the code;
• State of the parking lot and drives within the Meier Home Depot Subdivision; the
existence of numerous potholes and the fact that the property owners do not maintain
these areas;
• Lillian Street resurfacing project; the extent of the project is between Route 31 and
Crystal Lake Road; the project commences Monday, August 24, 2009;
• Large potholes on Brittany Drive.
Adjournment
Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Ekstrom, to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m.
Voting Aye: Buhrman, Ekstrom, Morck, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: Howell,Nadeau.
Motion carried 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen M. Kunzer, Deputy Clerk
City of McHenry
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin,Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31,2009,Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Historic District Public Hearing
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: To direct staff to schedule a public hearing for the creation
of an historic district
At the June 2°d Community Development Committee meeting the Committee directed staff to present the
historic district to the City Council and schedule a public hearing date for the creation of the district. The
Committee has been working jointly with the Landmark Commission in creating the district. Attached to
this supplement is a booklet which contains background information,common questions about historic
districts,and each home included in the district, design guidelines as well as the necessary paperwork,
i.e., certificate of appropriateness and certificate of economic hardship forms.
At this point a public hearing date must be set. The public hearing notices will be sent to all property
owners within the proposed district. Notice is required between 15 and 30 days prior to the hearing date.
Staff is proposing a hearing date of September 28 h.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Aldermen's Conference Room, 7:00 p.m.
In Attendance: Committee Members: Chairman Alderman Condon, Alderman Glab and
Alderman Santi. Absent: None. Also in Attendance: Deputy City Administrator Martin,
Alderman Schaefer and City Clerk Jones.
Also in Attendance: Carol Cooney
Helen Glab
Chairman Alderman Condon called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Chairman Alderman Condon announced she would like to take an opportunity to discuss meeting
procedures. She briefly outlined the procedures she expects to be followed during Committee
meetings, indicating that while she intends to follow Roberts Rules of Order, she would prefer to
keep the Committee meetings casual while not losing sight of order and reasonable courtesies.
Alderman Glab opined that Aldermen should speak first. Alderman Santi indicated he would
like to see the Committee meetings remain casual. He concurred with Alderman Glab regarding
the Aldermen speaking first; however, he noted that whoever speaks should first be recognized
by the Chairperson and it is up to the Chairperson to determine what is reasonable to discuss
during the meeting.
Chairman Alderman Condon thanked the Aldermen for their input. She noted that a vast amount
of work is conducted at the Committee level, opining that it is important that all parties present
should be heard from.
It was the consensus that the Committee meetings should:
• Remain casual while following Roberts Rules of Order;
• Any Aldermen in attendance should have an opportunity to discuss matters first; and
• Whoever speaks should first be recognized by the Chairperson.
Public Input Session
No one spoke during the public input session.
Discussion Regarding Proposed Historic District
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed the Committee that since the last meeting Staff has
revised the Historic District Guidelines, as well as the Certificate of Appropriateness, to include
the appeal procedure. Additionally, the Frequently Asked Questions ("FAQ") sheet has been
revised to incorporate the Committee's comments.
Staff has researched how other communities ensure homeowners are aware that they are in or
about to purchase a home in a Historic District. Deputy City Administrator Martin informed the
Committee that the most commonly used method is to record the historic district designation
ordinance against all the affected properties. This method has been verified with staff at the
McHenry County Recorder's Office.
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed the Committee that some of the other methods used
in advertising a local historic district include:
• Educating realtors;
• Posting the District on the Internet;
• Handouts;
• Entry signs; and
• Banners mounted on light poles.
Deputy City Administrator Martin announced that the next step in the process is to present the
material to full Council and secure a recommendation to prepare for a Public Hearing to initiate
the designation process.
Following Alderman Glab's suggestion that the City Attorney be contacted regarding the legality
of recording a document against other person's property, Deputy City Administrator Martin
assured the Committee that he would discuss the matter with the City Attorney.
Alderman Glab made the following suggestions:
• A potential purchaser of property in the historic district should be provided with
documentation regarding their specific responsibilities as an owner of historic property;
and
• There should be an Ordinance that if property is sold in the Historic District the City must
be notified of the sale and given an opportunity to do a walk around the property and
inspect it prior to closing.
Chairman Alderman Condon, acknowledging Alderman Glab's thoroughness, expressed
concerns regarding any additional expense that would be incurred by the City. Chairman
Alderman Condon requested that Deputy City Administrator Martin outline the next steps in the
process.
Deputy City Administrator Martin outlined the remaining steps necessary to establish the
Historic District:
• Present to Council for permission for a Public Hearing;
• Set a date for a Public Hearing
• Legal notification to property owners and publication;
• Hold the Public Hearing;
• Return to Council for an Ordinance establishing the Historic District.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Glab to direct Staff to present the proposal for a Historic
District to full Council for scheduling of a Public Hearing
Aye: Condon, Glab, Santi.
Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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The proposed Waukegan-Main Historic District includes
residential properties along Main and Waukegan Streets, from Inside this Brochure......
just west of Front Street(Route 31)to Green Street. The district
is being proposed in order to preserve and protect the existing Frequently Asked Questions 3
historic homes in the area. The area in question is associated Properties in the District 7
with historical persons such as: Daniel Owen and General Design Guidelines 15
George Gage and includes many different architectural home Process 21
styles, from Four Square to Italianate. Appeal Procedure 22
Definitions 22
In addition,the District contains many homes with unique and Resources 23
ornate craftsmanship. The area proposed dates back to the Tips to Help You 24
original established town of McHenry in 1837. It is suitable for Certificate Appropriateness 25
preservation because of its original ties to West McHenry and Certificate Economic Hrdship 27
the businesses that developed west of Front Street after the IJ
railroad arrived in town.
The District also provides a link from West McHenry to Centerville,which was once separated by a 60-
acre Mill Pond used in a grist mill operation by Daniel Owen. The area encompassed by Main Street and
Waukegan Road establishes a sense of place and time unique to the original village of McHenry and we
believe that the proposed historic district will leave a lasting preservation legacy to an area established
many years ago.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsRegarding Local Historic Districts
1. What is a Certificate of Appropriateness?
A certificate of appropriateness is an approval of plans for any alteration,construction,removal,or
demolition of an historic structure or site within an historic district.
2. If someone is unhappy with a decision made by the Review Committee concerning a Certificate
of Appropriateness Application, is there an appeal process?
Yes.Appeals may be made to the elected officials(City Council)who will either affirm the Review
Committee's recommendation or approve the Certificate ofAppropriateness within sixty(60)days
from receipt of the appeal.
3. What is a Certificate of Economic Hardship?
A Certificate of Economic Hardship is a permit issued by the Review Committee when the denial of
a Certificate ofAppropriateness has deprived,or will deprive,the owner of a property of all reasonable
use of,or economic return on,the property.The Certificate of Economic Hardship is used to insure
that the preservation of an historic resource is economically feasible.The Review Committee reviews
applications to determine whether or not the proposed changes to an historical resource will cause
an economic hardship.
4. What is a local historic district?
A local historic district is an area in which the majority of residents have decided they want to keep
the look and feel of the place they call"home"by adopting a local preservation ordinance, and then
creating a local preservation commission to administer it. This local legislation is one of the best
ways to protect the historic character ofbuildings,streetscapes,and neighborhoods from inappropriate
alterations and incompatible new construction,as well as outright demolition.A local historic district
does not freeze an area in time. Local historic districts are about guiding change and preserving
community character as an area grows and evolves over time.
5. What are the advantages to owning property in a local historic district?
Historic districts encourage reinvestment. When a property is a part of an historic district, there is
some certainty that any new construction or renovation activity will be respectful of the existing
character of the community and its architecture. Historic district regulations are quality assurance
standards, so that if an owner invests in a building, the owner is assured that the investment made
will not be negated by thoughtless renovation next door.Real estate agents in many communities use
historic district status as a marketing tool to sell properties because buyers are assured that the
aspects that make a particular area attractive will be protected over a period of time.
Local historic districts encourage better design.There is generally a greater sense of cohesion,more
innovative use of materials, and greater public appeal within historic districts than in areas without
historic designation.
Studies show that districts are a useful tool in stabilizing, even increasing property values, and
stimulating new investment.A community that values its history and architecture is generally one
that is attractive to live and work in.
Finally, and less quantifiably, older buildings provide tangible links to the past.They tell stories of
earlier times and become part of the lives of the community.They are an actual record of the residents
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and the community.They provide a richness and depth to everyday life that cannot be replicated by
new construction and is lost when renovated beyond recognition.
6. What are key items to remember if an historic district is going to be successful?
For any district to be effective,it needs to be properly administered. Problems can arise if property
owners are not made aware of which activities are subject to the Review Committee's regulations,
and the Commission must make a good and consistent effort at educating the residents within the
district. Review Committee members should also receive regular training and guidelines should be
developed,so that decisions can be made objectively and based upon good background information.
7. The city looks just fine the way it is—what is the value in having an historic district?
Historic districts have been used successfully throughout the country as a means to protect community
character. Most vibrant towns have some form of historic design review in place.
Developers known for quality work frequently seek out properties in historic districts. They know
up front what the ground rules are; their investment is protected. There is an open public process
already in place for reviewing site and building plans. Developers also recognize that history is an
effective marketing tool.Creating an historic district is a way of singling out the special places within
a town or city. It ensures that those unique attributes will remain for future generations. It prevents
the gradual erosion of those places that help define those special places.
Any community that has an historic district and survey in process can apply for "Certified Local
Government" status. CLGs become part of a state network for sharing information and are able to
apply for federal matching grants available only to CLGs.There are also tax advantages to rehabilitating
buildings in historic districts for commercial purposes.
8. Who will be making decisions once the district is in place?
Historic districts are administered by a commission and members are appointed in the same manner
as other commissions. Ideally, a commission overseeing a district includes people with design
experience,such as an architect,planner,landscape architect,and/or builder,as well as those with a
demonstrated interest in local history.
The commission will use the historical surveys of the properties within the district to guide its
decisions.These surveys will also provide useful information to property owners on the history and
architectural character of their buildings. They will also assist in developing design guidelines to
assist both applicants and the commission in making decisions.
9. What is the difference between a National Register District and a Local Historic District?
The National Register of Historic Places is the nation's official list ofbuildings,sites or areas worthy
of preservation. Listing does not restrict what the property owner may do with the property unless
the owner is using federal assistance,like federal rehabilitation tax credits.
A local historic district is a district designated by a local ordinance,which falls under the jurisdiction
of an appointed citizen-board called an historic preservation commission(i.e.,the Review Committee).
It provides communities with the means to make sure that growth, development, and change take
place in ways that respect the important architectural,historical, and environmental characteristics
within a district.
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10. Are all buildings in Local Historic Districts necessarily historic?
No.A major goal of local historic districts is maintaining the overall character of the area.When the
boundaries are drawn for a local historic district, it will often include non-historic properties and
vacant lots. Reviewing proposed changes to non-historic properties as well as historic properties
insures that more recent construction will not become more intrusive and, hopefully, will become
less so.
If these properties are not included in the district, there is a greater chance that changes to these
properties could have a negative impact on the area or on adjoining buildings. For instance, if a
multi-story building with a parking lot in front were to be constructed on a vacant lot between two
smaller historic homes,it would detract from the neighborhood and lower the value of those homes.
The design review process ensures that a new building is compatible with its historic neighbors.
11. What might happen to local property values if they are not included in a Local Historic District?
Designation of an area as an historic district will not directly affect property values.Because Local
Historic District properties are protected from insensitive development,owners may be more inclined
to make improvements to their property. This may increase the value of all property in the district.
National and statewide economic studies show that historic district designation first stabilizes property
values, and then slowly values begin to rise. In most cases, properties in local historic districts
appreciate at rates greater than:
a) the local market as a whole; and
b) similar neighborhoods that are not designated.
This is akin to the principal behind subdivision covenants,which are put in place by a homeowner's
association to ensure quality improvements and to enhance property owners' investments. It should
be noted private subdivision covenants are often more restrictive than public ordinances. Remember
if property taxes go up, it means the value of the property investments is going up as well.
12. Does the property owner have any say as to whether their property is included in the Local
Historic District?
Before a Local Historic District is designated, all residents and owners of property in the proposed
local district have an opportunity to express their views at a public hearing with the Review Committee
and the elected officials(City Council).The Review Committee and City Council evaluate a property's
designation based on objective criteria in the ordinance,not on personal preference.The City Council
is legally obligated to pass laws/ordinances that treat similarly situated persons alike,and therefore
treat similar historic properties uniformly.
13. Are there other benefits to creating Local Historic Districts?
Yes.An historic district that is aesthetically cohesive and well-promoted can be a community's most
important attraction. The retention of historic areas as a way to attract tourist dollars makes good
economic sense. The protection of local historic districts can also enhance business recruitment
potential. Companies continually re-locate to communities that offer their workers a higher quality
of life,which is greatly enhanced by successful local preservation programs and stable historic districts.
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14.If a neighborhood or building is landmark designated,will the property owner(s)be required
to restore their property?
No. The designation as an historic district does not require restoration or force owners to return
buildings to their original condition.The historic district only regulates proposed work on designated
structures. It may, however, make recommendations for restorative treatment when other work is
undertaken to the property.
15. Will property owners be restricted in the kinds of changes than can be made?
Yes. Landmark designation does place additional restrictions on historic properties, which most
often involve exterior changes. Designation is designed to protect and preserve properties and
neighborhoods.This can be beneficial to a property owner by preventing inappropriate changes to
neighboring buildings that could take away from property values and the ambiance or enjoyment of
the property.
16.Does it cost more to maintain a landmarked building?
It may.Although there can be an additional expense for historically appropriate repair and maintenance
of designated buildings, property owners generally find the extra costs offset by the higher resale
revenue and property values.
17. Will living in a designated historic district raise property taxes?
No. There is no evidence that those living in an historic district pay higher property taxes than
residents outside of the district.
18.How does historic district designation affect development values within a district?
Development is permitted in historic districts. Developers are subject to the same approval process
by the Review Committee as are other property owners.Even though development may be reviewed
in terms of aesthetics,height and bulk,developers may benefit from the prestige and association that
come with designation. To encourage sensitive alterations and renovations, federal and state tax
credits are available. The real estate community markets historic properties in a way that places
emphasis and greater value on the building's and neighborhood's special character.
19.Does becoming a landmarked district speed up the process of gentrification?
No. There are no definitive studies that prove this. By preserving and protecting existing historic
structures,designation prevents rapid, out-of-scale development that often leads to displacement.
20.How does living in an historic district affect zoning?
Zoning is a separate feature of a neighborhood's character.The zoning dictates how large a building
maybe,its general shape and use.The Review Committee oversees all changes in an historic district,
but does not regulate contemporary use.
21.What types of work require a homeowner to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness?
Any exterior remodeling or fagade improvement work requires a Certificate of Appropriateness be
obtained. This includes: alterations,siding,additions,painting,reroofing, as well as windows and
doors. Interior renovations, remodeling or alterations do not require the homeowner to obtain a
Certificate ofAppropriateness.
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Properties in the Waukegan-Main
Historic District:
3603 Waukegan Road Two-storyresidential dwelling
in the Italianate style.
3607 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the Victorian style. lad
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3609 Waukegan Road 'Iwo-story residential dwelling
in the Classic Box or Four Square
style.
3613 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling ,
in the Princess Anne style.
3615 Waukegan Road One and one-half story residential
dwelling in an irregular style. It was
constructed in 1862 and originally
owned by Oliver Owens.
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3619 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the Prairie Square style. It was
built in 1902 by Fred Bolander.
3624 Waukegan Road Three-story multi-family dwellingl,E�"°�'� �� N
of brick construction.
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3701 Waukegan Road Two-story building,constructed in _
the late 1800's, was a school at one
time and is now a two-flat.
3702 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling r
in the craftsman style.
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3704 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the craftsman style.
3705 Waukegan Road Half Single-story residential dwelling
in the rectangle style with hip on
gable.
3706 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwellings " .
in the Tudor polygonal dormer style
with steep-pitched roof.
3707 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the Greek Revival style built by
Wentworth in the late 1890's. It has
McHenry artificial stone arch supports
on the porch.
3708 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the farm house cross-gable style. a
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3711 Waukegan Road Single-story residential dwelling
in the ranch style. It is now a duplex. N""M
3712 Waukegan Road Built in the 1900's,this structure
was originally a single-family home
and Hille's photo studio.Today, it is a
multi-family dwelling.
3715 Waukegan Road Two-story brick building,residential
dwelling,known as the Samantha
Button House. It was built in 1855
by George Gage in the Greek Revival
tradition. . ,
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3716 Waukegan Road Single-story residential dwelling
in the Craftsman style.
3718 Waukegan Road Two-story single family dwelling
in the Homestead style
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3719 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
constructed in the early 1900's in
the Dutch Colonial style.
3802 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
constructed prior to 1900, comprised
of a mixture of Cottage and Dutch
Bungalow styles.
3803 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling,today
known as "The Count's House." It is `
constructed in the Greek Revival style $ ;
in mid 1800's and has the distinction of
being listed on the National Register
of Historical Places in Washington, D.C.
3804 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling originally
owned by Etta-Anna Powers. The home
is constructed in Prairie Square style and t
was built in 1910 by Nick Justen.
3806 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling built by a a,
Nick Justen in 1915. The home is con-
structed in the Prairie Square style and
features an enclosed porch.
3809 Waukegan Road Single-family residential dwelling of �
brick construction.
3810 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling ''b
constructed in 1936 and remodeled
over the years.
3811 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
in the rectangular style with an
enclosed porch.
3812 Waukegan Road Single-story residential dwelling ,
in the Cottage style
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3813 Waukegan Road Two-story residential dwelling
constructed in early 1900's in
the Dutch Colonial style.
3814 Waukegan Road Upright wing multi-family
dwelling.
3816 Waukegan Road One and one-half story residential
dwelling in the Colonial style.
3817 Waukegan Road Single-story residential dwelling
with a bump-out on the front. The
home was constructed in early
1859 and has undergone many
alterations.
3820 Waukegan Road One and one-half-story residential
dwelling built in the Colonial style.
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3822 Waukegan Road Single-story residential dwelling
constructed in the Cottage style.
3604 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
which is a Montgomery Wards
House constructed between j
1900 and 1920.
3606 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
built in the Four Square style
between 1910-1930.
3607 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling constructed in the 1870's A
in the Carpenter(Gothic Victorian)
style.
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3609 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
originally owned by George Buss and
built in the Homestead Gable style.
3611 Main Street Single-story residential dwelling
in the Craftsman Bungalow style. It
is made of McHenry artificial stone
and was built in 1911.
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3612 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
constructed in the 1910-1920
era in the Classic Prairie Four Square
style. This was also a Montgomery
Wards built house.
3614 Main Street Two-story residential dwellingz
constructed in 1915 by Henry .{
Schaeffer. It is a side gable folk house
which was a builder's show house
it its day.
3615 Main Street Single-story residential dwelling
in the Craftsman Bungalow style r Y
constructed in 1911 of McHenry
artificial stone.
3616 Main Street Single-story residential dwelling
in the ranch style built in 1960.
3619 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling k
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built in 1912 in the Craftsman
Bungalow tradition. The home
was originally owned by Carl
Stenger.
3620 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling in the cape or ranch with
dormer style which was constructed
in 1957.
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3701 Main Street Built in 1903,this is a Tri-Gable or
T Princess Anne influence. It has
been remodeled. See porch addition.
3702 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
building in the Four Sqare Prairie
style in early 1900's.
3704 Main Street One and one-half story residential I d
dwelling in the Cape Cod tradition °r M
including a classical porch. It was
built in 1930.
3705 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling in the Front Gable Home-
stead style.
3706 Main Street Single-story residential dwelling
in the ranch style built in 1951.
3707 Main Street One and one-half story residential w'
dwelling constructed in 1859 for
the Bacon Family in the upright and
wing style.
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3709 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling '
originally owned by Mathew Steffes `
before Dr. Joel Wheeler bought it.
It was designed in the Homestead
or T style.
3710 Main Street Two-story twentieth century Stick {,
style house constructed by �061
Wentworth.
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3712 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
constructed in 1858 with Greek - .
Revival elements.It is known as
the Dunlap House.
3714 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
built between 1900 and 1922 in l�
the Prairie Square tradition.
3717 Main Street Single-story Methodist Church
built in the Greek Revival style
in 1859.
3718 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling k ,
built in 1858. It has a Green Revival
center with a first story brick '
addition.
3801 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling originally owned by George
Gage, the first state senator from
McHenry. It was constructed in 1858 �:
in the Greek Revival tradition. All
3803 Main Street Two-story Victorian-Queen Anne
style residential dwelling was
constructed in 1890 and was the
home of Charles Henry Granger and
is today known as the Granger House. r
3804 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
built in 1870 and originally owned by
Harrison Smith. It was constructed in
the Italianate style.
3805 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
which was the home of Flavel Granger, art
a state senator in 1896-1900. It was
originally built in Italianate style.Today
it is seen as Prairie Four Square with
Colonial Revival influence.
3806 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling w; I
built in 1857,originally owned by
Benjamin Gilbert. It was constructed
in the Victorian style.
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3807 Main Street Two-story four-flat residential
dwelling built around 1980.
3808 Main Street One and one-half story residential = "" t '
dwelling constructed in the early
1900's. It is a Craftsman house.
3809 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
with a glass-enclosed porch. It is
constructed in the upright and
wing style with Queen Anne
influence.
3810 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
built in the 1920's in the Classic
Revival style.
3811 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling in the early Greek Revival
style with many alterations.
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3812 Main Street One and one-half story residential
dwelling built in the 1890's by
Simon Stoffel in the upright and
wing style.
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3813 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling built
in the 1870's in the Italianate
influence style.
3814 Main Street Two-story residential dwelling
in the Queen Anne style.This was ^
the home of the Carey sisters built
in the 1890's. t
1101 N Green Street Two-story residential dwelling •Nw'
in the Dutch Colonial tradition.
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1105 N Third Street Two-story residential dwelling � ,R
constructed in the Dutch Colonial
tradition. �
3711 Main Street Parsonage for First United Methodist *.Y
Church.
DESIGN GUIDELINES for
Waukegan-Main Historic District
There is no time like now to rediscover our heritage right here in the City of McHenry. Even though
over 170 years have passed since the arrival of the first settlers in 1836,enough evidence remains to piece
together a bit of this city's steady growth and development.
The wandering Pottawatomie Indian tribes used the area to pursue their hunting and fishing before the
arrival of the first non-native settlers. George and John Boone were the first white men to make claims
on land near two branches of Boone Creek and the Fox River in 1836. Named after Major William
McHenry who served in the War of 1812 and the Blackhawk War,the Village of McHenry was the first
town or village laid out in the newly created McHenry County. It was the first seat of government when
Lake County was a part of McHenry County. McHenry was incorporated as a village in 1872. Fifty-one
years later, in 1923, McHenry was incorporated as a City.
In the early days,McHenry had three divisions with a strong rivalry among them. The Riverside section
was the first to be established along the Fox River. The west McHenry area was named Gagetown for
George Gage who owned the site and was influential in securing the railroad in 1854. The Green Street
area, once called Centerville,was where the Owens family first settled. McHenry flourished as a resort
area because of the Fox River, surrounding lakes and easy accessibility from Chicago. However,it was
the farmers who settled here and tilled the fertile soil that gave the village a stability which enabled it to
prosper. Factories came into being and produced dairy products, lumber, clay products, flours and
cereals,pickles and vinegar,beer and cigars.Today,McHenry is a growing,thriving community. Century-
old buildings and sites proclaim its heritage and are complemented by beautiful churches,strong educational
opportunities, recreational facilities and scores of shops and restaurants for residents as well as visitors.
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Overview of Historic District
The Waukegan-Main Historic District includes residential properties along Main and Waukegan Streets,
from just west of Front Street (Route 31) to east of Green Street (See Figure 1). The district was
established by the City in 2009 in order to preserve and protect the existing historic homes in the area.
Property owners wanting to add onto or make structural alterations to a home in the district must
receive a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Landmark Commission before a building permit can
be issued. A Certificate of Appropriateness will be issued if the Landmark Commission finds that the
proposed addition or structural alteration is consistent with the criteria of the City's Historic Preservation
Ordinance and with the Design Guidelines contained herein.
The following Design Guidelines are applicable to properties located in the Waukegan-Main Historic
District. They are intended to serve as a guide for property owners, architects, designers, developers
and contractors intending to change or renovate their existing homes. These standards will provide
criteria by which the Landmark Commissions and City Staff will evaluate development plans for
consistency with the objectives of the Historic District.
Design Guidelines
These Design Guidelines address several design elements and are broken down as follows:
General Considerations, Site Considerations, Building Scale and Massing, Entrances and
Porches, Windows, Paint and Colors, Decks, and Fencing. In addition to these guidelines,the
Secretary of the Interior's "Standards and Guidelines forArcheoloV and Historic Preservation"
and "Standards for Rehabilitation" should be consulted as they are excellent resources for
methods and materials for historic preservation and construction.
General Considerations
♦ A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires
minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building,its site and environment.
♦ The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved.The removal of historic
materials or alterations of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided.
♦ Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time,place,and use. Changes
that create a false sense of historical development,such as adding conjectural features or
architectural elements from other buildings shall not be undertaken.
♦ Most properties change over time;those changes that have acquired historical significance
in their own right shall be retained and preserved.
♦ Distinctive features,finishes,and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that
characterize a property shall be preserved.
The Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings
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General Considerations, Cont.
♦ Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. When the severity of
deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature,the new feature shall match the
old in design.
♦ Chemical or physical treatments such as sandblasting that cause damage to historic materials
shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken
using the gentlest means possible.
♦ Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and preserved.
If such resources must be disturbed,mitigation measures shall be undertaken.
♦ New additions, exterior alterations or related new construction shall not destroy historic
materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old
and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale and architectural features to protect
the historic integrity of the property and its environment.
♦ New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner
that if removed in the future,the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its
environment would be unimpaired.
Site Considerations
When considering an addition or modification to a home in a historic district,the existing characteristics of the
site and surrounding area must be considered. The addition or modification should look like it was always a part
of the original structure and its appearance should fit easily into the neighborhood.
♦ ThN Yard Setback
Where there is an established front building line along a block or street,the addition or modification should
maintain the same building line. When the front building line of adjacent structures is not the same, an
average should be used. This new setback dimension will not require a variance because it will fall under
these guidelines and existing language in the Zoning Ordinance.
♦ Side Yard Setback
Where there is a consistent side yard setback established on a block, a new home shall match the existing
setback pattern. As lot width increases,the side yard setback should increase proportionally to reduce mass
and provide more appropriate separation from adjacent buildings. For example, if the majority of existing
homes are on a 50' wide lot and a new home is proposed on a 100'wide lot,the required side yard setback
should increase by two.
♦ G L
If you are adding a new garage,consider all options and plan for driveway placement. Choose the configuration
that will preserve trees and have the least impact on the site.All garages and other accessory structures such
as sheds and storage units shall be located in the rear yard. Also read the Garages and Accessory Structures
Section of this book for more guidelines.
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• Building Layout.
A The topography of the site should be taken into account when planning the layout of an addition or
modification. Design the addition to take advantage of existing grade changes for lookout or walkout
features. The existing grade should not be significantly modified to accommodate an addition.
A Preservation of existing mature trees is strongly encouraged. Always configure your addition to preserve
trees and have the least impact on the site. Place windows to take advantage of the view provided by
mature trees and vegetation. For more information refer to the City's Municipal Code, Section 24-40
through 24-50 for the Tree Preservation Ordinance.
a Impervious surface should be kept to a minimum. Remember that the building will not be the only non-
porous surface on the lot. A driveway and pathways are required and decks/patios and built-in pools are
other items that are frequently added in the future.
Utilities and Mechanical EguipmenL
Remember to accommodate mechanical equipment or other utility hardware that may be required as a result
of the addition or building modification.
"Therefore, when we build, let us think that we build for ever.
Let it not be for present delight, nor for present use alone; let it be
such work as our descendants will thank us for, and let us think, as
we lay stone on stone, that a time is to come when those stones
will be held sacred because our hands have touched them, and that
men will say as they look upon the labor and wrought substance of
them, 'See!this our fathers did for us.'For,indeed, thegreatestglory
of a building is not in its stone, or in its gold. Its glory is in its
Age."
John Ruskin
BuBdin r Scale and Massin4
When designing an addition or building modification,the scale(height and width)and mass of existing buildings
along the street should be respected. The average height and width of nearby buildings can be used to determine
a general set of proportions for an addition. An addition need not always be the same height as its neighbors,but
should visually relate to the established roof line. Details such as sloping roofs, wider horizontal trim, and
crafted wood trim at the end of gables can bring_the scale of a new home down.
Always consider the current style of your home(Victorian,Greek Revival,Colonial,Italianate,etc.)and consult
with experts,books and reference material to ensure that your addition or modification maintains and enhances
the scale and massing of that style.
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Entrances and Porches
Entrances and porches are often the main focal point of a home providing form as well as function. They were
integral components of a historic building's design,often reflecting the architectural elements of the entire home,
but also provided a shaded area for occupants.
Existing porches should be protected and maintained. Any changes must protect the building character. Removing
or substantially altering entrances and porches so that the historic character of the home is diminished is not
allowed. Cleaning and applying a protective coating such as paint or varnish to existing materials is recommended.
Porch materials should be evaluated to determine if any elements need repair or replacement. Repairs or
replacement components should be of the same material and reinforce the historic character of the porch and
building. If the same material cannot be used,a compatible substitute material should be considered.
Removing and replacing an entire entrance or porch is suggested only when it is not feasible or practical to make
necessary repairs. The replacement porch should reflect the same visual appearance as the porch it is replacing.
Adding a new entrance or porch is recommended only when there is sufficient historic or pictorial evidence to
suggest such a renovation. A new design may be appropriate as long as it is compatible with the historic
character of the building.
Doors should be complementary to historic design of the building.Doors with panels and windows are highly
encouraged.Solid doors without panels or with only small windows are discouraged for the main entrance of the
home.
Windows
Window openings are a prominent part ofthe historic character of a building,all the more important because they
serve as both an interior and exterior feature. Preserving the functional and decorative features of windows and
doors(frames,sashes,decorated jambs,moldings,shutters,etc.)is an important step in maintaining the character
of a historic building.
The condition of existing windows should be evaluated before making any changes. Cleaning,paint removal and
a reapplication of protective coatings should be done first. Caulking and weather-stripping will provide energy
savings. If windows must be replaced,consider re-using any serviceable parts from the old window. The new
window should mimic the old window as close as possible in terms of glass to frame ratio, duplication of the
frame width,depth and existing decorative details.
If an addition is constructed,window openings should be similar in size and proportion to those on the existing
part of the building. The rhythm of structural mass to voids (doors, windows, etc.) for an addition should be
related to the rhythm established on the home.
Carafes and Accessory Structures
The design of a detached garage or accessory structure should be compatible with the historic character of the
main buildings.The roof form and exterior building materials should be the same or compatible with the main
building.Painting and colors should also match that of the main building.
All garages and accessory structures shall be located in the rear yard within the historic district. Garage doors
may be functional with today's technology but have the appearance of the historical character and design of the
district.
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Paint and Colors
Choosing the right color combination for a home can unify the elements of the fagade and relate the building to
others on the block. Step outside and look at your building as it relates to others and make sure that the colors
you choose are in character with the rest of the buildings on the block. When choosing colors,use a historical
color scheme. This scheme uses body,trim and accent colors from a particular time period. The colors should
complement the schemes on adjacent buildings. Colors may be chosen based on paint chip analysis of a
building's original color,or based on colors used on other buildings of the period. Color guides of documented
historical hues from selected paint manufacturers are an aid to historic color selection. Old photos of the house
or a similar one can establish light versus dark color placement.
The placement of colors,rather than the number of colors best accentuates the architectural details of a home.
Colors are categorized as follows:
♦ Base.
The base often matches the natural color of the building materials. Materials such as brick and stone
should not be painted.
♦ Major Trim.
Major trim is used to frame the facade,doors and windows. It is also the primary color of the cornice and
major architectural elements.
♦ MiAor Trim
If a minor trim color is used,it is often a darker shade placed on the doors and window sashes.
♦ do ent
An accent color is used in limited doses to highlight small details. Accent colors should tie architectural
elements together and this scheme should be consistent throughout the lower and upper portions of the
fagade.
Decks
Decks are open-air structures used for outdoor living space. They provide an area for entertaining,cooking and
relaxation. Decks can be appropriate on historic structures if care is taken during the preliminary design stage.
The image and size of a deck should be secondary to that of the house. Use materials and create a design for the
deck that extends the architectural style of the original building.
Fencing
Fences are typically used for one or more of the following purposes:
♦Screening. A fence can be used to block the views of undesirable uses or activities.
♦Enclosure. A fence can provide privacy by enclosing a yard or other private space.
♦S412aration. A fence can provide separation between activities.
♦Decoration. Fencing is often used in conjunction with landscaping and/or hardscape materials to provide
a decorative look to a building site.
When considering a fence for your property,first determine what purpose the fence will serve. For screening
and enclosure purposes, solid,wood fencing is preferred. For decorative purposes,wrought iron, ornamental
aluminum or plastic and wood picket fencing is appropriate. Chain link fencing is not appropriate for a home
in an historic district.
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Process
Before any exterior alteration,construction,demolition or change is allowed on property in the Waukegan-Main
Historic District,a Certificate ofAppropriateness or a Certificate of Economic Hardship must be obtained. To
obtain such a Certificate,the following procedure should be followed:
♦ Contact the City to determine if the proposed project is subject to these guidelines.
♦ Review these guidelines to determine the requirements applicable to your project.
♦ Submit an application for Certificate ofAppropriateness:
♦ A building permit application will be accepted. For projects not requiring a building permit,but for
which a Certificate ofAppropriateness is required, submit an application for a Certificate of
Appropriateness,which is available in the Community Development Department.
♦ Include all required information such as:
1) Property address,
2) Legal description,
3) Property Owner's name,
4) Architect's,designer's or contractor's name,
5) A detailed description of the proposed construction,together with any architectural drawings
or sketches to sufficiently describe the final appearance of the project.
♦ The Landmark Commission will schedule a public hearing to consider the application. A public hearing
is scheduled for the next available Landmark Commission meeting,usually within 30 days or less.
♦ At the public hearing,the Landmark Commission will review the proposed project for compliance with
theses standards and the design guidelines specified in the City's Historic Preservation Ordinance.
♦ Within 15 days after the public hearing,the Landmark Commission will provide notice to the applicant
of the approval or denial of the Certificate of Appropriateness. A building permit will not be issued for the
work unless a Certificate of Appropriateness is approved. Appeals to the decision of the Landmark
Commission are made to the City Council.
♦ A Certificate ofAppropriateness will become void if there is any change in the scope of work from the
approved application; if twelve months have elapsed after the issuance of the certificate and no building
permit has been issued;or if twenty-four months have lapsed after issuance of the building permit and the
project has not been completed.
♦ A Certificate of Economic Hardship may be issued but only after a determination that the failure to issue
a Certificate of Appropriateness has denied or will deny the owner all reasonable use of, or return on the
property.
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Appeal Procedure
Any appeal of a denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness shall be made to the City Council. The City Council,
after reviewing the recommendation and written findings of the Commission,shall affirm the recommendation
or approve the Certificate of Appropriateness within sixty(60)days from receipt of the appeal.
Definitions
Alteration
Any act of process that changes one or more of the exterior architectural features of a structure,
including but not limited to the erection,construction,reconstruction or removal of any structure.
Architectural Significance
Embodying the distinctive characteristics of a type,period,style or method of construction or use
of indigenous construction,or representing the work of an important builder,designer,architect
or craftsman who has contributed to the development of the community,county,state or country.
Distinctive Feature
A unique architectural element of a structure which represents a clear and unmistakable impression
and has architectural or historic significance.
Design Guideline
A standard of appropriate activity that will preserve the historic and architectural character of a
structure or area.
Directional Expression
The primary face of a building which typically fronts onto a public right-of-way and acts as the
main entrance.
historic Significance
Character, interest of value as part of the development, heritage or culture of the community,
county, state or country; as the location of an important local, county, state or national event; of
through identification with a person or persons who made important contributions to the
development of the community,county state or country.
Rehabilitation
The process of returning a property to a state of utility,through repair or alteration,which makes
possible an efficient contemporary use while preserving those portions and features of the property
which are significant to its historic,architectural and cultural values.
Restoration
The act or process of accurately depicting the form, features and character of a property as it
appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in
its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period. The limited and
sensitive upgrading of mechanical,electrical and plumbing systems and other code-related work
to make properties functional is appropriate within the restoration project.
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Resources
There are a multitude of resources available to assist you with the planning of
your development or redevelopment project. A few are listed below:
City of McHenry Landmark Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Commission Preservation Services
Chairman #1 Old State Capitol Plaza
333 S. Green Street Springfield IL 62701-1507
McHenry,IL 60050
(217) 785-4812
(815) 363-2170 www.st-ateJl.us/hpa
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McHenry Public Library
National Trust for Historic
Preservation
809 N. Front Street 1785 Massachusetts Ave,NW,
McHenry,IL 60050 Washington,DC 20036
(815) 385-0036 (202)588-6219
www oh nx lil�z rv.ora mmmnationaltrust,t Qrg and
McHenry County Historical Societe www mainstreet QW
6422 Main Street Advisory Council on Historic
P.O. Box 434 Preservation
Union, IL 60180 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW,Suite
(815) 923-2267 809
www.mchsonline.org Old Post Office Building
Illinois Main Street Washington,DC 20004(202) 606-8503
Office of Lt. Governor www ache gov
Thompson Center
100 W.Randolph, Suite 15-200 McHenry County Chamber of
Chicago,IL 60601 Commerce
(312) 814-5220 1257 North Green Street
�xr� r.state.il.udl_ NLQv- /mainstreet McHenry,IL 60050
Websites
(815) 385-4300
www.mchenrycharnber.com
www.oreselvationdirector .com
v_crtraw.pre s erve a rt i e x i c a.g ov
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Tips to help you to get started
After you've planned out the details of your project,you're ready to move to the next step—
completing the work. If the work is rather simple,you may choose to do it yourself. For the
more complicated tasks,it's best to hire a professional. There are many reputable contractors
who can complete the job on time and within budget; unfortunately,others out to make a fast
buck may result in poor quality,or unfinished work. The following tips will help in selecting a
reputable contractor:
♦ Get more than one estimate and get them in writing.
♦ Ask the contractor for references and addresses for similar work. Drive by those sites
and if possible,contact the property owner to discuss their experience with the contractor.
♦ Inspect the contract carefully to make sure it includes the contractor's full name,address
and phone number, a description of the work to be performed, starting and completion
dates,total costs of work to be performed,and a schedule for the down payment,subsequent
payments and final payment.
♦ Never sign a contract with blank spaces or one you do not fully understand. If you are
taking out a loan to finance the project,do not sign the contract until your lender approves
your loan.
♦ Find out if the contractor has a warranty or guarantee on his or her work.
♦ Make sure the contractor has minimum amounts of insurance for property damage,
bodily injury,and improper repair.
♦ Get lien waivers. This protects you from claims against you or your property in the
event your contractor fails to pay his or her suppliers or sub-contractors.
♦ Don't make final payment until you are satisfied and all subcontractors are paid.
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CITY OF MCHENRY
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
OFFICE USE ONLY
PIN: - - - [ ] OWNER [ ] TENANT
CERTIFICATE NO:
CA-_
NAM E:
EXPIRATION:
HOME PHONE: ( ) - WORK PHONE: ( ) - ZONING DISTRICT:
TYPE OF USE
[ ) SINGLE FAMILY [ ] MULTI-FAMILY [ ] COMMERCIAL [ ) ACCESSORY
TYPE OF WORK
[ ) ALTERATION [ ) ADDITION [ ] RE-ROOFING
[ ] SIDING [ ] PAINTING [ J WINDOWS/DOORS
IN ORDER TO PRECESS YOUR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS IN A TIMELY MANNER,SUBMIT-
TAL ATTACHMENTS ARE REQUIRED.SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR CHECKLIST.
PROVIDE BELOW A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT. ATTACH SKETCHES AND/OR ILLUSTRATIONS ON ADDITIONAL PAGES.
ANY APPEAL OF A DENIAL OF A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS SHALL BE MADE TO THE CITY COUNCIL. THE CITY COUNCIL,
AFTER REVIEWING THE RECOMMENDATION AND WRITTEN FINDINGS OF THE COMMISSION,SHALL AFFIRM THE RECOMMENDA-
TION OR APPROVE THE CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS WITHIN SIXTY DAYS FROM RECEIPT OF THE APPEAL.
I HEREBY DECLARE THAT THE INFORMATION HEREIN AND ATTACHED IS CORRECT AND 1 AGREE INCONSIDERATION OF AND UPON ISSUANCE OF A
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS,TO DOOR ALLOW TO BE DONE ONLY SUCH WORK AS HEREWITH APPLIED FOR AND THAT SUCH PREMISES AND ITS
EXISTING AND PROPOSED BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES SHALL BE USED OR ALLOWED TO BE USED FOR ONLY SUCH PURPOSES ASSET FORTH HEREIN.
SIGNED:
DATE:�_�
OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT
THIS PERMIT IS GRANTED AND ACCEPTED WITH THE EXPRESS UNDERSTANDING AND AGREEMENT THAT SAID BUILDING AND CONNECTIONS SHALL
CONFORM INALL RESPECTS WITH THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF MCHENRY AS NOW IN FORCE REGULATING THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
SIGNED: DATE:
DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION AND NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
CITY OF MCHENRY,333 S GREEN STREET,MCHENRY ILLINOIS 60050 (81S)363-2170
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PERMIT SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST:
IN ORDER TO PROCESS YOUR PERMIT IN A TIMELY MANNER,THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED.
GENERAL BUILDING PERMIT REVIEW MAY APPLY. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ANY ADDI-
TIONAL PERMIT FORMS NEEDED FOR YOUR PROJECT.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS NEED PERMITS:
ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS, NEW CONSTRUCTION, CHANGING WINDOW/DOOR PLACEMENT OR
SIZE, ROOFING, SIDING, BRICK, DECKS, FENCES, POOLS, GARAGES AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES.
ADDITIONS/SIGNIFICANT ALTERATIONS
Additions, significant alterations, front porches, any other exterior modification, and new construction.
[ ] Completed and signed permit application.
[ ] Photos of each side of the house.
[ ] Site Plan.
[ ] Elevation drawings of addition/significant alteration.
PAINTING YOUR HOUSE
Any exterior painting where any colors are changing from existing color of the house.
[ ] Completed and signed permit application.
[ ] General photos of the house.
[ ] Paint chip(s) of desired color(s).
RE-ROOFING/SIDING
Any roof,siding or brick application to the exterior of the house.
[ ] Completed and signed permit application.
[ ] Photo of existing roof/general photos of the house.
[ ] Manufacturer's brochure or catalogue photo of desired roof, include color and material.
WINDOWS/DOORS
Any replacement of existing windows or doors,or any change in placement or size of the window or door.
[ ] Completed and signed permit application.
[ ] Photo of each side of the house where the changes will be made.
[ ] Manufacturer's brochure or catalogue photo of door or window.
[ ] Elevation drawings or affected sides of the hosue showing all changes.
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CITY OF MCHENRY
CERTIFICATE OF ECONOMIC HARDSHIP
The City shall issue a Certificate of Economic Hardship only after a determination that the failure to
issue a Certificate of Appropriateness has denied,or will deny the owner of a landmark or of a property
within a preservation district all reasonable use of, or return on,the property.
The City shall require the following information,evidence,or expert testimony to make a determination
on an application for a Certificate of Economic Hardship:
1) An estimate of the cost of the proposed construction,alteration,demolition or removal,and an
estimate of any additional cost that would be incurred to comply with the recommendations of the
City for changes necessary for the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness;
2) A report from an engineer or architect licensed in the State of Illinois with experience in
rehabilitation as to the structural soundness of any structures on the property for rehabilitation;
3) The estimated market value of the property in its current condition; after completion of the
proposed construction,alteration,demolition or removal; after any changes recommended by the
City;and,in the case of a proposed demolition,after renovation of the property for continued use;
4) An estimate of any decrease in the fair market value of the property as a result of denial of the
Certificate of Appropriateness and any decrease in the pre-tax return to the owner or other investors
in the property as a result of the denial of the Certificate of Appropriateness;
5) in the case of a proposed demolition, an estimate from a licensed architect, developer, real
estate consultant,appraiser or other real estate professional experienced in rehabilitation as to the
economic feasibility of rehabilitation or reuse of the existing structure on the property;
6) The amount paid for the property,the date of purchase, and the party from whom purchased,
including a description of the relationship, if any, between the owner or applicant and the person
from whom the property was purchased,and any terms of financing between the seller and buyer,
and any consideration by the owner as to profitable adaptive uses for the property;
7) If the property is income-producing,the annual gross income from the property for the previous
two (2) years; itemized operating and maintenance expenses for the previous two (2) years; and
depreciation deduction and annual cash flow before and after debt service, if any,during the same
period;
8) Remaining balance on any mortgage or other financing secured by the property and annual
debt service, if any,for the previous two (2)years, and all appraisals obtained within the previous
two(2)years by the owner or applicant in connection with the purchase,financing or ownership of
the property;
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9) Any listing of the property for sale or rent, price asked and offers received, if any, within the
previous two (2)years;
10) The Assessed value of the property according to the two (2) most recent quadrennial
assessments;
11.) The real estate taxes paid or owed for the previous two (2)years;
12.) Form of ownership or operation of the property,whether sole proprietorship,for-profit or not-
for-profit corporation, limited partnership,joint venture or other;
13) Any other information, including the income tax bracket of the owner, applicant or principal
investors in the property considered necessary by the City to make a determination as to whether
the property does yield or may yield a reasonable return to owners.
I hereby certify that all of the information listed on this checklist
has been included with my submittal. I understand that the City will review the information submitted and
inform me within 14 days after receiving said information of any missing information. I understand that the
City may return my submittal if any item required by this checklist is not included with my submittal. I further
understand that the City is under no obligation to begin its review until all required information is submitted.
Property Owner Signature Date
Site Address
The purpose of this Block is to help the property owner and applicant collect a packet of
documents that provides all of the information required in the checklist:
1) Should be a quote from the contractor;
2) Should be written on by an engineer or architect on their letterhead with either their seal or license
number and expiration date;
3,4, &5) Could be either from a Real Estate Appraiser or Brokers Opinion of Value,written on their
letterhead.
6)The date and purchase price can be obtained from the Township Assessors Office. Any relation between
the previous property owners can be explained in a letter by the current property owner.
7) Only applies if the property is income-producing, if so tax record and a letter explaining the nature of the
business and other items required.
8 &9) Could either be written in a letter from the property owner or copies of documentation from the
mortgage company.
10, 11, 12,& 13)These items can be obtained from the Township Assessors Office.
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AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas Martin,Deputy City Administrator
FOR: August 31,2009,Regular City Council Meeting
RE: Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the attached ordinance adopting the Core Downtown
Sub-Area Plan
Background
The Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan is the product of several meetings with the Community Development
Committee along with citizen participation workshops and surveys. Attached is a copy of the plan. Plan
boundaries for the most part mirror those of the tax increment financing district with a couple of
exceptions. The Plan includes land use,streetscape and transportation planning recommendations for the
area.
Planning and Zoning Commission
At the July 9*Planning and Zoning Commission meeting the Commission considered and held a public
hearing on the Core Downtown Sub-Area.Plan(minutes attached). They unanimously recommended
approval of the-proposed plan.
Ordinance No. ORD-09-
An Ordinance Authorizing the Adoption of the
Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan
for the City of McHenry
WHEREAS, it has been determined by the Mayor and City Council of the City of McHenry to
establish a Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan in and for the City of McHenry; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission was conducted on
July 9, 2009, whereat the public was provided an opportunity to hear testimony and present questions and
comments and offer testimony regarding the proposed Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan; and
WHEREAS,the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to support the adoption of
the Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan as presented.
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MCHENRY,as follows:
SECTION 1: The Mayor and City Council of the City of McHenry concurs with the Planning
and Zoning Commission and find that the attached Exhibit"A", Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan,be and
is hereby adopted by the City of McHenry and is hereby incorporated in the Appendix of the City of
McHenry Comprehensive Plan.
SECTION 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the
corporate authorities.
PASSED and APPROVED this 31S`day of August, 2009.
Ayes:
Nays:
Abstained:
Not Voting:
Absent:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Exhibit"A"
Copy of the Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan
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Sub-Area Plan
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Table of Contents
Chapteri Introduction ..................................................................... 4
LocationMap.......................................................................................................4
Chapter2 Core-Downtown Vision..................................................... 5
ExistingLand Use Map.......................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Public Participation and the Planning Process ................ 7
SWOTanalysis ....................................................................................................8
WalkingSurvey Results......................................................................................9
Chapter4 Evolution of Downtown.................................................... 10
Chapter 5 Land Use and Development Needs .................................. 12
FutureLand Use Plan.........................................................................................15
Chapter6 Streetscape Improvements .............................................. 16
Chapter 7 Transportation Circulation and Parldng Improvements.. 18
ParkingCount Plan.............................................................................................20
Chapter8 Implementation ............................................................... 21
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Introduction
The core downtown sub-area is encom-
passed by Green Street, Illinois Route 120, _
Riverside Drive and extends north and --
south of Illinois Route 12o and east to the
Fox River. The core downtown sub-area is
defined by its proximity to the water and
capitalizing to the fullest extent on this ter-
rific natural resource. In addition, the core 1
downtown includes many opportunities for
investment and redevelopment. /
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The vision and goals derived from this plan
were formulated through a citizens' input
process and the basis of the goals are de-
rived from the values expressed by
McHenry citizenry through that process.
The specific goals of the plan are outlined in
Chapter 2, Core Downtown Vision.
It is our challenge as a community then to bring back and reconnect McHenry as one thriving
downtown. As explained in Chapter 4, The Evolution of Downtown, the vision to ultimately
realize, is one that brings downtown back to what it once was, a bustling center of activity for
the community. This would allow the downtown to endure the ups and downs in the market
place, as well the different trends that come and go, and to remain the viable self-sustaining
central core of the community.
The Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan's vision focuses on the following central concepts: sustain-
ability, walkability, connectivity, livability and establishment of a friendly place for children
and families alike. The Plan seeks to find ways of maintaining the area's quaintness and
charm,historical character and integrity and pedestrian orientation.
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The Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan is a statement of expectations and confidence. It is a real-
istic assessment of the problems that face McHenry's central community. It also identifies a
series of development opportunities which, if pursued, will transform the downtown area into
an exciting place for people to live, as well as work, shop and enjoy entertainment. Every
downtown plan has a vision and a vision statement which encompasses the primary values of
the community for its downtown.
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The following Core Downtown Sub Area goals will assist in realizing this vision and imple-
menting the major development proposals contained in this Plan:
• Create and develop downtown as a "central place" as the physical and
social heart of the community;
• Enhance retail, restaurant and entertainment facilities and build-on and
complement what already exists;
• Integrate transportation networks, including: pedestrian, bikes, traffic,
parking and transit;
• Enhance and encourage public buildings and cultural facilities in the
downtown;
• Encourage additional downtown housing and mixed-use development
opportunities;
• Improve the streetscape along Illinois Route 120 to make this stretch of
roadway more pedestrian-friendly;
• Consider traffic-calming measures on Green Street to allow people to
feel free to utilize the Riverwalk as well as existing businesses;
• Link the core downtown to the Main Street Historic District and Main
Street area of downtown;
• Identify opportunities for competitive economic investment-particularly
along the Riverwalk;
• Work with the businesses of Green Street to form a common association;
• To identify and recognize sustainable assets in the Core Downtown Sub-
Area; recognize how asset-synergy can be maximized, remove barriers
that hinder asset-synergy,and institute strategies for sustainability.
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One of the goals at the outset in creating a plan for the Core Downtown Sub-Area was to engage
the local citizenry and gain meaningful public input throughout the entire course of the plan-
ning process.
Two community design workshops were held and began with a SWOT(strengths, weaknesses,
opportunities and threats) Analysis. Those results are included within the body of this plan.
Following, the groups discussed the overall vision for the Core Downtown Sub-Area. In addi-
tion, workshop participants provided numerous recommendations for improving downtown
through a mapping exercise. Participants mapped-out and provided a visual representation on
what improvements/land uses they would like to see and where. From the workshop results,
the Committee and Staff were able to refine the comments into goals and objectives.
As part of phase II of the public participation process,in January 2009 staff conducted walking
surveys of people using the downtown area,either workers or patrons of one of the many shops
or restaurants. The surveys were intended to reflect the views of the people that actually use
the area and incorporate the findings into the plan. The purpose here was also to capture peo-
ple who didn't necessarily attend the workshop meetings and may not live in the area. Those
results are also included in the body of this plan. The last step in the public participation proc-
ess was a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission. The purpose of the pub-
lic hearing was to give the public a proposed finished product, in the form of a written and vis-
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Little Chef If Benjamin Moore Resale- Pink Door
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Shop-n-go II Bakery Green Street Cafe "
Trading Post Concerts in the Park
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Better Press coverage Better Press coverage Better Signage II
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Connect the 3 downtowns Downtown Newsletter Better mix/balance of retail
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The Core Downtown Sub-Area is undergoing a transition, what once was a bustling center of
activity has become somewhat of a ghost town. With the development and subsequent success
of the north Route 31 (Richmond Road) shopping corridor, downtown has taken a back seat.
The Richmond Road Shopping Corridor has pulled some of the life away from downtown.
Downtowns across the United States(McHenry included)have experienced or are experiencing
a transition, redevelopment, revitalization, to bring back what once was. This chapter will ex-
amine the evolution of downtown McHenry,the importance of downtown to the community as
a whole and what problems have plagued downtowns across the nation.
Downtowns are historically located along rail corridors, waterways or other means by which
goods and services are produced and transported. The Core Downtown Sub-Area grew along a
body of water called the Fox River,while another portion of McHenry's downtown grew along a
rail corridor. The first McHenry County seat was located in the Core Downtown Sub-Area on
Riverside Drive, formerly Water Street in 1837. Water Street became one segment of down-
town McHenry while Centerville, now Green Street, was the second. A 6o-acre mill pond cre-
ated by Daniel Owen, who operated a gristmill and sawmill along Boone Creek, lied between
Centerville and West McHenry,formerly Gagetown,or the third component of the City's down-
town.
With the arrival of the railroad in 1$54
Gagetown grew and expanded with busi- r
ness after business choosing to locate on
this stretch of dirt road (Picture-1). This
expansion and growth also spread to the
Centerville and Water Street areas of r
downtown, with businesses locating and
experiencing a vast amount of public €
support. Train riders came to McHenry '
to get away from the urban fast pace and
to enjoy all that this river town had to 'tf
offer.
Picture-i
The mill pond became a recreation destina-
tion of sorts, with people boating, fishing
and swimming during the summer months
(Picture-2). Landmark School, constructed
in 1894, was the central gathering place for
k, schoolchildren both primary and secondary
in McHenry until McHenry High School on
Green Street was constructed in 1924
- ,- (Pictures-3 on opposite page).
Downtown brought people together, served
as the focal point of the community's identity
Picture-2 ^ and espoused the historical and cultural val-
ues of the people during that time period.
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In the early 20t' century, Water Street now
Riverside Drive was a hub of activity with peo-
ple enjoying the Fox River or having lunch at a
local eatery (Picture-4). The Riverside Hotel,
circa 1869, featured different forms of enter-
tainment which attracted additional people to is t
this area (Picture-5) and along Green Street
people could enjoy various farming equipment
on display at the William Stoffel Implement
Company (Picture-6) (Machaj, Landen Sandra
Images of America McHenry and McCullom
Lake). Picture-3
The following are problems which have af-
flicted older downtowns across the United .
States. ,
• The first is the change in markets,
the evolution of the big box retailer _
and internet sales.
• Downtown has become congested
with traffic and parking within the
downtown does not meet the de-
Picture-4
mands of our auto-dominant soci-
ety;
4,
• Obsolescence has taken its toll on
older historic structures and the lack3
of investment in downtown build-
ings is coming full circle;
• Infrastructure has aged and the mix w
of land uses has been altered. Office
and service uses have overtaken re- ` "" *�;,,
tail as the primary users in the picture-5
downtown area;
• Aesthetic issues and the lack of a .
unified marketing effort between
businesses to promote the down-
town have resulted in a decrease in
business for downtown business
owners (Pointner, "Pete" N.J. Plan-
ning Connections Human, Natural ,
and Man Made).
People identify with a downtown and the his- Picture-6U
tory associated with it. A downtown is and al-
ways will be the heart and soul of the commu-
nity.
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Land Use Pattern Development Needs
In order to maintain,as well as increase, its viability and sustainability the Core Downtown Sub
Area Plan needs to adopt a land use pattern which consists of a diversity of land uses and key
areas for development and redevelopment. One of the primary land use goals of this plan is to
bring people back to the downtown,visiting,shopping, eating,recreating and living. Currently,
the Core Downtown sub-area contains a variety of land uses, including: retail, office, residen-
tial,restaurant and service uses(see Existing Land Use Map).
For planning purposes, the Core Downtown Sub-Area has been divided into three functional
areas:
• West of Green Street and south of Illinois Route 120;
• East of Green Street and south of Illinois Route 12o;and
• North of Illinois Route 120.
Each of these areas can be considered separately and then tied together. In addition, another
goal of the Core Downtown Sub-Area is to functionally link the core area of downtown
(including Green Street and Riverside Drive)to the Main Street area of downtown. This physi-
cal separation does present challenges in planning for a unified downtown.
The Fox River and Boone
Lagoon connect the Green
Street and Riverside Drive
areas of the Core Down-
town sub-area. In addi-
tion the pedestrian bridge ` ^
provides a physical con-
nection from the River-
walk along Green Street to
south Riverside Drive
(Picture-7). This connec-
tion point is the key physi-
cal link to these two
streets but how do Green
Street and Riverside Drive
relate and how are they
connected to the Main
Street, old West McHenry
area of downtown?
Picture-7
As depicted by the future land use map, the area west of Green Street or the "Historic" section
of the Riverwalk contains residential, civic, commercial, as well as public land uses. The key
parcels include the McHenry Savings Bank property and the Sullivan/Vazzano Property. Both
of these properties will define this area. In addition, the old Pearl Street Bridge will be placed
across Boone Lagoon in this section. This will serve as an important physical connection be-
tween the McHenry Savings Bank Property and the Sullivan/Vazzano properties.
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Landmark School is designated as a future tourism
and visitors' bureau (Picture-8). This is an important
physical historical structure in the City and will serve
as the future gateway and physical link to the City's
Historic District and West McHenry.
East of Green Street and south of Boone Lagoon is the
"Residential"portion of the Riverwalk. This is evident
in all of the proposed future residential land uses in
this corridor. In the future, when the central waste-
water treatment plan is abandoned, the wastewater
property will be the marquee property of this area.
Potential redevelopment of this property should in-
clude public and private land use types to draw people
to this beautiful peninsula.
Picture-8
Like the wastewater treatment plant site the historic Dobyn's property is designated for mixed-
uses which include: residential, retail,restaurant and potentially an arts and entertainment
center. In addition the historic Dobyn's property will serve as a premier public gathering
space. Along with the planned Riverwalk is an area designated for future open space with vari-
ous amenities to be located on the point of the property. The areas adjacent to the lagoon serve
as the primary residential living areas for future downtown residents.
In order to maintain a balance of land uses, a thriving sustainable downtown needs some non-
retail users to generate a working population base within the downtown. The two block area
between Riverside Drive and Court Street south of Illinois Route 12o has been designated as
professional offices. In addition,the recommendations that Park Street south of Illinois Route
120 is vacated and Venice Ave.be extended through to Riverside Drive are included. This al-
lows a potential developer to construct a downtown office park of sorts with on-site parking.
The areas directly adjacent to Green Street east and
west are designated for local retail and restaurant users. LIL9
The existing users can be complemented with new us-
ers. It should also be stressed that the McHenry Down-
town Theater is a staple in the downtown area and is
recommended to stay downtown(Picture-9)to allow
day and night traffic to utilize downtown and also spur
complimentary businesses to the downtown area.
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Picture-9
Planning area three,located north of Illinois Route 120,can best be described as an area in
transition. A variety of land uses currently exist including: offices,retail,mixed-uses and ser-
vice-oriented uses,all interspersed with single-family residential and attached residential. The
area north of Illinois Route 120 will most likely not vary much from what it is now to five years
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from now. The area along Riverside Drive and to some extent along Pearl Street between Riv-
erside Drive and Park Street should remain local retail and restaurant-type land uses. Cur-
rently, there are mixed-uses and service uses along these areas; but in a viable and sustainable
economy, these areas should be retail in nature and the non-retail service-based uses and resi-
dential should be concentrated along Park Street and Court Street.
In addition, Green Street north of Illinois Route 120 can sustain additional non-service based-
uses but these should be limited to a couple of retail businesses, mixed-use or restaurant uses.
In order to have a sustainable downtown, a variety of land uses properly located is required.
Because the area is in transition the ideal land use pattern is not currently evident and is de-
picted through the hodge-podge nature of development north of Illinois Route 120.
One of the challenging properties located in this sub-area is the property at the northeast cor-
ner of Pearl Street and Richmond Road (Illinois Route 31). The reason this property poses a
unique challenge is because of its proximity to downtown, its location along a major roadway
and the fact that it lies in the middle of what is an older McHenry neighborhood. The future
land use map designates this area as attached residential. The land use on this property needs
to dictate the land use pattern traveling north on Richmond Road to Washington Street prior
to entering the City's major retail district.
Planning area three is and will continue to be an area in transition, which is in contrast to the
area south of IIlinois Route 120 which has more opportunities for redevelopment and reinvest-
ment and may spur similar redevelopment north of Route 120 in the future.
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Appropriate streetscape improvements provide a pleasant and unified pedestrian shopping en-
vironment in downtown areas and are another key aspect to maintaining sustainability in the
downtown area. Key aspects of a streetscape program include: sidewalks,landscaping, light-
ing, way-finding signage and street furniture. Building facade improvements are also an inte-
gral part of a streetscape planning system. How a building relates to the street is very impor-
tant to downtown development and redevelopment and encouraging pedestrians to utilize a
downtown is vital. Buildings closer to the street with the parking in the rear are considered
more pedestrian-friendly than buildings setback from the street with parking in front. This
type of development will not facilitate drawing people to a downtown and walking,but encour-
ages people to drive from store to store which does not make for a healthy and sustainable
downtown area.
While there are multiple pedestrian crossings on Green Street, due to all the traffic, drivers are
not overly willing to stop and allow people to cross. This problem is not uncommon within a
downtown as most downtowns have been designed with the automobile and not the pedestrian
in mind. This poses an inherent problem in attracting people to the downtown area and mak-
ing them feel safe within the downtown, and measures should be considered as potential solu-
tions.
One such solution is to improve the streetscape along Green Street to promote a more pedes-
trian-friendly atmosphere. Potential improvements may include: increasing street plantings,
designing building facades with a pedestrian focus, or pushing buildings towards the street.
Neumann Park,located on the east side of Green Street south of Illinois Route 120, is currently
an underutilized asset which has the potential of becoming a key gathering space along Green
Street.
In addition to Green Street, Elm Street (Illinois Route 120), which connects Green Street to
Riverside Drive, is also very automobile-dominant. The stores along this stretch suffer heavily
because a pedestrian-oriented focus is lost amidst the traffic congestion. Similar streetscape
improvements should be considered along this section of Illinois Route 12o, with a potential
solution being a wall or physical separation between the pedestrian and traffic along Route 120
to create that sense of physical separation between the sidewalk and roadway areas. This
physical separation will allow pedestrians to feel more safe and comfortable in shopping along
this corridor.
Off-street parking will increase the viability of these businesses because parking on a state
highway is not seen as a particularly safe thing to do. If the on-street parking is eliminated,the
sidewalk could potentially be expanded which would again give this perception of safety to pe-
destrians patronizing the businesses along this stretch of roadway. Further,additional street
plantings and/or planters should be considered as a means of breaking up the concrete. The
same streetscape-type improvements should be considered along Riverside Drive.
In addition to the streetscape improvements suggested, one of the other concerns expressed
through the planning process was way finding signage. This includes a signage program that
clearly delineates parking areas and different parts of the downtown. By implementing a com-
prehensive signage program within the downtown, motorists that do travel in automobiles can
easily be guided to appropriate parking areas.
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Efficient traffic movement within the downtown is crucial so as not to allow the automobile to
be the primary presence. In order for a downtown to remain sustainable efficient transporta-
tion, circulation, parking and pedestrian movement is required. Downtown roadways which
are characterized as heavily traveled at all times of the day will negate pedestrian traffic par-
ticularly in a suburban context. In a major city downtown roadways are expected to be highly
utilized but at the same time they are designed to be this way. A suburban downtown setting
like McHenry does not have roadways which are designed to accommodate constant traffic
flow.
The existing Core Downtown sub-area circulation pattern is characterized by two-way down-
town streets bisected by a five-lane state east-west highway(Illinois Route 120). Illinois Route
120 is a major east-west state arterial which links McHenry County to Lake County. The aver-
age daily traffic along this roadway is approximately 24,000 vehicles (2004 traffic counts).
Currently, Green Street is characterized as a major north-south arterial in the City of McHenry
which connects the City's two primary east-west arterial roadways, Charles Miller Road and
Illinois Route 12o. The average daily traffic along Green Street is approximately 8,000 vehicles
(2004 traffic counts).
In 2011, the intersection of Richmond Road (Illinois Route 31) and Elm Street (Illinois Route
120) will be improved, with lane widening and multiple turn lanes. In addition, the City is
planning an eastern by-pass which includes improving the intersection of Bull Valley Road and
Front Street(Illinois Route 31) east to Illinois Route 120. With these two traffic improvements,
the congestion on Green Street will most likely be reduced. This is a result of vehicles not
choosing Green Street, from Charles Miller Road on the south to Illinois Route 120 on the
north as somewhat of a cut-through to avoid the Charles Miller Road Bridge over the Fox
River. In addition once Illinois Route 120 is improved drivers will not as frequently cut-
through from Front Street to Green Street to avoid the long delays now associated with the in-
tersection of Illinois Route 12o and Illinois Route 31 (Richmond Road).
The Core Downtown Sub-Area is serviced by two Pace bus routes, Routes 8o6 and 807,in addi-
tion to Dial-A-Ride service. The Metra commuter rail station is located outside of the Core
Downtown sub-area,in the Main Street sub-area which is an additional reason why linkages to
all portions of McHenry's downtown areas are so important.
Regardless of future policies relating to auto access and parking,the importance of maintaining
an efficient public transportation system cannot be overstated. If the downtown is to grow pro-
fessionally and residentially, commuter bus service is a necessity, particularly service to the
Metra commuter rail station on Main Street.
In addition to transit non-vehicular circulation is another important element of the Core
Downtown sub-area's development and future sustainability. In 2004, the City of McHenry
adopted a bike and pedestrian pathway system plan. Included as a recommendation within the
plan is a bike and pedestrian pathway along Green Street, Pearl Street and Riverside Drive in
the downtown area. In addition, a path on the south side of Millstream Drive ending at Illinois
Route 120 is planned. A potential future link to the downtown is along the north side of Boone
Lagoon,extending from Illinois Route 12o and Millstream Drive to Riverside Drive.
While the McHenry Riverwalk is planned along the south side of Boone Lagoon, a bike path
only on the north side of the lagoon would serve as a functional link from the City's master
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planned pathway system to the Core Downtown sub-area. Further, a bike path link should also
be provided from Green Street to the central wastewater treatment plant once it is redeveloped.
This would be constructed along Waukegan Road, which will require widening and future im-
provements, and provide a functional link to a future area with public open space and access to
the Fox River.
There needs to be some attention paid to pedestrian crossings at major intersections, particu-
larly Illinois Route 12o and Richmond Road (Illinois Route 31), Illinois Route 12o and Green
Street, as well as Illinois Route 12o and Riverside Drive. This was one of the major comments
during the public hearing for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Pathway Plan in 2004. If pedestrians
and bicyclists do not feel a sense of security while crossing major downtown intersections, this
will greatly inhibit that type of traffic flow to the Core Downtown sub-area.
Attached is an existing public parking map for the Core Downtown sub-area. The map indi-
cates the future availability of public parking on the Riverwalk Center and City Center proper-
ties. While public parking currently exists on the City and McHenry Savings Bank properties,
this area will most likely redevelop in the future causing the need for this parking to be relo-
cated. The City purchased the old Wahl Appliance building property off of Court Street for a
future parking area. This parking will be crucial if and when the downtown theater expands.
Parking on Riverside Drive south of Illinois Route 120 will become a bigger issue as that area
redevelops. Consideration should be given to a surface parking area or parking deck, on the
west side of Riverside Drive at Venice Avenue. North of Illinois Route 120 in the Riverside
Drive area poses a challenge for locating a segregated parking area. While there is a City lot
behind the businesses on the west side of Riverside Drive, additional parking will be required if
this area is to remain viable in the future.
In order to eliminate on-street parking on Illinois Route 12o additional parking in close prox-
imity to that area must be provided for these businesses to remain successful. One way to pro-
vide additional parking in the area north of Route 120 is to convert Court Street and Park
Street into one-way streets. This would allow additional parking in close proximity to the busi-
nesses along Illinois Route 120, as well as to the area close to Veterans Memorial Park and the
businesses along Court Street and Park Street.
The conversion of Park Street and Court Street to one-way streets may not eliminate the need
for an additional surface lot in this area; however, it will go a long way in delaying that pros-
pect. Additional surface parking north of Illinois Route 120 should be considered as part of a
redevelopment; otherwise the only other alternative is to purchase a property outright.
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Implementation
An effective implementation program is required in order for any plan to be successful. The
Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan is no different. Any successful implementation program in-
cludes the following:
• Public participation and support of the plan;
• Plan review authority and sound planning process;
• Defensible and sound comprehensive plan and municipal zoning ordinance;
• A planning and zoning commission which understands their role and responsibilities;
• Political fairness of planning and zoning commission recommendations by elected offi-
cials;
• Professional staff to interpret goals and objectives; and
• A process to monitor, evaluate and amend plan elements based upon future develop-
ment and input from all parties involved, elected and appointed officials, staff and the
general public(Pointner).
Another important element of a successful implementation program is maintaining the integ-
rity of a plan. A plan is only as good as its users, interpretation and how well its contents are
followed and adhered to. If a plan is to work, multiple actions and responsibilities are required
from many different parties. If all falls into place the Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan, its goals,
objectives and vision can be realized.
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Panning and Zoning Commission
July 9,2009
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b. The outside seating area shall be gated off from direct entry from the building exterior;
c. The outside seating area shall have fixed tables and chairs, permanent but not
permanently affixed.
be granted; and that Table 31, the Approval Criteria for Conditional Use Permits, pages 357-358
of the Zoning Ordinance, has been met.
Voting Aye: Ekstrom, Howell, Morck, Nadeau, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: Buhrman.
Comments from Commission:
Commissioner Nadeau expressed his reservations regarding the availability of adequate parking,
but noted there is parking nearby, and hopefully, patrons will be directed by signage to its
location.
Motion carried 6-0. Chairman Howell closed the public hearing at 8:07 p.m.
Public Hearing: Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan
Chairman Howell called the Public Hearing to order at 8:08 p.m regarding the City of McHenry
Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan.
Chairman Howell stated notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Northwest Herald on
June 20, 2009.
Deputy City Administrator Martin provided the Commission with a staff report regarding this
matter. He noted the Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan was created following lengthy input and
discussion by the Community Development Committee. Two community design workshops
were held in order to secure public input. The area included in the plan is basically three
planning areas:
1. Area west of Green Street and south of Route 120;
2. Area east of Green Street and south of Route 120;
3. Area north of route 120.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the plan is being presented at Public Hearing this
evening in order to provide the public an opportunity to comment and ask questions. Following
the public comment, Staff is seeking a recommendation to Council regarding its inclusion in the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
Chairman Howell invited questions and/or comments from members of the Commission.
Commissioner Nadeau stated he liked the plan. He particularly liked the idea Venice Avenue
extension idea to facilitate traffic flow between Green Street and Riverside Drive. He suggested
the City should dredge Boone Creek to make it more appealing and to use the water to its full
advantage in developing the Riverwalk. He further suggested the City put in landscape islands in
route 120 to break of the hard concrete appearance and make the area more pedestrian-friendly.
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July 9,2009
Page 5
He noted he likes the idea of eliminating on-street parking on Route 120 and replacing the
parking spaces with a green space.
Deputy City Administrator responded Route 120 is a state highway and the City would likely not
be able to construct islands in the right-of-way. Before any on-street parking is removed, there
would have to be alternate parking secured. He noted if on-street parking is removed from Route
120, the business entities along the highway would notice a loss of business. They are dependent
upon the use of the on-street parking spaces.
Chairman Howell noted on-street parking spaces are good for business so that patrons can run in
and out as they do their errands. He noted there is a delicate balance in creating a pedestrian-
friendly area while at the same time creating a magnet for the current automobile-driven society.
The city needs to ensure that it continues to make the McHenry downtown vehicle-friendly as
well as improve the aesthetics.
Commissioner Thacker stated Green Street is not very busy right now. He suggested there is a lot
of parking behind the buildings along Green Street. Deputy City Administrator Martin noted
some of the parking might be eliminated as some of the sites are redeveloped. Commissioner
Thacker noted some of the stores in the downtown do not have a great fagade and suggested they
need to improve their external aesthetics. He mentioned how the Green Pearl Bistro (formerly
the Whale's Tail) has been completely renovated and how it enhances the area.
Commissioner Ekstrom stated the plan refers to the historic significance of the Dobbyn's House
which has now been razed. She suggested modifying the language accordingly. Deputy City
Administrator Martin responded although the buildings are gone, the City believes historic
architecture methods could be used in the redevelopment of this property. He noted the City does
not want to lose track of what the downtown was, what it is and what it can become.
Commissioner Thacker noted the Dobbyn's House property is a prime parcel of property. He
inquired as to its status at this time. Deputy City Administrator responded the owners are looking
to sell the property.
Commissioner Schepler stated it is good that public participation has been sought in the
development of the plan. He opined this is a good document to be utilized moving forward as the
downtown is reconfigured and redeveloped.
Chairman Howell opened the floor to public comment and questions. The following were sworn
in by Chairman Howell prior to speaking before the Commission:
Debbie McClaugheM 5320 West Highland Drive McHenry Ms. McClaughery stated she would
like to see a copy of the plan to review it. Deputy City Administrator Martin stated he would
mail here a copy. Ms. McClaughery noted Riverside Drive business concerns were addressed
when 15-minute parking was added. She requested the City install directional signs at the
intersections indicating the location of available parking.
Planning and Zoning Commission
July 9,2009
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Frank Marasco, 3115 Riverstream Drive McHenry Mr. Marasco suggested the Green Street
business owners be encouraged to enhance their facades in a color scheme which would
complement each other. He opined this would make the street more cohesive. He also suggested
changing the street lighting. He stated more retail-oriented businesses should be located on
Green Street. He opined if his suggestions are followed, it would really spruce up Green Street.
David Miller, 1208 North Riverside Drive, McHenry: Mr. Miller reiterated what had been stated,
particularly with regard to businesses that are allowed to have occupancy in the retail district. He
noted as downtown buildings become vacant the City should allow only retail-oriented
businesses to have occupancy. He opined the City should not allow service-related businesses in
its downtown areas. He stated it would be fairly easy to create an occupancy code whereby new
tenants would have to meet the retail criteria or be refused to occupy a building.
Mr. Miller further stated there are 2-hour parking restrictions in the downtown districts which are
not currently being enforced. Some business owners are violating the parking ordinance. He
suggested the City needs a meter maid to enforce the parking ordinance and to open up some of
the parking spaces. Mr. Miller also stated there is an area east of Green Street (behind the
businesses) that needs to be improved. He suggested there should be better ingress/egress from
parking areas. He noted it would be good to utilize all available parking east of Green Street as
the McHenry Savings Bank could sell their Green Street property and the City would no longer
have use of its parking spaces on the banks property.
Mr. Miller stated with regard to the parking for the Riverwalk Center, there may not be enough
parking, especially as there will be eight other retailers located in its ground floor, in addition to
the restaurant. No mention was made regarding the need for the other merchants to have parking,
plus the need for employees of the restaurant and other Riverwalk Center businesses to park.
William Schwartz, 1249 North Green Street McHena: Mr. Schwartz stated he owns the
building which formerly housed Carey Appliance. His daughter has the quilt business on Green
Street. He noted he is interested in Green Street and making it more viable. He stated he is in the
process of removing the wood panels from the front of his building. Deputy City Administrator
Martin informed the Commission the City has a Facade Improvement Grant Program available
through the Landmark Commission. The Program is available for use on buildings which are at
least 50 years old.
There was no further comment from the public. Chairman Howell closed the Public Comment
portion of the hearing at 8:32 p.m.
Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Morck, to recommend to the McHenry City Council, that the
Core Downtown Sub-Area Plan be adopted and incorporated in the City of McHenry
Comprehensive Plan as presented.
Voting Aye: Ekstrom, Howell, Morck, Nadeau, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: Buhrman.
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July 9,2009
Page 7
Motion carried 6-0. Chairman Howell closed the public hearing at 8:33 p.m.
Other Business
Brief discussion occurred regarding the following:
• Status of the City's purchase of the McHenry Shores Water Company;
• Status of Kotiw's Mill Street Project;
• Private use of wind generators in the community and how the Zoning Ordinance
regulations would be applicable;
• Status of Verizon Wireless request for conditional use permit before City Council;
• Targeted zoning for downtown business districts and options the City may have to
prevent over population of service-oriented businesses in retail district;
• Status of vacant Wickes Furniture Store; suggestion was made to inquire if Sweet Home
Furniture would be interested in locating in McHenry;
• Status of Wal-Mart relocation.
Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the July 23, 2009 meeting is being canceled for lack of
agenda. The next meeting will be August 6, 2009.
Adjournment
Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Ekstrom, to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m
Voting Aye: Ekstrom, Howell, Morck, Nadeau, Schepler, Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: Buhrman.
Motion carried 6-0.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen M. Kunzer, Deputy Clerk
City of McHenry
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AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Chris Black, Finance Director
FOR: August 31,2009 Regular Meeting
RE: Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds for Local Street
Improvements
Background. In June, the City exercised the call option on road improvements bonds issued in
2000, paying off the bonds 18 months prior to their stated maturity date and saving approximately
$59,000 in interest expense. The City obtained the funds for the early repayment through an
inter-fund loan from the Water/Sewer Fund to the Motor Fuel Tax(MFT)Fund. The final payment
on the loan will be in December 2010.
Beginning in FY 2011/12, the City's MFT Fund will provide approximately $500,000 annually for
road improvements. These funds could be utilized to finance street improvements on a pay-as-
you go basis or to repay additional borrowed funds. After considering need and analyzing the
options, staff recommends bonding for approximately $3.3 million in road improvements, which
includes engineering costs, to address a number of immediate needs, while accumulating about
$100,000 annually in MFT funds to address ongoing requirements.
Analysis. The City may issue bonds for road improvements through the Recovery Zone
Economic Development Bonds program established by the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Under the program, the County is allocating up to
$18,338,000 in bonding authority to units of government within McHenry County. Several
communities, including Cary, Crystal Lake, and Fox River Grove,have already received authority
to issue bonds.
Local governments participating in the program may issue taxable bonds in lieu of tax-exempt
bonds for governmental purposes and receive a rebate equal to 45% of the interest paid over the
life of the bonds. in the current market, once the tax-credit is applied, the effective rate of interest
on such taxable bonds is lower than the rate enjoyed on tax-exempt issues. As a result, local
governments can reduce the amount of interest they repay to bondholders.
The City of McHenry submitted its letter of interest for the Recovery Zone program to the County
on August 218t. The city requested$3.5 in bonding authority from the County. If the City Council
approves proceeding with the proposed plan, this request will be reviewed by the County's
Finance and Audit Committee on September 8 with final approval considered by the County
Board on September 1 e.
If our request is approved by the County Board, the staff will move forward with preparing
recommendations in which roads to include in the program for consideration by the City Council.
In September, staff will present an engineering services agreement to the City Council for
approval. After the engineering is completed in the fall, staff will seek approval to issue bids in
December 2010. Road improvement work will begin in early spring and will be completed in fall
2010.
To finance the projects, the City would issue approximately $3.3 million in bonds in February
2010. Debt service for the bond issues would be approximately $400,000 annually over the ten-
year repayment period. Based on the current revenue and expense projections for the MFT fund,
an estimated additional $100,000 would be available annually to address ongoing road
improvement needs and outside the scope of the road program.
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the following: 1) authorizing the City to
proceed with its application to issue bonds under the Recovery Zone Economic Development
Bonds program; and 2) the referral of the street improvement program to the Public Works
Committee for identification of the roads to include in the program.