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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 12/5/2022 - City Council City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 1 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, December 5, 2022, 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers, 333 S Green St, McHenry, IL 60050 Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call. Members present Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Director of Public Works Strange, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, Chief of Police Birk, City Planner Sheriff - absent, Deputy Clerk Johnson, and City Clerk Ramel. Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the pledge. Public Comments: None Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the following Consent Agenda Items as presented: A. Ordinance amending Title 8, Chapter 2, Parks and Recreation, Section 43, Charges for Park and Recreation Facilities, of the City of McHenry City Code . (Recreation Director Hobson) B. November 2,1, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes; C. Issuance of Checks in the amount of $386,457.33. A motion was made by Alderman McClatchey and seconded by Alderman Strach to approve Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote:7-ayes- Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0 -nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Individual Action Item Agenda. A. Economic Incentive Agreement – Munson Ski & Marine Motion to approve an Economic Incentive Agreement between the City of McHenry and Munson Ski & Marine for an amount not to exceed $500,000 or 20 years, whichever occurs first, to be provided as a 50/50 share of the 1% base sales tax received from eligible retail sales. (City Attorney McArdle) City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 5 A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderwoman Miller t o approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller.0-nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. B. Budget Amendment Ordinance and Approval of a Façade Grant for 1252 N. Green Street. (Economic Development Director Martin) Motion to approve an Ordinance amending the FY22/23 Budget in the amount of $30,000 and a façade grant application in the amount of $30,000 for the property located at 1252 N. Green Street. Alderman McClatchey wanted to know if there was any start time when they are going to open up, it is going to be a combination of different things per Director Polerecky. Alderman Santi wanted to know if the new owners would feel comfortable going to the podium, they are not at this time. Alderman Strach asked Director Polerecky if this would be tax revenue generated, and it will be. Alderman Glab stated again this is to improve the sites of the building, we should not be looking at what kind of revenue this grant is to help develop a better look of the building. No public comment. A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller.0-nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage at 4102 W. Crystal Lake Road. (Community Development Director Polerecky) Motion to approve an Ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage in conjunction with a Contractor’s Office at 4102 W. Crystal Lake Road . This went through as a unanimous recommendation at the hearing to go to the council, per Director Polerecky. There was one concern that was presented to The Council. The petitioner was also present at the meeting. Alderman Glab wanted to know if conditions can be added for a ce rtain distance where vehicles can be parked for that property, this question was asked to Attorney McArdle , and it was confirmed that can be done. A tree survey was done to make sure the tree line is preserved, per Directory Polerecky, along with stating there will be a new fence. Alderman Glab’s condition was also talked about during the original zoning and planning meeting. The petitioner took the podium and answered some of the questions that Attorney McArdle had asked regarding the future of the business etc. This discussion went on for some time. Public Comment: Michael Thompson from Colon and Thompson Orthodontics brought up the after-school traffic the concern about the left and right turn, and the safety concern about the customers coming into his building. Attorney McArdle wanted to know how far back their cu stomers would be, per the petitioner City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 5 would like to redo the front where there are four or five spots out front by removing some of the sidewalks. Mayor Jett wanted to put the condition that there is no parking within 15 feet of the property line. *Clerks note: This motion was passed with the Conditional Use there will be no parking within 15 feet of the East property line. A motion was made by Alderwoman Strach and seconded by Alderman Harding t o approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller.0-nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. D. Conditional Use Permit for a Self-Storage Facility at Bolger Court and Ridgeview Drive. (Community Development Director Polerecky) Motion to approve an Ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit for a Self -Storage Facility on the southwest corner of the intersection of Bolger Court and Ridgeview Drive. Alderman McClatchey asked if the petitioner was there, Peter & Mike Kalamaras stood at the podium. Alderman McClatchey wanted to know if they could double the number of trees, petitioners would like to add some hardscape. Alderman Glab wanted to know their thoughts on why they wanted to add to the storage, with the competition in town, stated that they feel they will add convenience to those in the area. No public comment. A motion was made by Alderman Devine and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Mille r.0- nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. E. Zoning Map Amendment and Final Plan Approval for Taylor Place Apartments. (Community Development Director Polerecky) Approval motion an Ordinance granting a Zoning Map Amendment to RM-2 High- Density Multifamily Residential District, and Final Plan Approval for the Taylor Place Apartments Multifamily Residential Planned Unit Development at 812 N. Mill Street. Alderman McClatchey wanted to know what was going to happen with the Crestwood Road traffic, Alderwoman Miller talked about the past discussion regarding the traffic restrictions, and per the petitioner, the traffic pattern was taken to account. There will be no left turns on Mill Street, which would force a right-hand turn to Crystal Lake Road. The second entrance was not discussed. Per Alderwoman Miller stated that Crestwood would be affected by this, she was expecting some traffic prevention and not allowing them to go through onto Lillian to reach the light. The petitioner stated that he is open to additional conditions if needed. Alderwoman Miller stated that her residents are not happy with the traffic pattern, feeling that many are not going to go out on Main Street, and wishes there was a better flow of traffic for her constituents. City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 5 Alderman Glab stated that there are a lot of concerns regarding the traffic in the subdivision itself. Would like to put a hold on it to see what can be looked at as well. Alderman Santi asked when he is getting approval until June for the tax agreement, stating that we have time. Mayor Jett wanted to know if there are any other issues besides the traffic flow. The final approval needs final site plan approval by tomorrow, per the petitioner. This discussion went on for some time. *Clerks Note: Motion Includes the east entrance only for Conditional Use. A motion was made by Alderman McClatchey and seconded by Alderman Strach to approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 5-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, 2-nays- Alderman Glab, Alderwoman Miller, 0-abstained. Motion carried. F. Approval of Various Bid Options for the Development of Miller Point Park. (Recreation Director Hobson) Motion to: 1) award the base bid, alternates 2, 3 & 4, totaling $1,727,000 to Stuckey Construction; 2) dismiss all bids for alternate one, and proceed with a local contractor, S.F. Freund, and Sons to build the washroom building for a contract totaling $297,112.92; 3) purchase of the pavilion for $162,030 and the spray pad for $59,679 utilizing a cooperative purchasing program; 4) purchase of site amenities for $20,000; and 5) authorize a contract with Hitchcock Design Group to oversee all the construction observation for $25,000 for the development of Miller Point Park and the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes. Director Hobson talked about the plans above also stating that it started as a locatio n for the Tiny Shops as well. The breakdown of the alternatives helped with the bidding process and helps understand where the funds would go. Alderman McClatchey stated that this was a great job, the only thing he is not for is the splash pad. Stated that it is packed and cannot see the splash pad there. Per Director Hobson, stated this is a pavilion that has water jets out of the ground, and it can also be turned off, it is flushed to the ground so it is not the type of splash pad that they may be envisioning. Alderman Strach questioned the area where the turf would go and how large of space that is. Per Director Hobson confirmed the west side area can also be turned into a skating area in the winter, stating being turf could be easier to put in the rink because it is easier to install a rink liner over it than grass. Alderman Strach also stated that he is in favor of the turf over the splash pad. Alderman Devine stated that maybe we could have a playground instead, however, it is more money than the splash pad. It is more of a fountain than a splash pad, per Director Hobson. Alderwoman Miller stated that the fountains may not be the best use of the money, stating that people are happy regarding the turf and potential of the skating rink. Also stated it would be good to have a dog-friendly area as well. Alderman Harding asked if it was going to be a n ice skating rink or hockey rink, it is going to be more of a free skate. Alderman Santi asked about a potential $300K donor, Are there other donations that would be, yes $20K from the Riverwalk Foundation was split into two, also $200K from the Rise Up Foundation. There is also another interested donor for the splash pad/fountains that have come forward as well. City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 5 Alderman Santi stated that he would like to see the turf more than the grass more useful for families, another concern was the funding. Alderwoman Miller is happy with the plan and stated it looks beautiful. Mayor Jett stated that he will help and commit to getting donations for the water pad/fountains for this project, but the whole project would bring opportunities for families to enjoy. This discussion went on for some time. No public comment. A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Harding t o approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 5-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderwoman Miller. 2-nays, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Devine. -0-abstained. Motion carried. G. Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Meeting Minutes According to the Illinois Open Meetings Act, a motion to pass a Resolution approving the destruction of any executive session recordings that exist for more than 18 months, the release of certain minutes, and keeping certain minutes confidential. (Deputy City Clerk Johnson) A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Santi t o approve Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller.0-nays-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. Discussion Items: None Staff Reports: Staff reports are provided at the first meeting of each month. Mayor’s Report: There will not be a 2023 music fest for the Rise Up Foundation. Will do some other things during the year, and needs to take a break. City Council Comments: Alderman Santi congrats on two years of Rise Up Foundation, to Mayor Jett. Alderwoman Miller wanted to thank Director Hobson and Strange, the communication for the leaves has been a great effort and the town looks beautiful with the lights. Director Hobson wanted to thank all the taxing bodies that support our TIFF request and their boards as well. Executive Session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.05.22 5 body, including meetings held to discuss whether a particular parcel should be acquired (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5).). A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Santi to adjourn to Executive Session at 9:00 p.m. to discuss pending litigation on the purchase or lease of real estate property for the use of the public body Mayor Jett reconvened the meeting from Executive Session at 9:1 0 p.m. A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to return to the open session. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0 -nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. Adjourn: A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Harding to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 PM. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderman Harding, Alderman Strach, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nay-, 0-abstained. Motion carried. X Mayor Wayne Jett X City Clerk Trisha Ramel *Clerks Note this item was removed from the agenda 3.Motion to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a real estate purchase agreement to purchase vacant land at 3609 -3511 W. Elm St (PIN Nos. 09 -26-378-006.-016 and -017) consisting of approximately .5166 ac for a gross purchase price not to exceed $450,000.00.