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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket - 12/4/2023 - City CouncilAGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, December 4, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 333 S Green St, McHenry, IL 60050
1.Call to Order.
2.Roll Call.
3.Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment
5.Presentation: Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year ending April 30, 2023 (Eccezion)
6. Consent Agenda. Motion to Approve the following Consent Agenda Items as presented:
A.Resolution for the release of Executive Session Minutes and Destruction of Executive Session
Recordings more than 18 Months Old. (Deputy Clerk Johnson)
B.Shamrocks the Fox Event Approvals (Recreation Director Hobson)
C.Parks & Recreation Facilities & Special User Permit Requests
D.November 20, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes.
E.Issuance of Checks in the amount of $2,753,062.62
7.Individual Action Item Agenda
A.Amendments to Downtown Parking Permits
Motion to pass an Ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 4, Section 7: Permit Parking, of the
McHenry City Code. (Deputy City Clerk Johnson)
B.Annexation of Land
Motion to pass an Ordinance annexing a 2.68-Acre Tract of Land located on the southeast
corner of Lake Shore Drive and McCullom Lake Road (Community Development Director
Polerecky)
C.Conditional Use Permit – Hickory Creek Barn
Pending the passage of agenda item 7.B., a motion to pass an Ordinance granting a Zoning Map
Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District, Conditional Use Permit for the Continued Operation of
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a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, Equestrian Related Agritourism, and Zoning
Variations for the property commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm (Community Development
Director Polerecky)
8. Discussion Item Agenda
A. Recreation Center Expansion
B. Hickory Creek Barn
9. Staff Reports. Provided the 1st meeting of each month.
10. Mayor’s Report.
11. City Council Comments.
12. Executive Session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body (5
ILCS 120/2(c)(5).).
13. Adjourn.
The complete City Council packet is available for review online via the City website at www.cityofmchenry.org. For further
information, please contact the Office of the City Administrator at 815-363-2108.
This meeting will be live streamed with a quorum of the City Council physically present. Public comments may only be
heard by members of the public physically present at the meeting. Remote public comments will not be heard. The public
can listen and view the meeting from the following link: https://cityofmchenry.zoom.us/j/84697577610
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Office of Finance & Accounting
Carolyn Lynch, Director
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2100
Fax: (815) 363-2119
www.cityofmchenry.org
PRESENTATION
DATE: December 4, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Carolyn Lynch, Finance Director
RE: FY22/23 Audit
ATTACHMENTS: FY22/23 SAS Letter
FY22/23 Audit Report
_____________________________________________________________________________
Attached is the Annual Financial Report for the year ending April 30, 2023 that was completed by
the firm of Eccezion (formerly Eder, Casella, and Company). The audit document was received
by staff and the document includes important information about the City’s results for the
2022/23 fiscal year and current financial condition.
There are a few areas of the report that are important to highlight. First, the Combining Schedule
of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance – General Fund on page 61-62 of the
audit includes the year end results and the total fund balance for the General Fund. The total
fund balance is $16,857,124, which is an increase of $2,154,168 over April 30, 2023. Per the Fund
Balance and Reserve Policy a transfer to the Capital Improvements Fund of excess Fund Balance
is not proposed this year because during the FY23/24 budget process it was proposed to use
$2,106,085 in fund balance for capital projects and $3.6 million is reserved from the ARPA funds
for capital expenses related to the Route 31 widening project. As a reminder according to the
Fund Balance and Reserve policy, the General Fund unassigned balance should be approximately
120 days of the estimated operating expenditures .
Second, the Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position – Proprietary Funds
(pg. 20) show the annual operating income and expenses for the Water and Sewer Fund. The
Water and Sewer Fund has an operating income of $1,076,211. Even with this operating income,
Water/Sewer rates will still need to be annually reviewed and adjusted as operating revenues
have increased due to debt service fees for the IEPA loan (as well as increases to water and sewer
rates). These IEPA loan fees cover principal payments that are not presented on this statement,
they are presented on the Statement of Net Position.
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Third, the Police Pension Plan Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s Net Pension Liability and
Related Ratios report (p. 54) still shows a high Total Pension Liability of $60,0674,242. On this
same page the Plan Net Position has decreased even with the issuance of the Pension Obligation
Bond due to lower investment returns to $55,718,518. The Police Pension Fund is still in a really
good position at 93% funded as of April 30, 2023.
A representative from Eccezion is in attendance to present a summary of the audit and answer
any questions Council may have.
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CITY OF McHENRY, ILLINOIS
ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
APRIL 30, 2023
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CITY OF McHENRY, ILLINOIS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
APRIL 30, 2023
PAGE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT 1
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTORL OVER FINANCIAL
REPORTING AND ON COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED ON AN
AUDIT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS 4
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
Management’s Discussion and Analysis 6
BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Government-Wide Financial Statements
Statement of Net Position 13
Statement of Activities 14
Fund Financial Statements
Balance Sheet – Governmental Funds 15
Reconciliation of the Balance Sheet to the Statement of Net Position 16
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances –
Governmental Funds 17
Reconciliation of the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes
in Fund Balances to the Statement of Activities 18
Statement of Net Position – Proprietary Funds 19
Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position –
Proprietary Funds 20
Statement of Cash Flows – Proprietary Funds 21
Statement of Fiduciary Net Position – Fiduciary Funds 22
Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position – Fiduciary Funds 23
Notes to Financial Statements 24
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund – Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s
Net Pension Liability and Related Ratios 52
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CITY OF McHENRY, ILLINOIS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
APRIL 30, 2023
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REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION (Continued)
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund – Schedule of Employer Contribution 53
Police Pension Plan – Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s Net Pension
Liability and Related Ratios 54
Police Pension Plan – Schedule of Employer Contribution 55
Other Post-Employment Benefit – Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s
Total OPEB Liability and Related Ratios 56
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances –
Budget and Actual – General Fund 57
Notes to Required Supplementary Information 59
SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Combining Balance Sheet – General Fund 60
Combining Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund
Balances – General Fund 61
Combining Balance Sheet – Other Governmental Funds 63
Combining Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund
Balances – Other Governmental Funds 64
Combining Schedule of Net Position – Water and Sewer Funds 65
Combining Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net
Position – Water and Sewer Funds 66
Combining Schedule of Net Position – Internal Service Funds 67
Combining Schedule of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net
Position – Internal Service Funds 68
Combining Schedule of Net Position – Custodial Funds 69
Combining Schedule of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position – Custodial Funds 70
Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances –
Budget and Actual – Special Revenue Fund – Tax Increment
Financing Fund 71
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT
To the Mayor and City Council Members
City of McHenry
McHenry, Illinois
Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements
Opinions
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, the business-
type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of
City of McHenry
as of and for the year ended April 30, 2023, and the related notes to the financial statements, which
collectively comprise the City’s basic financial statements as listed in the table of contents.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the
respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund,
and the aggregate remaining fund information of City of McHenry as of April 30, 2023, and the respective
changes in financial position and, where applicable, cash flows thereof for the year then ended in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for Opinions
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States
of America (GAAS) and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing
Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Our responsibilities under those
standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
section of our report. We are required to be independent of City of McHenry and to meet our other ethical
responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe
that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit
opinions.
Change in Accounting Principle
As described in Note 22 to the financial statements, the City implemented GASB Statement No. 87,
Leases. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes
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the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair
presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions
or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the City’s ability to continue as
a going concern for one year after the date that the financial statements are issued.
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole
are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that
includes our opinions. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance
and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS and Government
Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a
material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve
collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the
aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial
statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS and Government Auditing Standards, we:
•Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
•Identify and assess the risk of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to
fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures
include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements.
•Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of City of McHenry’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
•Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant
accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the
financial statements.
•Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate,
that raise substantial doubt about City of McHenry’s ability to continue as a going concern for a
reasonable period of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters,
the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control-related
matters that we identified during the audit.
Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the required
supplementary information, as listed on the table of contents, be presented to supplement the basic
financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and, although not a part of
the basic financial statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who
considers it to be an essential part of financial reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an
appropriate operational, economic, or historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures to
the required supplementary information in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the
United States of America, which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of preparing
the information and comparing the information for consistency with management’s responses to our
inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic
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financial statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the information because
the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any
assurance.
Supplementary Information
Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the financial statements that collectively
comprise the City’s basic financial statements. The supplementary information, as listed in the table of
contents, are presented for purposes of additional analysis and are not a required part of the basic
financial statements.
The supplementary information is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates
directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements.
Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic financial
statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information
directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements or
to the basic financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing
standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the supplementary
information is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the basic financial statements as a whole.
Other Reporting Required by Government Auditing Standards
In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated
November 10, 2023 on our consideration of City of McHenry’s internal control over financial reporting
and on our tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant
agreements and other matters. The purpose of that report is solely to describe the scope of our testing
of internal control over financial reporting and compliance and the results of that testing, and not to
provide an opinion on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting or on compliance. That
report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards in
considering City of McHenry’s internal control over financial reporting and compliance.
Eccezion
Consulting • CPAs • Technology
McHenry, Illinois
November 10, 2023
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL
REPORTING AND ON COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED ON AN
AUDIT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS
To the Mayor and City Council Members
City of McHenry
McHenry, Illinois
We have audited, in accordance with the auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards
issued by the Comptroller General of the United States, the financial statements of the governmental
activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of
City of McHenry
as of and for the year ended April 30, 2023, and the related notes to the financial statements, which
collectively comprise City of McHenry’s basic financial statements, and have issued our report thereon
dated November 10, 2023.
Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements, we considered City of McHenry’s internal
control over financial reporting (internal control) as a basis for designing audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances for the purpose of expressing our opinions on the financial statements,
but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of City of McHenry’s internal control.
Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of City of McHenry’s internal control.
A deficiency in internal control exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow
management or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to prevent, or
detect and correct, misstatements on a timely basis. A material weakness is a deficiency, or a
combination of deficiencies, in internal control such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material
misstatement of the City’s financial statements will not be prevented, or detected and corrected on a
timely basis. A significant deficiency is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control
that is less severe than a material weakness, yet important enough to merit attention by those charged
with governance.
Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose described in the first paragraph of this
section and was not designed to identify all deficiencies in internal control that might be material
weaknesses or significant deficiencies. Given these limitations, during our audit we did not identify any
deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses. However, material
weaknesses may exist that have not been identified.
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Compliance and Other Matters
As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether City of McHenry’s financial statements are free
from material misstatement, we performed tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws,
regulations, contracts, and grant agreements, noncompliance with which could have a direct and material
effect on the financial statements. However, providing an opinion on compliance with those provisions
was not an objective of our audit, and accordingly, we do not express such an opinion. The results of
our tests disclosed no instances of noncompliance or other matters that are required to be reported under
Government Auditing Standards.
Purpose of this Report
The purpose of this report is solely to describe the scope of our testing of internal control and compliance
and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on the effectiveness of the City’s internal
control or on compliance. This report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with
Government Auditing Standards in considering the City’s internal control and compliance. Accordingly,
this communication is not suitable for any other purpose.
Eccezion
Consulting • CPAs • Technology
McHenry, Illinois
November 10, 2023
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REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
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CITY OF McHENRY, ILLINOIS
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
APRIL 30, 2023
As management of City of McHenry (City), we offer readers of the City’s statements this narrative
overview and analysis of the financial activities of the City for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2023. We
encourage readers to consider the information presented here in conjunction with additional information
found in the notes to the financial statements.
OVERVIEW OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
This discussion and analysis is intended to serve as an introduction to the City’s basic financial
statements. The City’s basic financial statements comprise three components: 1) government-wide
financial statements, 2) fund financial statements, and 3) notes to the financial statements. Both
perspectives (government-wide and fund level financial statements) allow the user to address relevant
questions, broaden a basis for comparison (year to year or government to government) and enhance the
City’s accountability.
This report also contains other supplementary information in addition to the basic financial statements
themselves.
Government-wide Financial Statements. The government-wide financial statements are designed to
provide readers with a broad overview of the City’s finances, in a manner similar to a private business.
The Statement of Net Position presents information on all the City’s assets, deferred outflows of
resources, liabilities, and deferred inflows of resources with the difference amongst those being reported
as net position. Increases or decreases in net position may serve as a useful indicator of whether the
financial position of the City is improving or deteriorating when comparing year to year results.
The Statement of Activities presents information showing how the City’s net position changed during the
most recent fiscal year. All changes in net position are reported as soon as the underlying event giving
rise to the change occurs, regardless of the timing of related cash flows. Thus, revenues and expenses
are reported in this statement for some items that will only result in cash flows in future fiscal periods
(e.g., uncollected taxes and earned but unused vacation leave).
Both government-wide financial statements distinguish functions of the City that are principally supported
by taxes and intergovernmental revenues (governmental activities) from other functions that are intended
to recover all or a significant portion of their costs through user fees and charges (business-type
activities). The governmental activities of the City include general office, public safety, public works, and
parks and recreation. The business-type activities of the City include a water and sewer division.
Fund Financial Statements. A fund is a grouping of related accounts that is used to maintain control
over resources that have been segregated for specific activities or objectives. The City, like other state
and local governments, uses fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with finance-related
legal requirements. All the funds of the City can be divided into three categories: governmental funds,
proprietary funds, and fiduciary funds.
Governmental Funds. Governmental funds are used to account for essentially the same functions
reported as governmental activities in the government-wide financial statements. However, unlike the
government-wide financial statements, governmental fund financial statements focus on near-term
inflows and outflows of spendable resources, as well as on balances of spendable resources available
at the end of the fiscal year. Such information may be useful in evaluating a government’s near-term
financing requirements.
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Because the focus of governmental funds is narrower than that of the government-wide financial
statements, it is useful to compare the information presented for governmental funds with similar
information presented for governmental activities in the government-wide financial statements. By doing
so, readers may better understand the long-term impact of the City’s near-term financing decisions. Both
the governmental fund Balance Sheet and the governmental fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures,
and Changes in Fund Balances provide a reconciliation to facilitate this comparison between
governmental funds and governmental activities.
The City maintains 14 individual governmental funds. Information is presented separately in the
governmental fund Balance Sheet and in the governmental fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures,
and Changes in Fund Balances for the General Fund which is considered to be a major fund. Data from
the other 13 governmental funds are combined into a single, aggregated presentation. The other 13
funds include Pageant, Audit, Recreation Center, Capital Improvements, Capital Asset Maintenance and
Replacement, Capital Equipment, Debt Service, Motor Fuel Tax, Municipal Motor Fuel Tax, Developer
Donations, Tax Increment Financing, and two Special Service Areas.
Proprietary Funds. The City maintains two different types of proprietary funds. Enterprise funds are used
to report the same functions presented as business-type activities in the government-wide financial
statements. The City uses an enterprise fund to account for the Water and Sewer Division. Internal
service funds are an accounting device used to accumulate and allocate costs internally among the City’s
various functions. The City uses internal service funds to account for its employee insurance, risk
management, and information technology. Because these services predominately benefit governmental
rather than business-type functions, they have been included within governmental activities in the
government-wide financial statements.
Proprietary funds provide the same type of information as the government-wide financial statements, only
in more detail. The proprietary fund financial statements provide separate information for the water and
sewer functions. Internal service funds are combined into a single, aggregate presentation in the
proprietary fund financial statements. Individual fund data for the internal service funds is provided in the
form of combining statements.
Fiduciary Funds. Fiduciary funds are used to account for resources held for the benefit of parties outside
the City. Fiduciary funds are not reflected in the government-wide financial statements because the
resources of those funds are not available to support the City’s own programs. The accounting used for
fiduciary funds is much like that used for proprietary funds. The City’s fiduciary funds include the Police
Pension Trust Fund and two Custodial Funds.
Notes to the Financial Statements. The notes provide additional information that is essential to a full
understanding of the data provided in the government-wide and fund financial statements.
Other Information. In addition to the basic financial statements and accompanying notes, this report
also presents certain required supplementary information concerning the City’s appropriation to actual
for the General Fund.
GOVERNMENT-WIDE FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Net position may serve over time as a useful indicator of a government’s financial position. In the case
of the City, assets and deferred outflows of resources exceeded liabilities and deferred inflows of
resources by $148,516,513 at April 30, 2023.
By far, the largest portion of the City’s net position, 93%, reflects its net investment in capital assets (e.g.,
land, construction in progress, buildings, and equipment); less any related debt used to acquire those
assets that is still outstanding. The City uses these capital assets to provide services to citizens;
consequently, these assets are not available for future spending. Although the City’s investment in capital
assets is reported net of related debt, it should be noted that the resources needed to repay this debt
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must be provided from other sources, since the capital assets themselves cannot be used to liquidate
these liabilities.
4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022
Assets
Current and Other Assets 32,992,919$ 33,833,389$ 13,576,743$ 11,953,256$ 46,569,662$ 45,786,645$
Capital Assets 96,526,534 95,044,404 77,053,660 79,296,456 173,580,194 174,340,860
Net Pension Asset - IMRF - 1,915,256 - 884 - 1,916,140
Total Assets 129,519,453$ 130,793,049$ 90,630,403$ 91,250,596$ 220,149,856$ 222,043,645$
Deferred Outflows of Resources 11,959,807$ 8,234,178$ 1,325,114$ 537,931$ 13,284,921$ 8,772,109$
Liabilities
Long-Term Liabilities
Outstanding 26,838,310$ 28,826,835$ 30,747,863$ 32,696,374$ 57,586,173$ 61,523,209$
Net Pension Liability - IMRF 5,508,725 - 1,769,693 - 7,278,418 -
Net Pension Liability - Police 4,348,724 469,026 - - 4,348,724 469,026
Total OPEB Liability 948,640 1,200,063 174,609 129,680 1,123,249 1,329,743
Other Liabilities 2,673,995 2,422,222 354,638 520,673 3,028,633 2,942,895
Total Liabilities 40,318,394$ 32,918,146$ 33,046,803$ 33,346,727$ 73,365,197$ 66,264,873$
Deferred Inflows of Resources 10,456,210$ 15,751,752$ 1,096,857$ 1,187,812$ 11,553,067$ 16,939,564$
Net Position
Net Investment in Capital
Assets 91,764,145$ 90,072,809$ 46,377,371$ 46,698,746$ 138,141,516$ 136,771,555$
Restricted 2,036,911 5,894,047 - - 2,036,911 5,894,047
Unrestricted (3,096,400) (5,609,527) 11,434,486 10,555,242 8,338,086 4,945,715
Total Net Position 90,704,656$ 90,357,329$ 57,811,857$ 57,253,988$ 148,516,513$ 147,611,317$
City of McHenry's Statement of Net Position
TotalBusiness-Type ActivitiesGovernmental Activities
An additional portion of the City’s net position, 1%, represents resources that are subject to external
restrictions on how they may be used (e.g. Highways and Streets, Capital Projects, Police Pension and
Special Service Areas). The remaining balance of unrestricted net position ($8,338,086) may be used to
meet the City’s ongoing obligations to citizens and creditors.
Governmental Activities. Governmental activities increased the City’s net position by $1,208,651,
which was then partially offset by a net position adjustment of $(861,324). Key differences from the prior
year are as follows:
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FY 2023 FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2022
Revenues
Program Revenues
Charges for Services 7,241,916$ 7,142,687$ 9,427,881$ 10,247,466$ 16,669,797$ 17,390,153$
Operating Grants and Contributions 46,113 3,716,047 - - 46,113 3,716,047
Capital Grants and Contributions 773,717 5,119,713 - 2,454,222 773,717 7,573,935
General Revenues
Taxes
Property Taxes 5,711,748 5,565,378 - - 5,711,748 5,565,378
Intergovernmental
Sales Taxes 13,346,454 12,807,479 - - 13,346,454 12,807,479
Other Taxes 7,702,910 6,433,338 - - 7,702,910 6,433,338
Other 541,044 21,008 189,104 30,872 730,148 51,880
Total Revenues 35,363,902$ 40,805,650$ 9,616,985$ 12,732,560$ 44,980,887$ 53,538,210$
Expenses
General Office 8,125,923$ 4,118,881$ -$ -$ 8,125,923$ 4,118,881$
Public Safety 13,663,828 9,328,245 - - 13,663,828 9,328,245
Public Works 7,469,021 5,068,211 - - 7,469,021 5,068,211
Parks and Recreation 4,069,254 4,305,299 - - 4,069,254 4,305,299
Interest and Fees 689,635 714,641 - - 689,635 714,641
Depreciation 245,712 227,178 - - 245,712 227,178
Water - - 2,196,433 2,160,744 2,196,433 2,160,744
Sewer - - 5,651,641 5,328,003 5,651,641 5,328,003
Utility Work - - 1,122,120 930,611 1,122,120 930,611
Total Expenses 34,263,373$ 23,762,455$ 8,970,194$ 8,419,358$ 43,233,567$ 32,181,813$
Increase/(Decrease) in Net Position
Before Transfers 1,100,529$ 17,043,195$ 646,791$ 4,313,202$ 1,747,320$ 21,356,397$
Transfers 94,922 93,048 (94,922) (93,048) - -
Gain on Sale of Capital Assets 13,200 20,300 6,000 32,760 19,200 53,060
Increase/(Decrease) in Net Position 1,208,651$ 17,156,543$ 557,869$ 4,252,914$ 1,766,520$ 21,409,457$
Net Position - Beginning of Year 90,357,329 73,200,786 57,253,988 53,292,140 147,611,317 126,492,926
Net Position Adjustment (861,324) - - (291,066) (861,324) (291,066)
Net Position - End of Year 90,704,656$ 90,357,329$ 57,811,857$ 57,253,988$ 148,516,513$ 147,611,317$
City of McHenry's Change in Net Position
Governmental Activities Business-Type Activities Total
Revenues decreased in the current year due to decreases in operating grants and contributions as well
as capital grants and contributions which was mainly due to the receipt of the American Rescue Plan
funds during FY’22 but not during the current year, as well as developer donations of over $3.1 million in
the prior year but only $20,000 during FY’23.
Expenses increased mainly due to increases in the expenses related to the Police Pension and IMRF
Pension liabilities, increases related to OPEB expense, and increased repairs and maintenance
expenses.
Business-Type Activities. Business-type activities increased the City’s net position by $557,869.
Revenues for business-type activities decreased in the current year due to a decrease in capital grants
and contributions from developer donations.
Expenses for business-type activities increased in the current year due to slight increases across the
water, sewer, and utility work departments from miscellaneous personnel expenses and also increased
expenses related to IMRF and OPEB liabilities.
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FINANCIAL ANALYSIS OF THE CITY’S FUNDS
As noted earlier, the City uses fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with finance-
related legal requirements.
Governmental Funds. The focus of the City’s governmental funds is to provide information on near-
term inflows, outflows, and balances of spendable resources. Such information is useful in assessing
the City’s financing requirements. In particular, unassigned fund balance may serve as a useful measure
of the City’s net resources available for spending at the end of the fiscal year.
At April 30, 2023, the City’s governmental funds reported combined ending fund balances of $24,338,475,
an increase of $652,175 in comparison with the prior year, which includes a fund balance adjustment of
$(861,324). Approximately 39% of this total amount constitutes unassigned fund balance which is
available for spending at the City’s discretion. Of the remaining fund balance, 52% constitutes assigned
fund balance, with the remainder of the fund balance restricted to indicate that it is not available for new
spending because it has already been restricted for specific purposes or is nonspendable.
The General Fund is the chief operating fund of the City. At April 30, 2023, the fund balance of the
General Fund was $19,553,883, of which $9,739,783 is unassigned. As a measure of the General Fund’s
liquidity, it may be useful to compare unassigned fund balance to total fund expenditures. Unassigned
fund balance represents 36% of total General Fund expenditures.
The General Fund’s fund balance increased by $2,436,254 during the year ended April 30, 2023, which
includes a fund balance adjustment of $(861,324). This was mainly due to increases in state sales tax
and state income taxes. There was also an increase in Federal grants, which was mainly due to the
receipt of the American Rescue Plan grant.
Other significant highlights in the governmental funds for the year ended April 30, 2023 are outlined
below:
• Debt service expenses of $2,677,337 were paid to meet the debt service requirements of the City.
• Other governmental funds show a total decrease in fund balance of $1,784,079.
Proprietary Funds. The City’s proprietary funds provide the same type of information found in the
government-wide financial statements, but in more detail.
Fiduciary Funds (Police Pension and Custodial Funds). At April 30, 2023, the Police Pension Fund’s
net position amounted to $55,718,519. Deductions exceeded additions during the year, resulting in a
decrease of $919,521 in net position. The decrease was largely due to losses on sales of investments.
GENERAL FUND BUDGETARY HIGHLIGHTS
The City amended their budget during the year ended April 30, 2023. A significant difference between
original and final budget was an increase in capital outlay expenditures of $960,000.
The General Fund actual revenue exceeded budgeted revenue by $5,265,609. This difference was
primarily due to more than expected revenue from state sales and income taxes, receipt of the American
Rescue Plan grant, and interest income. Budgeted expenditures exceeded actual expenditures by
$746,982. The difference was mainly due to less than expected expenditures in all areas, aside from
Public Safety and Parks and Recreation which were slightly higher than expected.
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CAPITAL ASSET AND DEBT ADMINISTRATION
Capital Assets. The City’s investment in capital assets for its governmental and business-type activities
as of April 30, 2023 amounts to $173,580,194 (net of accumulated depreciation). This investment
includes land, land improvements, art and historical treasures, intangibles, construction in progress,
buildings, vehicles, systems and equipment, and infrastructure.
4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022
Land 43,651,504$ 42,664,844$ 2,208,117$ 2,208,117$ 45,859,621$ 44,872,961$
Land Improvements 2,946,509 2,584,275 - - 2,946,509 2,584,275
Art and Historical Treasures 1,658,927 1,658,927 - - 1,658,927 1,658,927
Intangibles 300,000 300,000 - - 300,000 300,000
Construction in Progress 1,831,979 1,463,648 92,944 57,193 1,924,923 1,520,841
Buildings 12,924,652 12,352,919 334,701 361,206 13,259,353 12,714,125
Vehicles 1,810,670 1,574,244 727,933 778,748 2,538,603 2,352,992
Systems and Equipment 1,505,373 1,468,179 73,689,965 75,891,191 75,195,338 77,359,370
Infrastructure 29,896,920 30,977,368 - - 29,896,920 30,977,368
Total 96,526,534$ 95,044,404$ 77,053,660$ 79,296,455$ 173,580,194$ 174,340,859$
City of McHenry's Capital Assets (net of depreciation)
Governmental Activities Business-Type Activities Total
Major capital asset events during the year ended April 30, 2023 included the following:
• Construction in progress additions totaling $2,715,606
• The purchase of three land parcels totaling $986,660
• The purchase of eleven new vehicles totaling $634,484
For further information on the City’s capital assets see Note 3 in the notes to the financial statements.
Long-Term Debt. At April 30, 2023, the City had total bonded debt outstanding of $29,155,000, all of
which is backed by the full faith and credit of the City.
4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2023 4/30/2022
General Obligation Bonds 25,530,000$ 27,205,000$ 3,625,000$ 3,995,000$ 29,155,000$ 31,200,000$
IEPA Revolving Loan Fund - - 26,742,871 28,275,383 26,742,871 28,275,383
Notes Payable 635,548 956,419 - - 635,548 956,419
Bond Premium 32,169 40,547 280,809 327,327 312,978 367,874
Bond Discount (182) (371) - - (182) (371)
Total 26,197,535$ 28,201,595$ 30,648,680$ 32,597,710$ 56,846,215$ 60,799,305$
City of McHenry's Outstanding Debt
Governmental Activities Business-Type Activities Total
For further information on the City’s long-term debt see Note 5 in the notes to the financial statements.
ECONOMIC FACTORS AND NEXT YEAR’S BUDGET AND RATES
The City has a diversified economy with the manufacturing and health fields being its primary base.
McHenry is among the State’s fastest growing communities with the official population increasing from
16,177 in 1990 to 27,135 in 2020. In addition, the City experienced significant growth in the retail, office,
and industrial space, and a downtown revitalization plan has spurred residential and commercial
development in the Downtown TIF District. The City’s economic conditions are as follows:
• The average unemployment rate for McHenry County in 2021 was 4.3 percent, which is 10.4 percent
lower than a year ago. This is lower than the State’s average unemployment rate of 4.6 percent.
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• Inflation in the area compares to the national consumer price index. Similar to a nationwide trend,
residential growth in the City has slowed, but has been increasing over the last few years. The
number of single family residential building permits issued by the City has decreased from 139 in
2007 to 85 in 2020 and 22 in 2022. However, there has been a large increase in multi-family from 0
in 2012 to 378 in 2021. The total value of all commercial and residential improvements and new
permits increased from $15.2 million in 2012 to $73.3 million in 2021 and $56.3 million in 2022.
Development and adoption of the 2023/24 budget was premised on providing core municipal services
while having an operationally balanced budget. It was expected there was going to be a volatile economic
forecast when the pandemic began, but the City is fortunate to be in a favorable financial situation
because of rebounding revenues and controlled operating expenses. Property tax revenues were
increased for the first time since 2010 in 2021, but then left flat for 2022. EAV values have been gradually
increasing which caused the City’s tax rate to continue to decrease from $0.605781 in 2021 to $0.555713
in 2022.
In April 2023, the City Council approved the proposed fiscal year 2023/24 General Fund budget
increasing the prior year’s budget by $3,759,316. These increases were primarily due to personnel and
capital outlay expenses. In the last few years, capital expenditures have been funded with Fund Balance
Reserves which have been built up due to cost reduction measures necessary to adopt a balanced
budget in the past years as well as rebounding state shared revenues. These reserves have been
decreasing over the years due to this Capital Spending Policy which has highlighted the need for a
dedicated revenue source for the replacement and maintenance of capital assets. With the adoption of
the Electric Utility Tax (adopted February 2, 2022 and placed in effect June 1, 2022), there is now a
dedicated revenue stream for the replacement and maintenance of City capital assets. Management is
always closely monitoring revenues as well as expenses for any changes.
REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION This financial report is designed to provide a general overview of the
City’s finances for all those with an interest in the City’s finances. Questions concerning any of the
information provided in this report or requests for additional financial information should be addressed to:
City of McHenry, 333 South Green St., McHenry, Illinois, 60050.
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BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Governmental Business-Type
Activities Activities Total
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents 18,663,151$ 4,899,474$ 23,562,625$
Deposit with Paying Agent 32,240 - 32,240
Investments 3,574,643 6,637,249 10,211,892
Prepaid Items 266,209 42,118 308,327
Receivables (Net of Allowance for Estimated
Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 472,544 48,211 520,755
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled 281,102 1,333,209 1,614,311
Property Taxes 5,875,439 - 5,875,439
Accrued Interest 13,145 14,187 27,332
Due from Other Governmental Units 3,328,801 97,714 3,426,515
Grants Receivable 178,164 - 178,164
Cable Franchise Fee Receivable 122,912 - 122,912
Inventory 184,569 - 184,569
Right-of-Use Lease Receivable - 504,581 504,581
Capital Assets
Land, Construction in Progress, and Other
Non-Depreciable Assets 47,442,410 2,301,061 49,743,471
Other Capital Assets, Net of Depreciation 49,084,124 74,752,599 123,836,723
TOTAL ASSETS 129,519,453$ 90,630,403$ 220,149,856$
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF 3,744,278$ 1,054,909$ 4,799,187$
Pension Expense/Revenue - Police Pension 6,729,641 - 6,729,641
OPEB Expense/Revenue 1,485,888 270,205 1,756,093
TOTAL DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES 11,959,807$ 1,325,114$ 13,284,921$
LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 1,869,257$ 238,775$ 2,108,032$
Security Deposits Held - 3,000 3,000
Due to Other Governmental Units 49,041 - 49,041
Due to Other Funds 129,766 (129,766) -
Due to Police Pension Fund 4,908 - 4,908
Unearned Revenue 399,787 - 399,787
Accrued Interest 221,236 242,629 463,865
Non-Current Liabilities
Due Within One Year 2,672,661 2,101,849 4,774,510
Due in More Than One Year 24,165,649 28,646,014 52,811,663
Police Pension Liability 4,348,724 - 4,348,724
IMRF Net Pension Liability 5,508,725 1,769,693 7,278,418
Total OPEB Liability 948,640 174,609 1,123,249
TOTAL LIABILITIES 40,318,394$ 33,046,803$ 73,365,197$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Unavailable Revenue - Property Taxes 5,875,439$ -$ 5,875,439$
Unavailable Revenue - Right-of-Use Leases - Lessor - 545,559 545,559
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF 426,822 120,253 547,075
Pension Expense/Revenue - Police Pension 1,783,585 - 1,783,585
OPEB Expense/Revenue 2,370,364 431,045 2,801,409
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 10,456,210$ 1,096,857$ 11,553,067$
NET POSITION
Net Investment in Capital Assets 91,764,145$ 46,377,371$ 138,141,516$
Restricted for:
Highways and Streets 1,608,945 - 1,608,945
Capital Projects 195,936 - 195,936
Special Service Areas 29 - 29
Tax Increment Financing 232,001 - 232,001
Unrestricted/(Deficit)(3,096,400) 11,434,486 8,338,086
TOTAL NET POSITION 90,704,656$ 57,811,857$ 148,516,513$
APRIL 30, 2023
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
GOVERNMENT-WIDE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Operating Capital
Charges for Grants and Grants and Governmental Business-Type
Expenses Services Contributions Contributions Activities Activities Total
Functions/Programs
Governmental Activities
General Office 8,125,923$ 5,593,799$ -$ 279,073$ (2,253,051)$ -$ (2,253,051)$
Public Safety 13,663,828 1,229,601 - - (12,434,227) - (12,434,227)
Public Works 7,469,021 - 46,113 494,644 (6,928,264) - (6,928,264)
Parks and Recreation 4,069,254 418,516 - - (3,650,738) - (3,650,738)
Interest and Fees on Long-Term Debt 689,635 - - - (689,635) - (689,635)
Depreciation - Unallocated 245,712 - - - (245,712) - (245,712)
34,263,373$ 7,241,916$ 46,113$ 773,717$ (26,201,627)$ -$ (26,201,627)$
Business-Type Activities
Water 2,196,433$ 3,405,570$ -$ -$ -$ 1,209,137$ 1,209,137$
Sewer 5,651,641 6,021,470 - - - 369,829 369,829
Utility Work 1,122,120 841 - - - (1,121,279) (1,121,279)
8,970,194$ 9,427,881$ -$ -$ -$ 457,687$ 457,687$
Total Primary Government 43,233,567$ 16,669,797$ 46,113$ 773,717$ (26,201,627)$ 457,687$ (25,743,940)$
General Revenues
Taxes
Property Tax, Levied for General Purposes 5,711,748$ -$ 5,711,748$
Intergovernmental
State Sales Tax 13,346,454 - 13,346,454
State Income Tax 4,384,429 - 4,384,429
State Motor Fuel Tax 1,503,741 - 1,503,741
Other Taxes 1,814,740 - 1,814,740
Unrestricted Investment Earnings 541,044 189,104 730,148
Gain on Sale of Capital Assets 13,200 6,000 19,200
Transfers 94,922 (94,922) -
Total General Revenues and Transfers 27,410,278$ 100,182$ 27,510,460$
Change in Net Position 1,208,651$ 557,869$ 1,766,520$
Net Position - May 1, 2022 90,357,329 57,253,988 147,611,317
Net Position Adjustment (Note 9)(861,324) - (861,324)
Net Position - April 30, 2023 90,704,656$ 57,811,857$ 148,516,513$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
GOVERNMENT-WIDE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
Net (Expense) Revenue and
Changes in Net PositionProgram Revenues
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Other Total
General Governmental Governmental
Fund Funds Funds
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents 14,948,173$ 3,376,949$ 18,325,122$
Deposit with Paying Agent - 32,240 32,240
Investments 2,055,728 1,510,620 3,566,348
Prepaid Items 173,819 - 173,819
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 443,728 28,517 472,245
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled 158,311 114,553 272,864
Property Taxes 5,017,348 858,091 5,875,439
Accrued Interest 3,121 9,884 13,005
Due from Other Governmental Units 3,176,525 152,276 3,328,801
Grants Receivable - 178,164 178,164
Cable Franchise Fee Receivable 122,912 - 122,912
Inventory 184,569 - 184,569
TOTAL ASSETS 26,284,234$ 6,261,294$ 32,545,528$
LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenditures 1,264,703$ 567,170$ 1,831,873$
Due to Other Governmental Units - 49,041 49,041
Due to Other Funds 133,401 - 133,401
Unearned Revenue 314,899 2,400 317,299
TOTAL LIABILITIES 1,713,003$ 618,611$ 2,331,614$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Unavailable Revenue - Property Taxes 5,017,348$ 858,091$ 5,875,439$
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 5,017,348$ 858,091$ 5,875,439$
FUND BALANCES
Nonspendable 173,819$ -$ 173,819$
Restricted for:
Capital Projects - 195,936 195,936
Highways and Streets - 1,608,945 1,608,945
Special Service Areas - 29 29
Tax Increment Financing - 232,001 232,001
Assigned for:
Alarm 1,106,887 - 1,106,887
Tourism 161,550 - 161,550
Band 11,040 - 11,040
Highways and Streets - 926,898 926,898
Capital Projects 8,050,248 1,878,224 9,928,472
Revolving Loan 302,408 - 302,408
Civil Defense 8,148 - 8,148
Debt Service - 7,611 7,611
Parks and Recreation - 114,087 114,087
Unassigned 9,739,783 (179,139) 9,560,644
TOTAL FUND BALANCES 19,553,883$ 4,784,592$ 24,338,475$
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES, AND FUND BALANCES 26,284,234$ 6,261,294$ 32,545,528$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
BALANCE SHEET
GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
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Total Fund Balances - Governmental Funds 24,338,475$
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the Statement of Net Position
are different because:
Capital assets used in governmental activities are not financial resources
and therefore are not reported in the funds.
Capital Assets, net of accumulated depreciation 96,526,534
Deferred charges and credits for debt issue discounts or premiums and
other debt issue costs are not financial resources and therefore are not
reported in the funds.
Bond Discounts, net of related amortization 182
Some liabilities are not due and payable in the current period and therefore
are not reported in the funds.
Bonds and Notes Payable (26,165,548)$
Bond Premiums, net of related amortization (32,169)
Accrued Interest on Long-Term Debt, net of receivable (221,236)
Compensated Absences (640,775)
Total OPEB Liability (948,640)
Net Pension Asset/(Liability) - IMRF (5,508,725)
Net Pension Asset/(Liability) - Police Pension (4,348,724)
(37,865,817)
Deferred pension and OPEB costs in governmental activities are not
financial resources and therefore are not reported in the funds.
Pension Deferred Outflows - Police Pension 6,729,641$
Pension Deferred Outflows - IMRF 3,744,278
Pension Deferred Inflows - Police Pension (1,783,585)
Pension Deferred Inflow - IMRF (426,822)
OPEB Deferred Outflows 1,485,888
OPEB Deferred Inflows (2,370,364)
7,379,036
Internal service funds are used by management to charge the cost of certain
activities, such as insurance and information technology, to individual funds.
The assets and liabilities of the internal service funds are included in
governmental activities in the government-wide Statement of Net Position
(net of amount allocated to business-type activities). Internal service fund
balances are not included in other reconciling items above except for
long-term debt and long-term pension items.
Current Assets 447,391$
Current Liabilities (121,145)
326,246
Net Position of Governmental Activities 90,704,656$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
RECONCILIATION OF THE BALANCE SHEET TO THE STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
APRIL 30, 2023
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Other Total
General Governmental Governmental
Fund Funds Funds
REVENUES
Local Taxes
Property Tax 4,975,755$ 735,993$ 5,711,748$
Intergovernmental
State Sales Tax 13,346,454 - 13,346,454
State Income Tax 4,384,429 - 4,384,429
State Replacement Tax 246,433 - 246,433
State Motor Fuel Tax - 1,503,741 1,503,741
State Pull Tab/Games Tax 1,312 - 1,312
Inter Track Wagering Tax 39,296 - 39,296
State Telecommunications Tax 198,361 - 198,361
State Grants - 474,644 474,644
Cannabis Use Tax 42,240 - 42,240
Federal Grants 1,841,293 - 1,841,293
Other Local Sources
Hotel/Motel Tax 243,574 - 243,574
Electric Use Tax - 1,043,524 1,043,524
Franchise Fees 379,078 - 379,078
Licenses and Permits 1,247,056 - 1,247,056
Fines and Forfeitures 451,894 - 451,894
Charges for Services 1,423,862 537,711 1,961,573
Interest 454,024 87,020 541,044
Local Grants 46,113 - 46,113
Miscellaneous
Rent 14,489 59,238 73,727
Royalties 175,000 - 175,000
Donations 13,348 265,725 279,073
Reimbursements 2,554,441 104,425 2,658,866
Other Miscellaneous 255,656 59,066 314,722
32,334,108$ 4,871,087$ 37,205,195$
EXPENDITURES
Current
General Office 4,897,571$ 163,187$ 5,060,758$
Public Safety 12,386,012 - 12,386,012
Public Works 4,189,954 182 4,190,136
Parks and Recreation 2,847,744 730,418 3,578,162
Capital Outlay 2,383,586 5,600,783 7,984,369
Debt Service
Principal 296,769 1,675,000 1,971,769
Interest and Fees 29,800 675,768 705,568
27,031,436$ 8,845,338$ 35,876,774$
EXCESS OR (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER EXPENDITURES 5,302,672$ (3,974,251)$ 1,328,421$
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES)
Transfers (2,018,294)$ 2,190,172$ 171,878$
Sale of City Property 13,200 - 13,200
(2,005,094)$ 2,190,172$ 185,078$
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCES 3,297,578$ (1,784,079)$ 1,513,499$
FUND BALANCES - MAY 1, 2022 17,117,629 6,568,671 23,686,300
FUND BALANCE ADJUSTMENT (Note 9)(861,324) - (861,324)
FUND BALANCES - APRIL 30, 2023 19,553,883$ 4,784,592$ 24,338,475$
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES
GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
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Net Change in Fund Balances - Total Governmental Funds 1,513,499$
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the Statement of Activities are different because:
Governmental funds report capital outlays as expenditures. However, in the Statement of
Activities the cost of those assets is allocated over their estimated useful lives and reported
as depreciation expense. This is the amount by which capital outlay exceeds depreciation
expense in the current period.
Depreciation Expense (3,387,313)$
Capital Outlays 4,823,587
1,436,274
Donated capital assets used in governmental activities are not current financial resources and
therefore are not reported as revenue in the governmental funds.20,000
Some revenue/expenses reported in the Statement of Activities do not provide/use current financial
resources and therefore are deferred in the governmental funds.
Prior Year Fund Deferred Grant Revenue (1,841,293)
Some expenses reported in the Statement of Activities do not require the use of current financial
resources and therefore are not reported as expenditures in governmental funds.
Accrued Interest on Long-Term Debt 7,743$
Bond Discount - Amortization (189)
Bond Premium - Amortization 8,378
Pension Expense - Police (1,756,911)
Pension Expense - IMRF (1,772,114)
OPEB Expense 190,758
Compensated Absences (11,189)
(3,333,524)
Employer Pension and OPEB Contributions are expensed in the fund financial statements but
are treated as a reduction in the Net Pension Liability on the government-wide financial
statements.
Pension Employer Contributions - IMRF 665,638$
Pension Employer Contributions - Police Pension 621,970
OPEB Employer Contributions 107,490
1,395,098
Repayment of long-term debt requires the use of current financial resources of governmental
funds and is therefore shown as an expenditure in the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures,
and Changes in Fund Balances, but the repayment reduces long-term liabilities in the
Statement of Net Position and is therefore not reported in the Statement of Activities.
Repayment of Long-Term Debt 1,971,768
Internal service funds are used by management to charge the costs of certain activities, such
as insurance and information technology, to individual funds. The net revenue of the internal
service funds is reported with governmental activities in the government-wide Statement of
Activities (net of amount allocated to business-type activities).
Change in Net Position (42,233)$
Pension Expense - IMRF (included in Pension - IMRF Expense above)58,100
IMRF Employer Contributions (included in IMRF Contributions above)(23,522)
OPEB Expense (included in OPEB Expense above)3,820
OPEB Employer Contributions (included in OPEB Employer Contributions above)(2,275)
Depreciation Expense (included in Change in Net Position above)52,939
46,829
Change in Net Position of Governmental Activities 1,208,651$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
RECONCILIATION OF THE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES TO THE STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
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Business Type Governmental
Activities -Activities -
Enterprise Fund Internal
Water and Sewer Service Funds
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents 4,899,474$ 338,029$
Investments 6,637,249 8,295
Prepaid Items 42,118 92,390
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 48,211 299
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled 1,333,209 8,238
Accrued Interest 14,187 140
Due from Other Governmental Units 97,714 -
Due from Other Funds 129,766 -
13,201,928$ 447,391$
Non-Current Assets
Right-of-Use Lease Receivable 504,581$ -$
Capital Assets
Land 2,208,117 -
Buildings 2,736,098 -
Systems and Equipment 112,701,173 716,613
Vehicles 1,679,661 -
Construction in Progress 92,944 -
Less: Accumulated Depreciation (42,364,333) (547,155)
77,558,241$ 169,458$
TOTAL ASSETS 90,760,169$ 616,849$
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF 1,054,909$ 122,761$
OPEB Expense/Revenue 270,205 31,444
TOTAL DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES 1,325,114$ 154,205$
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 238,775$ 37,384$
Security Deposits Held 3,000 -
Due to Other Funds - 1,273
Unearned Revenue - 82,488
Accrued Interest 242,629 -
Compensated Absences - Current 99,183 7,993
IEPA Loan Payable - Current 1,561,149 -
Bonds Payable - Current 441,517 -
2,586,253$ 129,138$
Non-Current Liabilities
IMRF Net Pension Liability 1,769,693$ 214,432$
Total OPEB Liability 174,609 14,992
IEPA Loan Payable (Net of Current Portion Shown Above)25,181,722 -
Bonds Payable (Net of Current Portion Shown Above)3,464,292 -
30,590,316$ 229,424$
TOTAL LIABILITIES 33,176,569$ 358,562$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF 120,253$ 13,994$
OPEB Expense/Revenue 431,045 50,161
Unavailable Revenue - Right-of-Use Leases - Lessor 545,559 -
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 1,096,857$ 64,155$
NET POSITION
Net Investment in Capital Assets 46,377,371$ 163,592$
Unrestricted/(Deficit)11,434,486 184,745
TOTAL NET POSITION 57,811,857$ 348,337$
APRIL 30, 2023
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
PROPRIETARY FUNDS
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Business Type Governmental
Activities -Activities -
Enterprise Fund Internal
Water and Sewer Service Funds
OPERATING REVENUES
Charges for Services
Customer Fees 5,712,050$ -$
Capital Fees 1,055,565 -
Debt Service Fees 2,346,224 -
Penalties 134,143 -
Water Meter Sales 20,650 -
Other 29,922 -
Internal Service Funds - 5,555,806
9,298,554$ 5,555,806$
OPERATING EXPENSES
Water Department
Personnel Salaries 432,534$ -$
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 233,500 -
Other Operating Expenses 849,256 -
Depreciation 647,212 -
Sewer Department
Personnel Salaries 790,937 -
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 515,086 -
Other Operating Expenses 1,474,307 -
Depreciation 2,157,391 -
Utility Work Department
Personnel Salaries 640,079 -
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 427,624 -
Other Operating Expenses 54,417 -
Internal Service Funds
Personnel Salaries - 221,138
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses - 3,686,832
Other Operating Expenses - 1,563,864
Depreciation - 52,939
8,222,343$ 5,524,773$
OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)1,076,211$ 31,033$
NON-OPERATING REVENUE/(EXPENSE)
Interest Income 136,664$ 3,690$
Unrealized Gain/Loss 52,440 -
Rental Income 82,810 -
Interest and Fees (747,851) -
Amortization 46,517 -
Gain/(Loss) on Sale of Fixed Asset 6,000 -
(423,420)$ 3,690$
INCOME/(LOSS) BEFORE CONTRIBUTIONS
AND TRANSFERS 652,791$ 34,723$
TRANSFERS (TO)/FROM OTHER FUNDS (94,922) (76,956)
CHANGE IN NET POSITION 557,869$ (42,233)$
NET POSITION - MAY 1, 2022 57,253,988 390,570
NET POSITION - APRIL 30, 2023 57,811,857$ 348,337$
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
PROPRIETARY FUNDS
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Business Type Governmental
Activities -Activities -
Enterprise Fund Internal
Water and Sewer Service Funds
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Receipts from Customers 9,391,967$ -$
Receipts from Employees for Services - (10,738)
Receipts from Other Funds for Services - 5,555,806
Payments to Suppliers for Goods and Services (3,573,878) (5,269,795)
Payments to Employees for Services (1,471,222) (180,669)
Payments to Other Funds for Services (2,390) (69,161)
Internal Activity - Payments (to)/from Other Funds (66,336) 1,273
Net Cash Provided/(Used) by Operating Activities 4,278,141$ 26,716$
CASH FLOWS FROM NON-CAPITAL FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Transfers (to)/from Other Funds (94,922)$ (76,956)$
Net Cash Provided/(Used) by Non-Capital Financing Activities (94,922)$ (76,956)$
CASH FLOWS FROM CAPITAL AND RELATED FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from the Sale of Capital Assets 6,000$ -$
Purchase of Capital Assets (561,808) (25,857)
Interest Paid on Capital Debt, Net of Rebate (763,811) -
Principal Paid on Capital Debt (1,902,513) (24,103)
Other Receipts/(Payments)57,113 -
Net Cash Provided/(Used) by Capital and Related Financing Activities (3,165,019)$ (49,960)$
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest on Cash and Cash Equivalents and Investments 123,115$ 3,548$
Purchase of Investments (3,961,121) -
Net Cash Provided/(Used) by Investing Activities (3,838,006)$ 3,548$
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (2,819,806)$ (96,652)$
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS BALANCE - MAY 1, 2022
(INCLUDING RESTRICTED CASH AND OVERDRAFTS)7,785,955 434,681
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS BALANCE - APRIL 30, 2023
(INCLUDING RESTRICTED CASH AND OVERDRAFTS)4,966,149$ 338,029$
RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS) TO NET
CASH PROVIDED/(USED) BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Operating Income/(Loss)1,076,211$ 31,033$
Adjustments to reconcile operating income to net cash
provided by operating activities:
Depreciation Expense 2,804,603 52,939
Change in assets, liabilities and deferred amounts:
Receivables, net (39,598) (4,423)
Prepaid Items (5,015) (11,118)
Accounts Payable and Other Payables (16,544) (71,522)
Unearned Revenue 66,675 (6,315)
Pension Liabilities 1,770,577 221,798
OPEB Liabilities 44,929 (2,828)
Deferred Pension Expenses/Revenues (1,484,082) (187,221)
Deferred OPEB Expenses/Revenue 60,385 4,373
Net Cash Provided/(Used) by Operating Activities 4,278,141$ 26,716$
NONCASH CAPITAL FINANCING ACTIVITIES -$ -$
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
PROPRIETARY FUNDS
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POLICE
PENSION CUSTODIAL
TRUST FUND FUNDS
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,162,974$ 42,364$
Investments, at fair value
Illinois Police Pension Consolidated Investment Fund 54,550,697 -
Receivables (Net of Allowance for Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled - 13,938
Due from General Fund 3,635 -
Due from Internal Service Fund 1,273 -
TOTAL ASSETS 55,718,579$ 56,302$
LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable 60$ 243$
TOTAL LIABILITIES 60$ 243$
NET POSITION
Restricted for Pensions 55,718,519$ -$
Restricted for Developers, Property Owners, and Others - 56,059
TOTLA NET POSITION 55,718,519$ 56,059$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
STATEMENT OF FIDUCIARY NET POSITION
FIDUCIARY FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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POLICE
PENSION CUSTODIAL
TRUST FUND FUNDS
ADDITIONS
Contributions
Employer 621,970$ -$
Plan Members 491,717 -
Developers, Property Owners, and Others - 34,573
Other Additions 16,531 -
Total Contributions 1,130,218$ 34,573$
Investment Income
Interest and Dividends 1,326,285$ 24$
Gain/(Loss) on Sale of Investments (5,542,682) -
Net Appreciation/(Depreciation) in Fair Value of Investments 4,572,665 -
356,268$ 24$
Less: Investment Management Fees 102,095 -
Net Investment Income 254,173$ 24$
TOTAL ADDITIONS 1,384,391$ 34,597$
DEDUCTIONS
Benefits 2,279,928$ -$
Administrative Expenses 23,631 -
Engineering and Legal Fees 353 34,573
TOTAL DEDUCTIONS 2,303,912$ 34,573$
CHANGE IN NET POSITION (919,521)$ 24$
NET POSITION - MAY 1, 2022 56,638,040 56,035
NET POSITION - APRIL 30, 2023 55,718,519$ 56,059$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FIDUCIARY NET POSITION
FIDUCIARY FUNDS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
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CITY OF McHENRY, ILLINOIS
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
APRIL 30, 2023
NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
City of McHenry, Illinois’ (City) financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP) as applied to local governmental units. The Governmental Accounting
Standards Board (GASB) is the accepted standard-setting body for establishing governmental
accounting and financial reporting principles. The most significant accounting policies used by the City
are discussed below.
A.Reporting Entity
The accompanying financial statements comply with the provisions of GASB statements, in that the
financial statements include all organizations, activities, and functions that comprise the City. Component
units are legally separate entities for which the City (the primary entity) is financially accountable.
Financial accountability is defined as the ability to appoint a voting majority of the organization’s
governing body and either (1) the City’s ability to impose its will over the organization or (2) the potential
that the organization will provide a financial benefit to, or impose a financial burden on, the City. Using
these criteria, the City has determined that the Police Pension Fund meets the above criteria. The Police
Pension Fund is blended into the City’s primary government financial statements as a fiduciary fund
although it remains a separate legal entity. In addition, the City is not included as a component unit in
any other governmental reporting entity as defined by GASB pronouncements.
B.Basic Financial Statements – Government-Wide Statements
The City’s basic financial statements include both government-wide (reporting the City as a whole) and
fund (reporting the City’s major funds) financial statements. Both the government-wide and fund financial
statements categorize primary activities as either governmental or business-type. The City’s general
office, public safety, public works, and parks and recreation services are classified as governmental
activities. The City’s water and sewer services are classified as business-type activities.
In the government-wide Statement of Net Position, both the governmental and business-type activities
columns (a) are presented on a consolidated basis by column, and (b) are reported on a full accrual,
economic resource basis, which recognizes all long-term assets and receivables as well as long-term
debt and obligations. The City’s net position is reported in three parts – net investment in capital assets;
restricted net position; and unrestricted net position. The City first utilizes restricted resources to finance
qualifying activities.
The government-wide Statement of Activities reports both the gross and net cost of each of the City’s
functions and business-type activities. The functions are also supported by general government
revenues (property taxes, sales taxes, unrestricted investment earnings, etc.). The Statement of
Activities reduces gross expenses (including depreciation) by related program revenues, operating and
capital grants. Program revenues must be directly associated with the function (public safety, public
works, parks and recreation, etc.) or a business-type activity. Program revenues include charges to
customers or applicants who purchase, use, or directly benefit from goods, services, or privileges
provided by a given function or segment. Program revenues also include grants and contributions that
are restricted to meeting the operational or capital requirements of a particular function or segment.
Operating grants include operating-specific and discretionary (either operating or capital) grants while
the capital grants column reflects capital-specific grants. In the process of aggregating data for the
government-wide financial statements, some amounts reported as interfund activity and balances were
eliminated or reclassified. Interfund services provided and used are not eliminated in the process of
consolidation.
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The net costs (by function or business-type activity) are normally covered by general revenue (property
taxes, sales taxes, unrestricted investment earnings, etc.).
The City does not allocate indirect costs.
This government-wide focus is more on the sustainability of the City as an entity and the change in the
City’s net position resulting from the current year’s activities.
C. Basic Financial Statements – Fund Financial Statements
The financial transactions of the City are reported in individual funds in the fund financial statements.
Each fund is accounted for by providing a separate set of self-balancing accounts that comprise its
assets, liabilities, reserves, fund equity, revenues, and expenditures/expenses. The various funds are
reported by generic classification within the financial statements.
The emphasis in fund financial statements is on the major funds in either the governmental or business-
type activities categories. Nonmajor funds by category are summarized into a single column. GASB
Statement No. 34 sets forth minimum criteria (percentage of the assets, liabilities, revenues, or
expenditures/expenses of either fund category or the governmental and enterprise combined) for the
determination of major funds.
The following fund types are used by the City:
1. Governmental Funds
The focus of the governmental funds’ measurement (in the fund statements) is upon determination of
financial position and changes in financial position (sources, uses, and balances of financial resources)
rather than upon net income. The City reports these governmental funds and fund types:
General Fund – The General Fund is the general operating fund of the City. It is used to account for all
financial resources except those required to be accounted for in another fund. The Annexation, Alarm
Board, Band, Civil Defense, Revolving Loan, Tourism, and Employee Flex Funds are included in this
fund.
Special Revenue Funds – The Special Revenue Funds are used to account for the proceeds of specific
revenue sources that are legally restricted to expenditures for specified purposes.
Debt Service Fund – The Debt Service Fund is used to account for the accumulation of funds for the
periodic payment of principal, interest, and related fees on general long-term debt.
Capital Projects Funds – The Capital Projects Funds are used to account for financial resources to be
used for the acquisition or construction of major capital facilities (other than those financed by business-
type/proprietary funds).
The activities reported in these funds are reported as governmental activities in the government-wide
financial statements.
2. Proprietary Fund Types
The focus of proprietary fund measurement is upon determination of operating income, changes in net
position, financial position, and cash flows. The generally accepted accounting principles applicable are
those similar to businesses in the private sector. The City reports the following proprietary fund types:
Enterprise Funds – Enterprise Funds are required to be used to account for operations for which a fee is
charged to external users for goods or services and the activity is financed with debt that is solely secured
by a pledge of the net revenues. The activities reported in these funds are reported as business-type
activities in the government-wide financial statements.
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Internal Service Funds – Internal Service Funds are used to account for the financing of goods or services
provided by an activity to other departments or funds of the City on a cost-reimbursement basis. Because
the principal users of the internal services are the City’s governmental activities, the financial statement
of the Internal Service Fund is consolidated into the governmental column when presented in the
government-wide financial statements.
3. Fiduciary Fund Types
Fiduciary Funds are used to report assets held in a trustee or custodial capacity for others and therefore
are not available to support City programs. The reporting focus is on net position and changes in net
position and is reported using accounting principles similar to proprietary funds.
The City’s Fiduciary Funds are presented in the Fiduciary Fund financial statements by type (pension
and custodial). Since by definition these assets are being held for the benefit of a third party (pension
participants, developers, etc.) and cannot be used to address activities or obligations of the City, these
funds are not incorporated into the government-wide statements.
D. Basis of Accounting
Basis of accounting refers to the point at which revenues or expenditures/expenses are recognized in
the accounts and reported in the financial statements. It relates to the timing of the measurements made
regardless of the measurement focus applied.
1. Accrual
Both governmental and business-type activities in the government-wide financial statements and the
proprietary and fiduciary fund financial statements are presented on the accrual basis of accounting.
Property tax revenues are recognized in the period for which levied. Other nonexchange revenues,
including intergovernmental revenues and grants, are reported when all eligibility requirements are met.
Fees and charges and other exchange revenues are recognized when earned and expenses are
recognized when incurred.
2. Modified Accrual
The governmental fund financial statements are presented on the modified accrual basis of accounting.
Under the modified accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recorded when susceptible to accrual; i.e.,
both measurable and available. “Available” means collectible within the current period or within 60 days
after year-end. Property tax revenues are recognized in the period for which levied provided they are
also available. Intergovernmental revenues and grants are recognized when all eligibility requirements
are met and the revenues are available. Expenditures are recognized when the related liability is
incurred. Exceptions to this general rule include principal and interest on general obligation long-term
debt and employee vacation and sick leave, which are recognized when due and payable.
E. Cash and Cash Equivalents and Investments
Separate bank accounts are not maintained for all of the City’s funds. Instead, the funds maintain their
uninvested cash balances in common checking accounts, with accounting records being maintained to
show the portion of the common bank account balances attributable to each participating fund.
Occasionally certain of the funds participating in the common bank accounts will incur overdrafts (deficits)
in the accounts. Such overdrafts in effect constitute cash borrowed from other City funds and are,
therefore, interfund loans that have not been authorized by City Board action.
The following funds incurred overdraft balances at April 30, 2023:
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Audit Fund 536$
Rec reation Center Fund 260,833
Capital Improvements Fund 781,040
Debt Service Fund 40,993
SSA #4 Lakewood Fund 382
SSA #6 Huntersville Fund 179,115
1,262,899$ Cash and cash equivalents are considered to be cash on hand, demand deposits, and short-term
investments with an original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition.
Investments are stated at fair value. Fair value is determined by quoted market prices. Gains or losses
on the sale of investments are recognized as they are incurred.
F. Receivables
Receivables are reported net of estimated uncollectible amounts. No property tax receivable allowance
is recorded as the City receives approximately 100% of the amount levied. The allowance for water and
sewer accounts receivable is $53,512 and all other allowances for other accounts receivable is $555,624.
G. Prepaid Items
Prepaid items are for payments made by the City in the current year for goods and services received in
the subsequent fiscal year.
H. Inventories
Inventories consist of the cost of unused salt for the roads. The salt inventory as of April 30, 2023 is
$184,569.
I. Interfund Activity
Interfund activity is reported either as loans, services provided, reimbursements or transfers. Loans are
reported as interfund receivables and payables as appropriate and are subject to elimination upon
consolidation. Services provided, deemed to be at market or near market rates, are treated as revenues
and expenditures/expenses.
Reimbursements are when one fund incurs a cost, charges the appropriate benefiting fund and reduces
its related cost as a reimbursement. All other interfund transactions are treated as transfers. Transfers
between governmental or between proprietary funds are netted as part of the reconciliation to the
government-wide financial statements.
J. Capital Assets
Capital assets purchased or acquired with an original cost of $5,000 or more, and $10,000 or more for
construction projects, are reported at historical cost or estimated historical cost. Donated capital assets,
donated works of art and similar items, and capital assets received in a service concession arrangement
are reported at acquisition value. Additions, improvements and other capital outlays that significantly
extend the useful life of an asset are capitalized. Other costs incurred for repairs and maintenance are
expensed as incurred. Depreciation on all assets is provided on the straight-line half-year basis over the
following estimated useful lives:
Vehicles 5-15 years
Sy stems and Equipment 5-40 years
Building and Improvements 5-62 years
Infrastructure 10-40 years
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GASB Statement No. 34 required the City to report and depreciate new infrastructure assets effective as
of May 1, 2003. Infrastructure assets include roads, bridges, underground pipe (other than related to
utilities), traffic signals, etc. These infrastructure assets constitute the largest asset class of the City.
K. Deferred Outflows and Inflows of Resources
In addition to assets and liabilities, the Balance Sheets and Statements of Net Position will sometimes
report separate sections for deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources. Deferred
outflows of resources represent a consumption of net position that applies to a future period and so will
not be recognized as an outflow of resource until then. Deferred inflows of resources represent an
acquisition of net position that applies to a future period and so will not be recognized as an inflow of
resource until that time.
L. Compensated Absences
The City accrues accumulated unpaid vacation and associated employee-related costs when earned (or
estimated to be earned) by the employee. The noncurrent portion (the amount estimated to be used in
subsequent fiscal years) for governmental funds is reported only as a general long-term debt obligation
in the government-wide Statement of Net Position and represents a reconciling item between the fund
and government-wide presentations. In accordance with the provisions of Statement of Financial
Accounting Standards No. 43, “Accounting for Compensated Absences”, no liability is recorded for
nonvesting accumulating rights to receive sick pay benefits.
M. Long-Term Obligations
In the government-wide financial statements and proprietary fund financial statements, long-term debt
and other long-term obligations are reported as liabilities in the applicable governmental activities or
business-type activities and proprietary fund Statement of Net Position. Bond premiums and discounts
are amortized over the life of the bonds on a straight-line basis, rather than expensed in the current year.
Bonds payable are reported net of the applicable bond premium or discount. Bond issuance costs are
reported as debt service expenditures in the year they occur.
In the fund financial statements, governmental funds recognize bond premiums and discounts, as well
as bond issuance costs, during the current period. The face amount of debt issued is reported as other
financing sources. Premiums received on debt issuances are reported as other financing sources while
discounts on debt issuances are reported as other financing uses. Issuance costs, whether or not
withheld from the actual debt proceeds received, are reported as debt service expenditures.
N. Government-Wide and Proprietary Fund Net Position
Government-wide and proprietary fund net position is divided into three components:
1. Net investment in capital assets – consists of the historical cost of capital assets less accumulated
depreciation and less any debt that remains outstanding that was used to finance those assets.
2. Restricted net position – consists of net position that is restricted by the City’s creditors (for example,
through debt covenants), by the state enabling legislation (through restrictions on shared revenues),
by grantors (both federal and state), and by other contributors.
3. Unrestricted – all other net position is reported in this category.
O. Governmental Fund Balances
Governmental fund balances are divided between nonspendable and spendable.
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Nonspendable fund balances are balances that cannot be spent because they are not expected to be
converted to cash or they are legally or contractually required to remain intact.
The spendable fund balances are arranged in a hierarchy based on spending constraints.
1. Restricted – Restricted fund balances are restricted when constraints are placed on the use by
either (a) external creditors, grantors, contributors, or laws or regulations of other governments or
(b) law through constitutional provisions or enabling legislation.
2. Committed – Committed fund balances are amounts that can only be used for specific purposes as
a result of constraints of the City Council. Committed amounts cannot be used for any other
purpose unless the City Council removes those constraints by taking the same type of action (e.g.
legislation, resolution, ordinance). Committed fund balances differ from restricted balances
because the constraints on their use do not come from outside parties, constitutional provisions, or
enabling legislation.
3. Assigned – Assigned fund balances are amounts that are constrained by the City’s intent to be used
for specific purposes but are neither restricted nor committed. Intent is expressed by an appointed
body (e.g. a budget or finance committee) or official to which the Board of Trustees has delegated
the authority to assign, modify or rescind amounts to be used for specific purposes. Pursuant to
resolution #R-12-019 by the City Council, the Finance Director has been delegated this authority,
with the advice and consent of the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Assigned fund balances also include (a) all remaining amounts that are reported in governmental
funds (other than the General Fund) that are not classified as nonspendable, restricted or
committed, and (b) amounts in the General Fund that are intended to be used for a specific purpose.
Specific amounts that are not restricted or committed in a special revenue fund are assigned for
purposes in accordance with the nature of their fund type. Assignment within the General Fund
conveys that the intended use of those amounts is for a specific purpose that is narrower than the
general purpose of the City itself. All assigned fund balances are the residual amounts of the fund.
4. Unassigned – Unassigned fund balance is the residual classification for the General Fund. This
classification represents the General Fund balance that has not been assigned to other funds, and
that has not been restricted, committed, or assigned to specific purposes within the General Fund.
This classification is also used to represent negative fund balances in other funds.
The City permits funds to be expended in the following order: Restricted, Committed, Assigned and
Unassigned.
P. Minimum Fund Balance
The City has adopted a formal minimum fund balance policy. For the General, Recreation Center, and
Information Technology Funds, fund balance will be maintained at 120 days of estimated operating
expenditures. If the balance falls below this minimum a plan will be developed to return to the minimum
balance within a reasonable period of time. Funds in excess of the minimum may be considered for the
funding of one-time, nonrecurring expenditures, assigned for future capital activities, or used for the
funding of other long-term obligations.
Q. Property Tax Calendar and Revenues
The City’s property tax is levied each calendar year on all taxable real property located in the City’s district
on or before the last Tuesday in December. The 2022 levy was passed by the Board on
December 19, 2022. Property taxes attach as an enforceable lien on property as of January 1 of the
calendar year they are for and are payable in two installments early in June and early in September of
the following calendar year. The City receives significant distributions of tax receipts approximately one
month after these dates.
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R. Lease Arrangements
The City recognizes a right-to-use liability and a right-to-use asset for various lease agreements in the
government-wide financial statements.
At the commencement of a lease, the City initially measures the right-to-use liability at the present value
of payments expected to be made during the agreement term. Subsequently, the right-to-use liability is
reduced by the principal portion payments made. The right-to-use asset is initially measured as the initial
amount of the right-to-use liability, adjusted for payments made at or before the commencement date,
plus certain initial direct costs. Subsequently, the right-to-use asset is amortized on a straight-line basis
over the term of the lease agreement. Key estimates and judgments related to lease agreements include
how the City determines (1) the discount rate it uses to discount the expected payments to present value,
(2) lease term, and (3) lease payments.
The City currently does not have any material lessee lease agreements that fall under this type of
arrangement.
The City is a lessor for a lease related to the use of a cell tower by a mobile phone carrier. At the
commencement of the lease, the District initially measures the lease receivable at the present value of
payments expected to be made during the lease term. Subsequently, the lease receivable is reduced by
the principal portion of lease payments made. The unavailable lease revenue is initially measured as the
initial amount of the lease receivable. Subsequently, the unavailable lease revenue is recognized on a
straight-line basis over the lease term. Key estimates and judgments related to leases include how the
District determines (1) the discount rate it uses to discount the expected lease payments to present value,
(2) lease term, and (3) lease payments.
The City uses the interest rate charged by the lessor as the discount rate. When the interest rate charged
by the lessor is not provided, the City uses its estimated incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate
for lease agreements.
The term includes the noncancellable period of the lease agreement. Payments included in the
measurement of the right-to-use liability are composed of fixed payments and purchase option prices that
the City is reasonably certain to exercise.
The City monitors changes in circumstances that would require a remeasurement of its lease agreements
and will remeasure the right-to-use asset and liability if certain changes occur that are expected to
significantly affect the amount of the right-to-use liability. Right-to-use assets are reported with Capital
Assets and right-to-use liabilities are reported with Long Term Liabilities on the Statement of Net Position.
S. Defining Operating Revenues and Expenses
The City’s proprietary funds distinguish between operating and nonoperating revenues and expenses.
Operating revenues and expenses of the City’s Water and Sewer Fund consist of charges for services
(including tap fees for the water function and systems development charges for the sewer function) and
the costs of providing those services, including depreciation and excluding interest cost. All other revenue
and expenses are reported as nonoperating.
T. Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles
requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the
financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.
NOTE 2 - DEPOSITS, INVESTMENTS, AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Deposits with financial institutions are fully insured or collateralized by securities held in the City’s name.
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The City is allowed to invest in securities as authorized by the Illinois Compiled Statutes, Chapter 30, Act
235/Articles 2 and 6, and Chapter 40, Act 5/Article 3 – Pensions.
Investments
The Police Pension Fund holds all investments within the Illinois Police Officers’ Pension Investment
Fund (IPOPIF). IPOPIF was created by Public Act 101-0610 and codified within the Illinois Pension
Code, becoming effective January 1, 2020, to streamline investments and eliminate unnecessary and
redundant administrative costs, thereby ensuring assets are available to fund pension benefits for the
beneficiaries of the participating pension funds as defined in 40 ILCS 5/22B-105. Participation in IPOPIF
by Illinois suburban and downstate police pension funds is mandatory and investments were contributed
to the IPOPIF Investment Fund on August 1, 2022. IPOPIF’s investment police was originally adopted
by the Board of Trustees on December 17, 2021. IPOPIF has the authority to invest trust fund assets in
any type of security subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in the Illinois Pension Code and
is not restricted by the Pension Code sections that pertained exclusively to the Article 3 participating
police pension funds.
As of April 30, 2023, the City and Police Pension had the following investments, maturities, and fair value
measurements:
City
Credit Quality/ Segmented Time Net Asset
Types of investments Ratings Distribution Amount Lev el 1 Level 2 Value (NAV)
Debt Securities:
U.S. Treasury Securities Not Rated less than 1 year 8,160,308$ 8,160,308$ -$ -$
External Investment Pools AAAmmf less than 1 year 21,299,653 - - 21,299,653
Certificates of Deposit N/A less than 1 year 1,729,354 - 1,729,354 -
Certificates of Deposit N/A 1 to 5 years 322,228 - 322,228 -
Total Debt Securities 31,511,543$ 8,160,308$ 2,051,582$ 21,299,653$
Total Investments 31,511,543$ 8,160,308$ 2,051,582$ 21,299,653$
Fair Value Measurement Using
Police Pension
Credit Quality/ Segmented Time Net Asset
Types of investments Ratings Distribution Amount Level 1 Level 2 Value (NAV)
External Investment Pool AAAmmf less than 1 year 415,414$ -$ -$ 415,414$
IPOPIF Consolidated Investment Fund Not Rated less than 1 year 54,550,697 - - 54,550,697
Total Investments 54,966,111$ -$ -$ 54,966,111$
Fair Value Measurement Using
The City and Police Pension Fund categorizes its fair value measurements within the fair value hierarchy
established by generally accepted accounting principles. The hierarchy is based on the valuation inputs
used to measure the fair value of the asset. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical
assets; debt securities and certificates of deposit classified in Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy are valued
using a matrix pricing technique. Matrix pricing is used to value securities based on the securities’
relationship to benchmark quoted prices; Level 3 inputs are significant unobservable inputs.
Debt and equity securities classified in Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy are valued using prices quoted
in active markets for those securities. Debt securities and certificates of deposit classified in Level 2 of
the fair value hierarchy are valued using a matrix pricing technique. Matrix pricing is used to value
securities based on the securities’ relationship to benchmark quoted prices.
The Police Pension Fund held no investments subject to fair value measurement as of April 30, 2023.
The Police Pension Fund’s pooled investment in IPOPIF, as noted in the table above, is valued at Net
Asset Value per share. The pooled investments consist of the investments as noted in the target
allocation table available at www.ipopif.org under Governing Documents, Policies, and Investment Policy
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Statement. Investments in IPOPIF are valued at IPOPIF’s share price, which is the amount it would cost
to buy the shares in the investment pool.
The fair value of investments in the External Investment Pools is the same as the value of pool shares.
The External Investment Pools are not SEC-registered but have regulatory oversight through the State
of Illinois.
Interest Rate Risk. The City will minimize the risk that the market value of securities in the portfolio will
fall due to changes in general interest rates, by:
• Structuring the investment portfolio so that securities mature to meet cash requirements for ongoing
operations, thereby avoiding the need to sell securities on the open market prior to maturity.
• Investing operating funds primarily in shorter-term securities, money market mutual funds, or similar
investment pools.
Credit Risk. The City minimizes credit risk, the risk of loss due to the failure of the security issuer or
backer, by:
• Limiting investments to the safest type of securities.
• Pre-qualifying the financial institutions, brokers/dealers, intermediaries, and advisers with which the
City will do business.
• Diversifying the investment portfolio so that potential losses on individual securities will be
minimized.
Concentration of Credit Risk. The City places no specific limit on the amount the City may invest in any
one issuer. There are currently no investments in any one organization that represent 5% or more of the
City’s total investments.
NOTE 3 - CAPITAL ASSETS
Capital asset activity for the year ended April 30, 2023 was as follows:
Balance Balance
May 1, 2022 Increases Decreases April 30, 2023
Governmental Activities
Capital Assets not being depreciated
Land 42,664,844$ 986,660$ -$ 43,651,504$
Art and Historical Treasures 1,658,927 - - 1,658,927
Intangibles 300,000 - - 300,000
Construction in Progress 1,463,648 2,715,606 2,347,275 1,831,979
Total Capital Assets not being depreciated 46,087,419$ 3,702,266$ 2,347,275$ 47,442,410$
Other Capital Assets
Land Improvements 7,040,320$ 637,489$ -$ 7,677,809$
Buildings 18,705,237 1,017,304 - 19,722,541
Vehicles 4,864,400 618,251 54,499 5,428,152
Equipment 4,868,609 337,740 11,633 5,194,716
Infrastructure 83,790,172 903,668 - 84,693,840
Total Other Capital Assets at Historical Cost 119,268,738$ 3,514,452$ 66,132$ 122,717,058$
Less Accumulated Depreciation for:
Land Improvements 4,456,045$ 275,255$ -$ 4,731,300$
Buildings 6,352,318 445,571 - 6,797,889
Vehicles 3,290,156 381,825 54,499 3,617,482
Equipment 3,400,430 300,546 11,633 3,689,343
Infrastructure 52,812,804 1,984,116 - 54,796,920
Total Accumulated Depreciation 70,311,753$ 3,387,313$ 66,132$ 73,632,934$
Other Capital Assets, Net 48,956,985$ 127,139$ -$ 49,084,124$
Governmental Activities Capital Assets, Net 95,044,404$ 3,829,405$ 2,347,275$ 96,526,534$
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Balance Balance
May 1, 2022 Increases Decreases April 30, 2023
Business-Type Activities
Capital Assets not being depreciated
Land 2,208,117$ -$ -$ 2,208,117$
Construction in Progress 57,193 130,739 94,988 92,944
Total Capital Assets not being depreciated 2,265,310$ 130,739$ 94,988$ 2,301,061$
Other Capital Assets
Buildings 2,736,098$ -$ -$ 2,736,098$
Vehicles 1,702,060 16,233 38,632 1,679,661
Systems and Equipment 112,191,349 509,824 - 112,701,173
Total Other Capital Assets at Historical Cost 116,629,507$ 526,057$ 38,632$ 117,116,932$
Less Accumulated Depreciation for:
Buildings 2,374,892$ 26,505$ -$ 2,401,397$
Vehicles 923,312 67,048 38,632 951,728
Systems and Equipment 36,300,158 2,711,050 - 39,011,208
Total Accumulated Depreciation 39,598,362$ 2,804,603$ 38,632$ 42,364,333$
Other Capital Assets, Net 77,031,145$ (2,278,546)$ -$ 74,752,599$
Business-Type Activities Capital Assets, Net 79,296,455$ (2,147,807)$ 94,988$ 77,053,660$
Depreciation expense was charged to functions as follows:
NOTE 4 - NET INVESTMENT IN CAPITAL ASSET CALCULATION
Net investment in capital asset calculation as of April 30, 2023 was as follows:
Governmental Activities
Capital Assets, Net of Accumulated Depreciation 96,526,534$
Less:
Capital Related Debt (4,057,535)
Capital Assets in Accounts Payable (704,854)
Investment in Capital Assets 91,764,145$
Business-Type Activities
Capital Assets, Net of Accumulated Depreciation 77,053,660$
Less:
Capital Related Debt (30,648,680)
Capital Assets in Accounts Payable (27,609)
Investment in Capital Assets 46,377,371$
NOTE 5 - LONG-TERM LIABILITY ACTIVITY
Long-term liability activity for the year ended April 30, 2023 was as follows:
Governmental Activities
Public Safety 365,184$
Public Works 2,274,259
Parks and Recreation 502,158
Unallocated 245,712
Total Governmental Activities Depreciation Expense 3,387,313$
Business-Type Activities
Water 647,212$
Sewer 2,157,391
Total Business-Type Activities Depreciation Expense 2,804,603$
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Amounts
Balance Balanc e Due Within
May 1, 2022 Additions Retirements April 30, 2023 One Year
Governmental Activities
Bonds and Notes Payable
General Obligation Bonds 27,205,000$ -$ 1,675,000$ 25,530,000$ 1,695,000$
Unamortized Bond Discount (371) 189 - (182) (182)
Unamortized Bond Premium 40,547 - 8,378 32,169 8,378
Note Payable 956,419 - 320,871 635,548 328,690
Total Bonds and Notes Payable 28,201,595$ 189$ 2,004,249$ 26,197,535$ 2,031,886$
Other Long-Term Liabilities
Compensated Absences 625,240$ 640,775$ 625,240$ 640,775$ 640,775$
Total Other Long-Term Liabilities 625,240$ 640,775$ 625,240$ 640,775$ 640,775$
Governmental Activities Long-Term
Obligations 28,826,835$ 640,964$ 2,629,489$ 26,838,310$ 2,672,661$
Business-Type Activities
Bonds and Notes Payable
Gener al Obligation Bonds 3,995,000$ -$ 370,000$ 3,625,000$ 395,000$
IEPA Revolving Loan Fund 28,275,383 - 1,532,512 26,742,871 1,561,149
Unamortized Bond Premium 327,327 - 46,518 280,809 46,517
Total Bonds and Notes Payable 32,597,710$ -$ 1,949,030$ 30,648,680$ 2,002,666$
Other Long-Term Liabilities
Compensated Absences 98,664$ 99,183$ 98,664$ 99,183$ 99,183$
Total Other Long-Term Liabilities 98,664$ 99,183$ 98,664$ 99,183$ 99,183$
Business-Type Activities Long-Term
Obligations 32,696,374$ 99,183$ 2,047,694$ 30,747,863$ 2,101,849$
Bonds and notes payable consisted of the following at April 30, 2023:
Maturity Interest Fac e Carrying
Date Rate Amount Amount
Governmental Activities
General Obligation Bonds 2012 12/15/2027 2.00% - 2.50%850,000$ 320,000$
General Obligation Bonds 2013 5/1/2027 0.40% - 2.75%415,000 170,000
General Obligation Bonds 2015 12/15/2035 2.00% - 3.25%6,375,000 2,900,000
General Obligation Bonds 2020B 4/30/2040 0.849% - 3.376%24,265,000 22,140,000
Note Payable 2/20/2024 3.50%574,171 65,477
4 parcels of land pledged as collateral to this loan
Note Payable 5/25/2024 3.10%1,300,151 570,071
26 vehicles pledged as collateral to this loan
Capital Lease - Dell Financial 7/31/2022 0.00%72,310 -
Total 33,851,632$ 26,165,548$
Business-Type Activities
General Obligation Bonds 2012 12/15/2032 2.00% - 2.80%2,250,000$ 1,285,000$
General Obligation Bonds 2020A 4/30/2030 4.00%2,855,000 2,340,000
IEPA Revolving Loan Fund 12/30/2037 1.86%31,507,182 26,742,871
Total 36,612,182$ 30,367,871$
At April 30, 2023, the annual debt service requirements to service all long-term debt attributable to
governmental activities are:
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Year Ending April 30 Principal Interest Total
2024 2,023,690$ 670,482$ 2,694,172$
2025 1,996,460 636,599 2,633,059
2026 1,565,398 600,660 2,166,058
2027 1,560,000 573,793 2,133,793
2028 1,595,000 543,817 2,138,817
2029 - 2033 6,770,000 2,221,895 8,991,895
2034 - 2038 7,485,000 1,243,344 8,728,344
2039 - 2040 3,170,000 161,372 3,331,372
26,165,548$ 6,651,962$ 32,817,510$ At April 30, 2023 the annual debt service requirements to service all long-term debt attributable to
business-type activities are:
Year Ending April 30 Principal Interest Total
2024 1,956,149$ 616,099$ 2,572,248$
2025 2,005,322 573,217 2,578,539
2026 2,050,039 529,084 2,579,123
2027 2,100,312 483,509 2,583,821
2028 2,156,151 436,650 2,592,801
2029 - 2033 10,348,882 1,472,943 11,821,825
2034 - 2038 9,751,016 505,689 10,256,705
30,367,871$ 4,617,191$ 34,985,062$ Industrial Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2016A and 2016B
During fiscal year 2017, the City issued Industrial Development Revenue Bonds on behalf of Fabrik
Industries. The bonds are not obligations of the City; therefore, the City does not record the assets or
liabilities resulting from the bond issuance as its primary function is to arrange financing between Fabrik
and the bond holders. All funds are controlled by the trustee of the bonds (American Community Bank &
Trust). The original issue of the bonds aggregated to $7,500,000, and at April 30, 2023 the outstanding
balance on the bonds was $1,114,812.
Long-term liabilities are being repaid from the following funds:
Obligation Fund
Governmental Activities
General Obligation Bonds General Fund, Annexation Fund, Capital Improvements Fund,
TIF Fund, Recreation Center Fund, Water and Sewer Fund
Note Payable General Fund, Tourism Fund, Information Technology Fund
Compensated Absences General Fund, Information Technology Fund
Business-Type Activities
General Obligation Bonds Water and Sewer Fund
IEPA Revolving Loan Fund Water and Sewer Fund
Compensated Absences Water and Sewer Fund
NOTE 6 - RESTRICTED EQUITY
The following amounts are restricted equity balances at April 30, 2023:
Restricted Restricted
Restricted for Net Position Fund Balance
Governmental Activities/Governmental Funds
Highways and Streets 1,608,945$ 1,608,945$
Capital Projects 195,936 195,936
Special Service Areas 29 29
Tax Increment Financing 232,001 232,001
2,036,911$ 2,036,911$
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NOTE 7 - DESIGNATED NET POSITION
City management has designated certain Water and Sewer Fund revenues to be used only for debt
service. The amount designated at April 30, 2023 was $4,998,159.
NOTE 8 - DEFICIT FUND BALANCE
At April 30, 2023 a deficit fund balance existed in the following funds:
Audit Fund 24$
SSA #6 Huntersville Fund 179,115
179,139$
NOTE 9 - NET POSITION/FUND BALANCE ADJUSTMENT
During the year, the City made the following net position/fund balance adjustments:
Governmental Funds Fund Balance
General Fund
Adjustment to reverse FY'22 Income Tax Accrual (861,324)$
Governmental Activities Net Position
Adjustment to reverse FY'22 Income Tax Accrual (861,324)$
In prior years, the City accrued two months of income and personal property from the State of Illinois. In
the current year, the City began recognizing these revenues based on when the state has vouchered or
allocated these payments as these amounts are not derived tax revenues at the local government level.
Instead, these revenues fall in line with a voluntary non-exchange transaction, in which eligibility then
availability requirements should both be determined before recognizing the revenue. In the case of
revenues, these eligibility and availability requirements are not met until the month the funds are
vouchered by the state. Due to this, a fund balance adjustment and corresponding net position
adjustment were made for the prior year accrual amount noted above, as these eligibility requirements
were not met in the prior year as well.
NOTE 10 - PROPERTY TAXES
Property taxes receivable and unavailable revenue recorded in these financial statements, in the amount
of $5,875,439, are from the 2022 tax levy. The unavailable revenue is 100% of the 2022 tax levy. These
taxes are unavailable as none of the taxes are collected before the end of the fiscal year and the City
does not consider the amounts to be available and does not budget for their use in fiscal year 2023. The
City has determined that 100% of the amounts collected for the 2021 levy ($5,711,748) are allocable for
use in fiscal year 2023 and, therefore, are recorded in these financial statements as property taxes
revenue. A summary of the assessed valuation, rates, and extensions for the years 2022, 2021, and
2020 follows:
Tax Year
Assessed Valuation
Rates Extensions Rates Extensions Rates Extensions
General 0.0427 364,100$ 0.0524 410,155$ 0.0344 255,869$
Bond 0.1953 1,665,073 0.2129 1,839,230 0.2241 1,667,294
Police Protection 0.0643 547,962 0.0701 547,965 0.0737 547,966
Insurance 0.0586 499,995 0.0639 499,998 0.0672 499,999
Retirement 0.0468 399,202 0.0510 399,197 0.0537 399,198
Social Security 0.0661 563,752 0.0721 563,749 0.0758 563,751
Audit 0.0031 26,431 0.0034 26,428 0.0036 26,431
Police Pension 0.0788 671,460 0.0800 625,607 0.0885 658,311
Total Taxes Extended 0.5557 4,737,975$ 0.6058 4,912,329$ 0.6209 4,618,819$
2020
$743,912,520
2022
$864,035,912
2021
$782,126,233
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Tax Year
Rates Ex tensions Rates Extensions Rates Extensions
Road and Bridge
(from Townships)- 305,803$ - 292,407$ - 273,254$
Special Service Area #4A - 15,580$ - 15,580$ - 16,123$
Tax Increment Financing - 816,081$ - 732,268$ - 680,014$
202020222021
NOTE 11 - EXCESS OF EXPENDITURES OVER BUDGET
For the year ended April 30, 2023, the following funds had expenditures that exceeded the budget:
Fund Budget Actual
Audit $ 51,000 $ 51,825 825$
Recreation Center 551,463 606,912 55,449
Capital Asset Maintenance and Replacement 177,515 179,313 1,798
Excess of Actual
Over Budget
NOTE 12 - ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT FUND
A. Plan Description
The City’s defined benefit pension plan for regular employees provides retirement and disability
benefits, post-retirement increases, and death benefits to plan members and beneficiaries. The City’s
plan is managed by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), the administrator of an agent
multiple-employer public pension fund. A summary of IMRF’s pension benefits is provided in the
“Benefits Provided” section of this document. Details of all benefits are available from IMRF. Benefit
provisions are established by statute and may only be changed by the General Assembly of the State
of Illinois. IMRF issues a publicly available Annual Comprehensive Financial Report that includes
financial statements, detailed information about the pension plan’s fiduciary net position, and required
supplementary information. The report is available for download at www.imrf.org.
B. Benefits Provided
IMRF has three benefit plans. The vast majority of IMRF members participate in the Regular Plan (RP).
The Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Personnel (SLEP) plan is for sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, and selected police
chiefs. Counties could adopt the Elected County Official (ECO) plan for officials elected prior to
August 8, 2011 (the ECO plan was closed to new participants after that date).
All three IMRF benefit plans have two tiers. Employees hired before January 1, 2011 are eligible for Tier
1 benefits. Tier 1 employees are vested for pension benefits when they have at least eight years of
qualifying service credit. Tier 1 employees who retire at age 55 (at reduced benefits) or after age 60
(at full benefits) with eight years of service are entitled to an annual retirement benefit, payable monthly
for life, in an amount equal to 1-2/3% of the final rate of earnings for the first 15 years of service credit,
plus 2% for each year of service credit after 15 years to a maximum of 75% of their final rate of earnings.
Final rate of earnings is the highest total earnings during any consecutive 48 months within the last ten
years of service, divided by 48. Under Tier 1, the pension is increased by 3% of the original amount on
January 1 every year after retirement.
Employees hired on or after January 1, 2011 are eligible for Tier 2 benefits. For Tier 2 employees,
pension benefits vest after ten years of service. Participating employees who retire at age 62 (at reduced
benefits) or after age 67 (at full benefits) with ten years of service are entitled to an annual retirement
benefit, payable monthly for life, in an amount equal to 1-2/3% of the final rate of earnings for the
first 15 years of service credit, plus 2% for each year of service credit after 15 years to a maximum of
75% of their final rate of earnings. Final rate of earnings is the highest total earnings during any 96
consecutive months within the last ten years of service, divided by 96. Under Tier 2, the pension is
increased on January 1 every year after retirement, upon reaching age 67, by the lesser of:
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• 3% of the original pension amount, or
• 1/2 of the increase in the Consumer Price Index of the original pension amount.
C. Employees Covered by Benefit Terms
All appointed employees of a participating employer who are employed in a position normally requiring
600 hours (1,000 hours for certain employees hired after 1981) or more of work in a year are required
to participate. As of December 31, 2022, the following employees were covered by the benefit terms:
Inactive plan members or beneficiaries currently receiving benefits 101
Inactive plan members entitled to but not yet receiving benefits 53
Active plan members 97
Total 251
D. Contributions
As set by statute, the City’s Regular Plan Members are required to contribute 4.5% of their annual
covered salary. The statute requires employers to contribute the amount necessary, in addition to
member contributions, to finance the retirement coverage of its own employees. The City’s annual
contribution rate for calendar year 2022 and 2023 was 10.82% and 9.42%, respectively. For the fiscal
year ended April 30, 2023, the City contributed $878,407 to the plan. The City also contributes for
disability benefits, death benefits, and supplemental retirement benefits, all of which are pooled at the
IMRF level. Contribution rates for disability and death benefits are set by IMRF’s Board of Trustees, while
the supplemental retirement benefits rate is set by statute.
E. Net Pension (Asset)/Liability
The components of the net pension (asset)/liability of the IMRF actuarial valuation performed as of
December 31, 2022, with a measurement date as of that date, calculated in accordance with GASB
Statement No. 68, were as follows:
Total Pension (Asset)/Liability 47,463,892$
IMRF Fiduciary Net Position 40,185,474
City's Net Pension Liability 7,278,418
IMRF Fiduciary Net Position as a Percentage
of the Total Pension Liability 84.67%
See the Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s Net Pension Liability and Related Ratios in the Required
Supplementary Information following the notes to the financial statements for additional information
related to the funded status of the plan.
F. Actuarial Assumptions
The total pension liability above was determined by an actuarial valuation performed as of
December 31, 2022 using the following actuarial methods and assumptions:
Assumptions
Inflation 2.25%
Salary Increases 2.85% - 13.75% including inflation
Interest Rate 7.25%
Asset Cost Method Entry Age Normal
Asset Valuation Method Market Value of Assets
Projected Retirement Age Experience-based Table of Rates,specific to the type of eligibility condition,last updated
for the 2020 valuation according to an experience study from years 2017 to 2019
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For non-disabled retirees, the Pub-2010, Amount-Weighted, below-median income, General, Retiree,
Male (adjusted 106%) and Female (adjusted 105%) tables, and future mortality improvements projected
using scale MP-2020 were used. For disabled retirees, the Pub-2010, Amount-Weighted, below-median
income, General, Disabled Retiree, Male and Female (both unadjusted) tables, and future mortality
improvements projected using scale MP-2020 were used. For active members, the Pub-2010, Amount-
Weighted, below-median income, General, Employee, Male and Female (both unadjusted) tables, and
future mortality improvements projected using scale MP-2020 were used.
G. Long-Term Expected Rate of Return
The long-term expected rate of return on pension plan investments was determined using a building-
block method in which best-estimate ranges of expected future real rates of return (expected returns, net
of pension plan investment expense, and inflation) are developed for each major asset class. These
ranges are combined to produce the long-term expected rate of return by weighting the expected future
real rates of return to the target asset allocation percentage and adding expected inflation. The target
allocation and best estimates of geometric real rates of return for each major asset class are summarized
in the following table as of December 31, 2022:
Asset Class
Target
Allocation
Projected
Return
Equities 35.50% 6.50%
International Equities 18.00% 7.60%
Fixed Income 25.50% 4.90%
Real Estate 10.50% 6.20%
Alternatives 9.50%
Private Equity 9.90%
Hedge Funds N/A
Commodities 6.25%
Cash Equivalents 1.00% 4.00%
100.00%
H. Single Discount Rate
A Single Discount Rate of 7.25% was used to measure the total pension liability as of
December 31, 2022. The projection of cash flow used to determine this Single Discount Rate assumed
that the plan members’ contributions will be made at the current contribution rate, and that employer
contributions will be made at rates equal to the difference between actuarially determined contribution
rates and the member rate. Based on those assumptions, the pension plan’s fiduciary net position was
projected to be available to make all projected future benefit payments of current active and inactive
employees. Therefore, the long-term expected rate of return on pension plan investments was applied
to all periods of projected benefit payments to determine the total pension liability. The Single Discount
Rate reflects:
1. The long-term expected rate of return on pension plan investments (during the period in which the
fiduciary net position is projected to be sufficient to pay benefits), and
2. The tax-exempt municipal bond rate based on an index of 20-year general obligation bonds with an
average AA credit rating (which is published by the Federal Reserve) as of the measurement date
(to the extent that the contributions for use with the long-term expected rate of return are not met).
For the purpose of this discount rate, the expected rate of return on pension plan investments is 7.25%;
the municipal bond rate is 4.05%; and resulting single discount rate is 7.25%. The prior year single
discount rate was 7.25% and increased 0.00% to the current year single discount rate.
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I. Changes in Net Pension (Asset)/Liability
Total Pension Plan Fiduciary Net Pension
Liability Net Position Liability
(A)(B)(A)-(B)
Balances at December 31, 2021 46,142,272$ 48,058,375$ (1,916,103)$
Changes for the year:
Service Cost 763,605$ -$ 763,605$
Interest on the Total Pension Liability 3,290,347 - 3,290,347
Differences Between Expected and Actual
Experience of the Total Pension Liability (452,379) - (452,379)
Contributions - Employer - 903,892 (903,892)
Contributions - Employee - 375,925 (375,925)
Net Investment Income - (6,083,896) 6,083,896
Benefit Payments, including Refunds
of Employee Contributions (2,279,953) (2,279,953) -
Other (Net Transfer)- (788,869) 788,869
Net Changes 1,321,620$ (7,872,901)$ 9,194,521$
Balances at December 31, 2022 47,463,892$ 40,185,474$ 7,278,418$
J. Sensitivity of the Net Pension (Asset)/Liability to Changes in the Discount Rate
The following presents the plan’s net pension liability, calculated using a Single Discount Rate of 7.25%,
as well as what the plan’s net pension liability would be if it were calculated using a single Discount Rate
that is 1% lower or 1% higher than the current rate:
Current
1% Decrease Dis count Rate 1% Increase
6.25%7.25%8.25%
Net Pension (Asset)/Liability 13,541,084$ 7,278,418$ 2,387,521$
K. Pension Expense/(Income) and Deferred Outflows of Resources and Deferred Inflows of
Resources Related to Pensions
For the year ended April 30, 2023, the City recognized pension expense/(income) of $2,271,343. At
April 30, 2023, the City reported deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources related
to pensions from the following sources:
Deferred Deferred
Outf lows of Inflows of Net Outflows
Expense in Future Periods Resources Resources of Res ources
Differences between expected and actual experience 1,006,560$ 357,606$ 648,954$
Changes of assumptions 76,120 189,469 (113,349)
Net difference between projected and actual
earnings on pension plan investments 3,439,214 - 3,439,214
Total deferred amounts to be recognized in
pension expense in future periods 4,521,894$ 547,075$ 3,974,819$
Pension contributions made subsequent to
the measurement date 277,293 - 277,293
Total deferred amounts related to pensions 4,799,187$ 547,075$ 4,252,112$
$277,293 reported as deferred outflows of resources related to pensions resulting from the City’s
contributions subsequent to the measurement date will be recognized as a reduction of the net pension
liability in the reporting year ended April 30, 2024. Other amounts reported as deferred outflows of
resources and deferred inflows of resources related to pensions will be recognized in pension expense
in future periods as follows:
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Net Deferred
Year Ending Outflows of
December 31 Resources
2023 236,167$
2024 751,514
2025 1,159,770
2026 1,827,368
2027 -
Thereafter -
3,974,819$ L. Social Security
Employees not qualifying for coverage under the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund are considered “non-
participating employees”. These employees and those qualifying for coverage under the Illinois Municipal
Retirement Fund are covered under Social Security. The City paid the total required contribution for the
current fiscal year.
NOTE 13 - POLICE PENSION PLAN
A. Plan Administration
Full-time police sworn personnel of the City are covered by The Police Pension Fund of the City (Plan).
Although this is a single-member pension plan, the defined benefits and employee and employer
contribution levels are governed by Illinois Compiled Statues (40 IL CS 5/3-1) and may be amended only
by the Illinois legislature. The City accounts for the Plan as a pension trust fund.
The Pension Board administers the Plan and the Illinois Department of Insurance is the oversight agency.
The Board consists of five elected or appointed members.
B. Plan Membership
At May 1, 2022, the date of the latest actuarial valuation, Plan participation consisted of:
Inactive plan members or beneficiaries currently receiving benefits 33
Terminated plan members entitled to but not yet receiving benefits 10
Active plan members 48
Total 91
C. Benefits Provided
The Plan provides retirement, disability, and death benefits to Plan members and their beneficiaries.
Chapter 40-Pensions-Act 5/Article 3 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes assigns the authority to establish
and amend the benefit provisions of the Plan to the Illinois legislature.
D. Contributions
Employees are required by Illinois Compiled Statutes (ILCS) to contribute 9.91% of their base salary to
the Plan. If an employee leaves covered employment with less than 20 years of service, accumulated
employee contributions may be refunded without accumulated interest. The City is required to contribute
the remaining amounts necessary to finance the plan and the administrative costs as actuarially
determined by an enrolled actuary. Effective January 1, 2011, the City has until the year 2040 to fund
90% of the past service cost for the Plan. For the year ended April 30, 2023 the City’s contribution was
12.54% of covered payroll.
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E. Net Pension (Asset)/Liability
The components of the net pension liability of the Plan as of April 30, 2023, calculated in accordance with
GASB Statement No. 68, were as follows:
Total Pension Liability 60,067,242$
Plan Fiduciary Net Position 55,718,518
City's Net Pension (Asset)/Liability 4,348,724
Plan Fiduciary Net Position as a Percentage
of the Total Pension Liability 92.76%
See the Schedule of Changes in the Employer’s Net Pension Liability and Related Ratios in the Required
Supplementary Information for additional information related to the funded status of the Plan.
F. Actuarial Assumptions
The total pension liability above was determined by an actuarial valuation performed as of May 1, 2022
using the following actuarial methods and assumptions:
Actuarial Cost Method Entry Age Normal
Amortization Method Straight Line
Remaining Amortization Period 20 Years
Actuarial Experience and Changes in Assumptions 6.81 Years
Asset Experience 5 Years
Assumptions
Inflation 2.25%
Salary Increases 3.75% - 10.02%
Interest Rate 7.00%
Payroll Growth 3.00%
Asset Valuation Method Market Value
Mortality rates were based on the PubS-2010(A). The other non-economic actuarial assumptions used
in the May 1, 2022 valuation were based on a review of assumptions in the L&A 2020 study for Illinois
Police Officers.
Active Mortality follows the Sex Distinct Raw Rates as developed in the PubS-2010(A) Study. Mortality
improvement uses MP-2019 Improvement Rates applied on a fully generational basis. 50% of active
Member deaths are assumed to be in the Line of Duty.
Retiree Mortality follows the L&A Assumption Study for Police 2020. These rates are experience weighted
with the Sex District Raw Rates as developed in the PubS-2010(A) Study improved to 2017 using MP-
2019 Improvement Rates. These rates are then improved fully generationally using MP-2019
Improvement Rates.
Disabled Mortality follows the Sex Distinct Raw Rates as developed in the PubS-2019 Study for disabled
participants. Mortality improvement uses MP-2019 Improvement Rates applied on a fully generational
basis.
Spouse Mortality follows the Sex Distinct Raw Rates as developed in the PubS-2010(A) Study for
contingent survivors. For all rates not provided there (ages 45 and younger) the PubG-2010 Study for
general employees was used. Mortality improvement uses MP-2019 Improvement Rates applied on a
fully generational basis.
Other actuarial assumption (demographic) rates are based on a review of the L&A Assumption Study for
Police 2020.
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G. Discount Rate
The discount rate used to measure the total pension liability was 7.00%. The discount rate used in the
determination of the Total Pension Liability is based on a combination of the expected long-term rate of
return on plan investments and the municipal bond rate.
Cash flow projections were used to determine the extent which the plan’s future net position will be able
to cover future benefit payments. To the extent future benefit payments are covered by the plan’s
projected net position, the expected rate of return on plan investments is used to determine the portion
of the net pension liability associated with those payments. To the extent future benefit payments are not
covered by the plan’s projected net position, the municipal bond rate is used to determine the portion of
the net pension liability associated with those payments.
The Plan’s projected net position is expected to cover future benefit payments in full for the current
employees.
Projected benefit payments are determined during the actuarial process based on assumptions. More
details on the assumptions are in the prior section. The expected contributions are based on the funding
policy of the Plan.
H. Changes in the Net Pension (Asset)/Liability
Total Pension Plan Fiduciary Net Pension
Liability Net Position Liability
(A)(B)(A)-(B)
alances at April 30, 2022 57,107,066$ 56,638,040$ 469,026$
hanges for the year:
Service Cost 1,133,068$ -$ 1,133,068$
Interest on the Total Pension Liability 3,939,393 - 3,939,393
Changes of Benefit Terms (53,189) - (53,189)
Differences Between Expected and Actual Experience 226,460 - 226,460
Contributions - Employer - 621,970 (621,970)
Contributions - Employee - 491,717 (491,717)
Net Investment Income - 276,331 (276,331)
Benefit Payments, including Refunds of Employee Contributions (2,285,556) (2,285,556) -
Administrative Expense - (23,984) 23,984
Net Changes 2,960,176$ (919,522)$ 3,879,698$
alances at April 30, 2023 60,067,242$ 55,718,518$ 4,348,724$
I. Sensitivity of the Net Pension (Asset)/Liability to Changes in the Discount Rate
The following presents the plan’s net pension liability, calculated using a Single Discount Rate of 7.00%,
as well as what the plan’s net pension liability would be if it were calculated using a single Discount Rate
that is 1% lower or 1% higher:
Current
1% Decrease Discount Rate 1% Increase
6.00% 7.00% 8.00%
Net Pension (Asset)/Liability 13,292,510$ 4,348,724$ (2,927,901)$
J. Pension Expense and Deferred Outflows of Resources and Deferred Inflows of Resources Related
to Pensions
For the year ended April 30, 2023, the City recognized pension expense/(income) of $1,756,911. At
April 30, 2023, the City reported deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources related
to pensions from the following sources:
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Deferred Deferred Net Deferred
Outflows of Inflows of Outflows of
Expense in Future Periods Resources Resources Resources
Differences between expected and actual experience 774,332$ 1,537,535$ (763,203)$
Assumption changes 561,750 246,050 315,700
Net difference between projected and
actual earnings on pension investments 5,393,559 - 5,393,559
Total deferred amounts to be recognized in
pension expense in future periods 6,729,641$ 1,783,585$ 4,946,056$
Amounts reported as deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources related to
pensions will be recognized in pension expense in future periods as follows:
Net Deferred
Year Ending Outflows of
April 30 Resources
2024 1,061,653$
2025 818,545
2026 2,361,839
2027 743,479
2028 (43,010)
Thereafter 3,550
4,946,056$
NOTE 14 - POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT COMMITMENTS
Retiree Insurance Plan
A. Plan Overview
In addition to the retirement plans described in Notes 12 and 13, the City provides post-employment
benefits other than pensions (“OPEB”) for retired employees through a single-employer defined benefit
plan. The benefits, benefit levels, employee contributions and employer contributions are governed by
the City and can be amended by the City through its personnel manual and union contracts. The plan is
not accounted for as a trust fund, as an irrevocable trust has not been established to account for the plan.
The plan does not issue a separate report. The activity of the plan is reported in the City’s governmental
activities.
B. Benefits Provided
The City provides postemployment health care benefits to its retirees and certain disable employees. To
be eligible for benefits, an employee must qualify for retirement under one of the City’s retirement plans
or meet COBRA requirements. All health care benefits are provided through the City’s insured health
plan. The benefit levels are the same as those afforded to active employees. The Plan provides the
following coverage:
Medical Coverage
Employees may continue coverage into retirement on the City medical plans if they pay the entire premium. Coverage is also
available for eligible dependents on a pay-all basis. Coverage may continue when Medicare eligibility is reached. Coverage for
dependents can continue upon the death of the retiree given that contributions continue.
Full-time sworn Police employees that suffer a catastrophic injury or are killed in the line of duty receive free lifetime coverage
for the employee, their spouse, and each dependent child under the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act.
C. Membership
Membership in the plan consisted of the following at May 1, 2022, the date of the latest actuarial valuation:
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Active employees 117
Inactive employees entitled to but not yet receiving benefits -
Inac tive employees currently receiving benefits 11
Total 128
D. Total OPEB Liability
The City’s total OPEB liability was measured as of April 30, 2023, and the total OPEB liability was
determined by an actuarial valuation as of May 1, 2022.
E. Actuarial Assumptions
The total OPEB liability in the May 1, 2022 actuarial valuation was determined using the following
actuarial assumptions, applied to all periods included in the measurement, unless otherwise specified:
Actuarial Method Entry Age Normal
Dis count rate 4.14%
Inflation 3.00%
Salary Rate Increase 4.00%
Health Care Trend
Initial Trend Rate 5.00%
Ultimate Trend Rate 4.50%
FY the Ultimate Rate is Reached 2039
Mortality
Disability Rates
Election at Retirement
Marital Status
Active Employees: PubG.H-2010(B)Mortality Table -General (below median
income) with future mortality improvements using Scale MP-2020
60% of active employees are assumed to be married and elect spousal
coverage upon retirement. Males are assumed to be three years older than
females. Actual spouse date was used for current retirees.
Retirees: PubG.H-2010(B)Mor tality Table -General (below-median income).
Male adjusted 106% and Female adjusted 105% tables,w ith future mortality
improvements using scale MP-2020
Police Employees and Retirees: PubS.H-2010(A)Mortality Table -Safety w ith
future mortality improvements using Scale MP-2020.
IMRF Employees: Rates from the December 31, 2022 IMRF Actuarial Valuation
Report
Police Employees: Rates from the City of McHenry Police Pension Fund
Actuarial Valuation for the Year Beginning May 1, 2021
10% of active employees are assumed to elect coverage at retirement
The actuarial assumptions used in the May 1, 2022 valuation were based on information found in the
most recent IMRF and Police Pension actuarial valuation reports. Assumption changes reflect a change
in the discount rate of 0.16 from 3.98% for the beginning of the year values and 4.14% for the disclosure
date.
There is no long-term expected rate of return on OPEB plan investments because the City does not have
a trust dedicated exclusively to the payment of OPEB benefits.
F. Discount Rate
The City does not have a dedicated trust to pay retiree healthcare benefits. Per GASB 75, the discount
rate should be a yield or index rate for 20-year, tax-exempt general obligation municipal bonds with an
average rating of AA/Aa or higher (or equivalent quality on another rating scale).
A rate of 4.14% is used, which is the S&P Municipal Bond 20-Year High-Grade Rate Index as of
April 30, 2023.
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G. Changes in the Total OPEB Liability
Total OPEB Plan Fiduciary Net OPEB
Liability Net Position Liability
(a)(b)(a) - (b)
Balances at April 30, 2022 1,329,743$ -$ 1,329,743$
Changes for the year:
Service Cost 31,957$ -$ 31,957$
Interest on Total OPEB Liability 50,394 - 50,394
Difference between Expected & Actual Experience (120,341) - (120,341)
Assumption Changes (41,468) - (41,468)
Benefit Payments (127,036) - (127,036)
Net Changes (206,494)$ -$ (206,494)$
Balances at April 30, 2023 1,123,249$ -$ 1,123,249$
Increase/(Decrease)
H. Sensitivity of the Total OPEB Liability to Changes in the Discount Rate
The following presents the total OPEB liability of the City, as well as what the City’s total OPEB liability
would be if it were calculated using a discount rate that is 1 percentage-point lower or 1 percentage-point
higher than the current discount rate:
1% Decrease
10.25%Valuation Rate
1% Increase
8.63%
1,238,358$ 1,123,249$ 1,026,334$
Plan's Total OPEB Liability/(Asset)
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I. Sensitivity of the Total OPEB Liability to Changes in the Health Care Cost Trend Rates
The following presents the total OPEB liability of the City, as well as what the City’s total OPEB liability
would be if it were calculated using healthcare cost trend rates that are 1 percentage-point lower or 1
percentage-point higher than the current healthcare cost trend rates:
1% Decrease Healthcare Cost 1% Increase
10.13%Valuation Rate 12.28%
1,009,423$ 1,123,249$ 1,261,192$
Plan's Total OPEB Liability/(Asset)
J. OPEB Expense/(Income) and Deferred Outflows of Resources and Deferred Inflows of Resources
Related to OPEB
For the fiscal year ended April 30, 2023, the City recognized OPEB expense/(income) of $(65,897). At
April 30, 2023, the City reported deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources related
to OPEB from the following sources:
Deferred Outflows Deferred Inflows Net Inflows
of Resources of Resources of Resources
Differences Between Expected and Actual Experience 311,144$ 1,049,479$ (738,335)$
Changes of Assumptions 1,444,949 1,751,930 (306,981)
Total 1,756,093$ 2,801,409$ (1,045,316)$
Changes in total OPEB liability related to the difference in actual and expected experience, or changes
in assumptions regarding future events, are recognized in OPEB expense over the expected remaining
service life of all employees (9.99 years, active and retired) in the postretirement plan.
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Amounts reported as deferred outflows of resources related to OPEB will be recognized as future OPEB
expense in future periods as follows:
Year ending April 30
Net Inflows of
Resources
2024 (148,250)$
2025 (148,250)
2026 (148,250)
2027 (148,250)
2028 (124,771)
2029-2032 (327,545)
(1,045,316)$
NOTE 15 - INTERFUND BALANCES AND TRANSFERS
Interfund balances at April 30, 2023 consisted of the following:
Due From Due To Amount
General Fund Water and Sewer Fund 129,766$
General Fund Police Pension Fund 3,635
Internal Service Fund Police Pension Fund 1,273
The above interfund balances resulted from a time lag between the dates that (1) revenue was collected
and remitted to the appropriate funds and (2) expenditures were incurred and reimbursed between funds.
Interfund transfers for the year ended April 30, 2023 consisted of the following:
Transfer From Transfer To Amount
Water and Sewer Fund Nonmajor Governmental Funds 94,922$
General Fund Nonmajor Governmental Funds 2,095,250
Internal Service Fund General Fund 76,956
Transfers are used to (1) move revenues from the fund that is required to collect them to the fund that is
required to expend them, and (2) move receipts restricted to debt service from the funds collecting the
receipts to the Debt Service Fund as debt service payments become due. The transfer from the Internal
Service Fund to the General Fund nets to zero on the government-wide financials due to the internal
service funds being combined into the governmental activities’ column.
NOTE 16 - RISK MANAGEMENT
The City is exposed to various risks related to torts; theft of, damage to, and destruction of assets; errors
and omissions; and injuries to employees. The City is a member of the McHenry County Municipal Risk
Management Agency (MCMRMA), a public entity risk pool through which property, general liability,
automobile liability, crime, excess property, excess liability, and boiler and machinery coverage is
provided in excess of specified limits for the members, acting as a single insurable unit.
The relationship between the City and MCMRMA is governed by a contract and by-laws that have been
adopted by resolution of each unit’s governing body. The City is contractually obligated to make all
annual and supplementary contributions for MCMRMA, to report claims on a timely basis, cooperate with
MCMRMA, its claims administrator and attorneys in claims investigation and settlement, and to follow
risk management procedures as outlined by MCMRMA. Members have a contractual obligation to fund
any deficit of MCMRMA attributable to a membership year during which they were a member. MCMRMA
is responsible for administering the self-insurance program and purchasing excess insurance according
to the direction of the Board of Directors. MCMRMA also provides its members with risk management
services, including the defense of and settlement of claims, and establishes reasonable and necessary
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loss of reduction and prevention procedures to be followed by the members. During fiscal year 2023
there was no significant reduction in insurance coverage for any category.
There have been no settlement amounts that have exceeded insurance coverage. The City is insured
under a retrospectively-rated policy for workers’ compensation coverage. Whereas the initial premium
may be adjusted based on actual experience. Adjustments in premiums are recorded when paid or
received. During the year ended April 30, 2023, there were no significant adjustments in premiums based
on actual experience.
NOTE 17 - CONSTRUCTION COMMITMENTS
At any point in time, the City is involved in numerous construction contracts. For the governmental
activities, there were contract commitments in place for various road projects, parking lot improvements,
riverwalk construction, horse barn improvements, and other various parks projects as of April 30, 2023
totaling $2,455,285. Beginning in May 2023, the City has contract commitments in place for various road,
parking lot, and other projects for $3,740,193. For the Water and Sewer Fund as of April 30, 2023, there
were contract commitments in place for Well #14 engineering totaling $40,689.
NOTE 18 - CONTINGENCIES
There is no outstanding litigation which may have a materially adverse effect on the City’s financial
position.
NOTE 19 - LEGAL DEBT LIMITATION
The Illinois Compiled Statutes limits the amount of indebtedness to 8.625% of the most recent available
equalized assessed valuation (EAV) of the City.
2022 EAV 861,184,991$
X 8.625%
Debt Margin 74,277,205$
Current Debt 29,790,548
Remaining Debt Margin 44,486,657$
NOTE 20 - TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENTS
The City negotiates property and sales tax abatement agreements on an individual basis. All abatement
agreements are entered into under the authority of the Mayor, City Clerk, and City Council. The City has
tax abatement agreements with various entities as of April 30, 2023 as follows:
Name of Eligibility Criteria Amount of Taxes
Abatement Type of Taxes and Mechanism Abated During
Agreement Abated of Abatement the Fiscal Year
Gary Lang
Business District
Development
Agreement
Sales taxes
First $450,000 in sales tax revenues generated within
the Business District Property are retained by the City,
100% of the sales tax revenue generated within the
Business District Property between $450,000 and
$750,000 annuallyshall be rebated to Gary Lang,60%
of sales tax revenue generated within the Business
District Property above $750,000 shall be rebated to
Gary Lang.The total rebate for the year cannotexceed
55% of the total annual sales tax revenue generated
with the Business District Property.The total rebate
payments cannot exceed $8,441,377.04 or 20 years.
549,803$
1110 N Green LLC
Redevelopment
Agreement
TIF property
taxes
Rebate 100% of the TIF Increment assessed up to
$624,028.-$
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Name of Eligibility Criteria Amount of Taxes
Abatement Type of Taxes and Mechanism Abated During
Agreement Abated of Abatement the Fiscal Year
McHenry
Commons
Shopping Center
Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 100% of base sales tax received by the State
attributable to the gross sales generated at the Hobby
Lobby Store.The total rebate payments cannotexceed
$677,500 or 20 years.
41,547$
CVS Pharmacy
Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 50% of sales tax revenues generated by CVS
Pharmacy in calendar years 2016 through 2020 and
25% of sales tax revenues generated by CVS
Pharmacy in calendar years 2021 through 2025.The
total rebate payments cannot exceed $175,000.
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3017 Route 120 &
Northwest
Suburban Auto
Group Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 50% of base sales tax in calendar years 2017
through 2021 and 25% of base sales tax in calendar
years 2022 through 2026 received by the State
attributable to the gross sales generated atNorthwest
Suburban Auto Group.The total rebate payments
cannot exceed $150,000.
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McHenry Donuts,
Inc. Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes Rebate 100% of Non-Home Rule Sales taxes in 2017
through 2026 up to $62,500.13,818$
Sunnyside Auto
Finance Company
Econom ic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate percentage during years 2017-2019 75%
above $66,212.Years 2020-2027 50% above $66,212.
Years 2028-2036 25% above $66,212. Not to exceed
$300,000.
5,387$
Curt Ames DBA
Chain O'Lakes
Brewing Company
Redevelopment
Agreement
TIF Property
Taxes
Rebate 100% of the TIF Increment assessed up to
$17,585.216$
Seth Wagner and
Associates Real
Estate Company
Property Tax
Abatement
Agreement
Property Taxes
Abate real estate taxes levied against the subject
property each year that the taxing body's propertytaxes
exceed the dollar amount from the 2014 base property
tax year ($3,458.64) through December 31, 2026.
5,607$
Boone Creek
Crossing LLC
Redevelopm ent
Agreement
TIF Property
Taxes
Rebate 100% of the TIF Increment assessed up to
$25,000 2,180$
Graham Enterprise
Inc Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 50% ofbase and hom e rule sales tax received
above $1,666.67 per month by the State attributable to
the gross sales generated at McHenry BP sites at
5301 Bull Valley Road and 5520 W.Elm Street.The
total rebate payments cannot exceed $1,000,000 and
end December 31,2039. These rebates do not begin
until buildings are torn down at 5301 Bull ValleyRoad,
5520 W.Elm St,and 4410 W.Elm St;and a new
building is built at 5301 Bully Valley Road.
114,741$
BPI, Break Parts
Inc LLC Property
Tax Abatement
Agreement
Property Taxes
10-year 100% abatement over and above the 2018
taxes commencing with the 2019 tax bill payable in
2020 through the 2028 tax bill payable in 2029.
12,300$
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Name of Eligibility Criteria Amount of Taxes
Abatement Type of Taxes and Mechanism Abated During
Agreement Abated of Abatement the Fiscal Year
RR McHenry LLC
Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 50% ofbase and home rule sales tax received
by the State attributable to the property at the NW
corner of IL Route 120 and Chapel Hill Road,
excluding the Riverside Chocolate Factory parcel.The
total rebate payments cannot exceed $1,000,000 and
end after the 20th Sales Tax Incentive Year.
84,649$
Advance Real
Estate
Managem ent LLC
Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate $75,000 from the base sales tax generated
from the subject property, and in addition, 50% of the
base sales tax in excess of the sales tax revenue
baseline received by the city of$195,745. $250,000 in
tenant incentive improvements are paid when
improvements are made in two tenant spaces. Total
rebate cannot exceed $1,500,000 and ends after the
20th anniversary of the completion date.
89,713$
Jessup
Manufacturing
Com pany Property
Tax Abatement
Agreement
Property Taxes
Abate real estate taxes levied against the subject
property each year that the taxing body's propertytaxes
exceed the dollar amount from the 2018 base property
tax year ($4,570.54) through December 31, 2026
1,351$
Munson Ski &
Inboard Water
Sp o rts, Inc. DBA
Munson Ski &
Marine Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 100% of base s ales tax received by the State
attributable to the gross sales generated at Munson
Ski &Marine at Watertower. Total rebate payments
cannot exceed $500,000 and ends on December 31,
2043.
2,591$
1325 Riverside Inc.
DBA Whiskey
Diablo Economic
Incentive
Agreement
Sales taxes
Rebate 100% of base s ales tax received by the State
attributable to the gross sales generated at 1325
Riverside Dr McHenry,IL .Total rebate payments
cannot exceed $62,149.
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NOTE 21 - LEASE ARRANGEMENTS
The City, as lessor, has the following lease arrangements:
Contract
Start
Contract
End Items
Initial
Terms
Optional
Terms
Initial
Contract
Value
Borrowing
Rate
(per y ear)
Business-Type Activities
Cell Tower 7/21/2014 7/21/2044 Cell Tower 120 months see below 300,000$ N/A
Lease revenue for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2023 was $25,697.
A summary of deferred inflows - leases activity during the year ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
Balance Balance
May 1, 2022 Additions Deletions April 30, 2023
Business-Type Activities
Deferred Inflows - Leases:571,256$ -$ -$ 571,256$
Total Deferred Inflows - Leases 571,256$ -$ -$ 571,256$
Less earned revenue amounts:
Deferred Inflows - Leases -$ 25,697$ -$ 25,697$
Total Revenue Earned -$ 25,697$ -$ 25,697$
Total Deferred Inflows - Leases, Net 571,256$ (25,697)$ -$ 545,559$
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Revenue was recognized in rental income within the Water and Sewer Fund.
The cell tower lease has an initial lease term of ten years running from July 21, 2014 through
July 21, 2024. The lease also contains an optional extension provision. The parties may extend the term
of the lease for four additional five-year terms by mutual agreement or terminate the lease no later than
May 21, 2024. These additional terms have been taken into account as both parties are reasonably
certain that the extension will take place as of the current fiscal year end. Lease payments for each five-
year extension term are as follows:
Lease Term Rental Payment
7/21/2024 - 7/21/2029 156,000$
7/21/2029 - 7/21/2034 162,000
7/21/2034 - 7/21/2039 168,000
7/21/2039 - 7/21/2044 174,000
The lease payments are required to be paid up front at the start of each lease term and are shown as
unavailable revenue within both the proprietary fund and government-wide financial statements. The
City will recognize revenue each year as it is earned.
At April 30, 2023, the annual lease payments and subsequent receipts are as follows:
Year Ending April 30 Principal Interes t Total
2024 -$ -$ -$
2025 122,324 33,676 156,000
2026 - - -
2027 - - -
2028 - - -
2029-2033 104,630 57,370 162,000
2034-2038 126,333 41,667 168,000
2039-2043 151,294 22,706 174,000
2044-2048 - - -
Total 504,581$ 155,419$ 660,000$
NOTE 22 - CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLE
The City has implemented GASB Statement No. 87, Leases. This statement establishes financial
reporting standards related to leases. Implementation of this standard resulted in recognizing the fair
market value of the liability and asset at the commencement of the agreement. There have been no
changes to the previously issued audited financial statements which would be required on a retrospective
basis.
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4/30/2023*4/30/2022*4/30/2021*4/30/2020*4/30/2019*4/30/2018*4/30/2017*4/30/2016*
TOTAL PENSION LIABILITY
Service Cost 763,605$ 728,190$ 805,614$ 781,612$ 740,595$ 707,796$ 704,466$ 652,882$
Interest on Total Pension Liability 3,290,347 3,102,945 2,967,915 2,796,732 2,641,076 2,542,116 2,419,748 2,286,008
Differences Between Expected and Actual Experience (452,379) 979,789 680,117 594,214 381,201 646,124 (98,080) 86,269
Changes of Assumptions - - (475,311) - 1,199,530 (1,124,675) (136,959) 44,481
Benefit Payments, Including Refunds of Member Contributions (2,279,953) (2,207,589) (1,946,703) (1,700,114) (1,543,189) (1,393,390) (1,384,293) (1,144,016)
Net Change in Total Pension Liability 1,321,620$ 2,603,335$ 2,031,632$ 2,472,444$ 3,419,213$ 1,377,971$ 1,504,882$ 1,925,624$
Total Pension Liability - Beginning 46,142,272 43,538,937 41,507,305 39,034,861 35,615,648 34,237,677 32,732,795 30,807,171
Total Pension Liability - Ending 47,463,892$ 46,142,272$ 43,538,937$ 41,507,305$ 39,034,861$ 35,615,648$ 34,237,677$ 32,732,795$
PLAN FIDUCIARY NET POSITION
Contributions - Employer 903,892$ 1,068,306$ 1,137,523$ 787,631$ 918,212$ 915,963$ 844,878$ 801,851$
Contributions - Member 375,925 385,024 361,437 344,894 340,841 328,547 366,710 277,350
Net Investment Income (6,083,896) 7,088,187 5,164,342 5,817,683 (1,672,533) 4,871,136 1,840,322 133,288
Benefit Payments, Including Refunds of Member Contributions (2,279,953) (2,207,589) (1,946,703) (1,700,114) (1,543,189) (1,393,390) (1,384,293) (1,144,016)
Administrative Expenses (788,906) (35,322) 131,829 196,150 493,832 (352,231) 293,436 (161,598)
Net Change in Plan Fiduciary Net Position (7,872,938)$ 6,298,606$ 4,848,428$ 5,446,244$ (1,462,837)$ 4,370,025$ 1,961,053$ (93,125)$
Plan Net Position - Beginning 48,058,412 41,759,806 36,911,378 31,465,134 32,927,971 28,557,946 26,596,893 26,690,018
Plan Net Position - Ending 40,185,474$ 48,058,412$ 41,759,806$ 36,911,378$ 31,465,134$ 32,927,971$ 28,557,946$ 26,596,893$
City's Net Pension Liability 7,278,418$ (1,916,140)$ 1,779,131$ 4,595,927$ 7,569,727$ 2,687,677$ 5,679,731$ 6,135,902$
Plan Fiduciary Net Position as a Percentage
of the Total Pension Liability 84.67%104.15%95.91%88.93%80.61%92.45%83.41%81.25%
Covered Payroll 8,353,902$ 7,995,414$ 8,031,924$ 7,718,418$ 7,538,685$ 7,241,274$ 6,362,027$ 6,163,340$
Employer's Net Pension Liability as a Percentage
of Covered Payroll 87.13%-23.97%22.15%59.54%100.41%37.12%89.28%99.55%
* This information presented is based on the actuarial valuation performed as of the December 31 year end prior to the fiscal year end listed above.
This schedule is presented to illustrate the requirement to show information for ten years. However, until a full ten-year trend is compiled, information is presented for those years for which information is available.
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT FUND
SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN THE EMPLOYER'S NET PENSION
LIABILITY AND RELATED RATIOS
APRIL 30, 2023
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4/30/2023*4/30/2022*4/30/2021*4/30/2020*4/30/2019*4/30/2018*4/30/2017*
Actuarially-Determined Contribution 903,892$ 978,639$ 983,107$ 796,541$ 918,212$ 908,056$ 844,877$
Contributions in Relation to Actuarially-Determined Contribution 903,892 1,068,306 1,137,523 787,631 918,212 915,963 844,878
Contribution Deficiency/(Excess)-$ (89,667)$ (154,416)$ 8,910$ -$ (7,907)$ (1)$
Covered Payroll 8,499,251$ 7,213,419$ 7,135,984$ 7,780,883$ 7,594,095$ 7,469,026$ 6,362,027$
Contributions as a Percentage of Covered Payroll 10.63%14.81%15.94%10.12%12.09%12.26%13.28%
Notes to Schedule:
Actuarially determined contribution rates are calculated as of December 31 each year, which are 12 months prior to the beginning of the fiscal year in which contributions are reported.
Remaining Amortization Period: 21-year closed period
Price Inflation: 2.25%, approximate; No explicit price inflation assumption is used in this valuation.
Retirement Age: Experience-based table of rates that are specific to the type of eligibility condition; last updated for the 2020 valuation pursuant to an experience study of the period 2017 to 2019.
Actuarial Cost Method: Aggregate Entry Age Normal
Amortization Method: Level percentage of payroll, closed
Asset Valuation Method: 5-year smoothed market; 20% corridor
Wage Growth: 2.75%
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT FUND
SCHEDULE OF EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION
APRIL 30, 2023
Actuarial Method and Assumptions Used on the Calculation of the 2022 Contribution Rate *
Salary Increases: 2.85% to 13.75%, including inflation
Investment Rate of Return: 7.25%
Mortality:For non-disabled retirees,the Pub-2010, Amount-Weighted, below-median income, General, Retiree,Male (adjusted 106%)and Female (adjusted 105%) tables,and future mortality improvements projected using scale MP-
retirees,the Pub-2010, Amount-Weighted, below-median income, General, Disabled Retiree,Male and Female (both unadjusted) tables,and future mortality improvements projected using scale MP-2020. For active members,the P
Weighted, below-median income, General, Employee, Male and Female (both unadjusted) tables, and future mortality improvements projected using scale MP-2020.
*Based on Valuation Assumptions used in the December 31, 2020 actuarial valuation; note two year lag between valuation and rate setting.
This schedule is presented to illustrate the requirement to show information for ten years. However, until a full ten-year trend is compiled, information is presented for those years for which information is available.
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4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2021 4/30/2020 4/30/2019 4/30/2018 4/30/2017 4/30/2016 4/30/2015
TOTAL PENSION LIABILITY
Service Cost 1,133,068$ 1,104,977$ 1,106,282$ 1,020,016$ 964,573$ 969,843$ 906,395$ 948,282$ 876,654$
Interest 3,939,393 3,739,492 3,687,359 3,400,174 3,244,523 3,100,186 3,130,927 2,940,204 2,804,198
Changes in Benefit Terms (53,189) - - 267,927 - - - - -
Differences Between Expected and Actual Experience 226,460 (1,660,449) (143,994) 953,997 165,685 (13,601) (1,315,850) (531,862) (300,710)
Changes in Assumptions - - - 1,039,838 - - (1,259,209) 4,137,023 391,028
Benefit Payments, Including Refunds of Member Contributions (2,285,556) (2,428,688) (2,441,099) (2,225,355) (2,077,032) (1,911,914) (1,890,931) (2,046,745) (1,868,756)
Net Change in Total Pension Liability 2,960,176$ 755,332$ 2,208,548$ 4,456,597$ 2,297,749$ 2,144,514$ (428,668)$ 5,446,902$ 1,902,414$
Total Pension Liability - Beginning 57,107,066 56,351,734 54,143,186 49,686,589 47,388,840 45,244,326 45,672,994 40,226,092 38,323,678
Total Pension Liability - Ending 60,067,242$ 57,107,066$ 56,351,734$ 54,143,186$ 49,686,589$ 47,388,840$ 45,244,326$ 45,672,994$ 40,226,092$
PLAN FIDUCIARY NET POSITION
Contributions - Employer 621,970$ 655,318$ 26,150,315$ 2,077,704$ 2,017,300$ 1,868,798$ 1,521,914$ 1,386,205$ 1,295,101$
Contributions - Member 491,717 467,800 469,279 500,202 427,378 409,415 397,515 513,111 381,363
Contributions - Other - 27,092 435,068 - 1,221 - - - -
Net Investment Income 276,331 (3,752,680) 9,474,445 249,889 1,454,043 2,225,784 2,041,694 (228,847) 1,101,915
Benefit Payments, Including Refunds of Member Contributions (2,285,556) (2,428,688) (2,441,099) (2,225,355) (2,077,032) (1,911,914) (1,890,931) (2,046,745) (1,868,756)
Administrative Expenses (23,984) (49,007) (25,668) (100,204) (17,813) (18,717) (41,164) (29,539) (36,845)
Net Change in Plan Fiduciary Net Position (919,522)$ (5,080,165)$ 34,062,340$ 502,236$ 1,805,097$ 2,573,366$ 2,029,028$ (405,815)$ 872,778$
Plan Net Position - Beginning 56,638,040 61,718,205 27,655,865 27,153,629 25,348,532 22,775,166 20,746,138 21,151,953 20,279,175
Plan Net Position - Ending 55,718,518$ 56,638,040$ 61,718,205$ 27,655,865$ 27,153,629$ 25,348,532$ 22,775,166$ 20,746,138$ 21,151,953$
City's Net Pension Liability 4,348,724$ 469,026$ (5,366,471)$ 26,487,321$ 22,532,960$ 22,040,308$ 22,469,160$ 24,926,856$ 19,074,139$
Plan Fiduciary Net Position as a Percentage
of the Total Pension Liability 92.76%99.18%109.52%51.08%54.65%53.49%50.34%45.42%52.58%
Covered-Employee Payroll 4,959,035$ 4,717,332$ 4,686,805$ 4,444,767$ 4,224,124$ 4,204,784$ 4,082,315$ 3,880,748$ 3,791,467$
Employer's Net Pension Liability as a Percentage
of Covered-Employee Payroll 87.69%9.94%-114.50%595.92%533.44%524.17%550.40%642.32%503.08%
2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
Annual Money-Weighted Rate of Return,
Net of Investment Expenses -1.63%4.26%32.11%-0.48%5.73%9.60%5.60%-1.53%5.41%
*For the year ended April 30, 2023, the annual money-weighted rate of return on pension plan investments, net of pension plan investment expense, was not available due to the transition of all investments into the consolidated police pension
fund.
This schedule is presented to illustrate the requirement to show information for ten years. However, until a full ten-year trend is compiled, information is presented for those years for which information is available.
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
POLICE PENSION PLAN
SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN THE EMPLOYER'S NET PENSION
LIABILITY AND RELATED RATIOS
APRIL 30, 2023
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4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2021 4/30/2020 4/30/2019 4/30/2018 4/30/2017 4/30/2016 4/30/2015
Actuarially-Determined Contribution 625,600$ 2,576,006$ 2,231,742$ 2,082,421$ 2,019,703$ 1,874,219$ 1,524,244$ 1,387,374$ 1,295,577$
Contributions in Relation to Actuarially-Determined Contribution 621,970 655,318 26,150,315 2,077,704 2,017,300 1,868,798 1,521,914 1,386,205 1,295,101
Contribution Deficiency/(Excess)3,630$ 1,920,688$ (23,918,573)$ 4,717$ 2,403$ 5,421$ 2,330$ 1,169$ 476$
Covered-Employee Payroll 4,959,035$ 4,717,332$ 4,686,805$ 4,422,539$ 4,324,167$ 4,291,809$ 4,082,315$ 3,880,748$ 3,791,467$
Contributions as a Percentage of Covered-Employee Payroll 12.54%13.89%557.96%46.98%46.65%43.54%37.28%35.72%34.16%
Notes to Schedule:
Mortality Rates: Pub-2010 Adjusted for plan Status, Demographics, and Illinois Public Pension Data, as described
Price Inflation: 2.25%
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
POLICE PENSION PLAN
SCHEDULE OF EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
Salary Increases: 3.75% to 10.02%
This schedule is presented to illustrate the requirement to show information for ten years. However, until a full ten-year trend is compiled, information is presented for those years for which information is available.
Actuarial Method and Assumptions Used on the Calculation of the 2022 Contribution Rate *
Actuarial Cost Method: Entry age normal
Amortization Method: Level percentage of payroll, closed
Termination Rates: 100% of L&A 2020 Illinois Police Termination Rates
Disability Rates: 100% of L&A 2020 Illinois Police Disability Rates
*Based on Valuation Assumptions used in the May 1, 2021 actuarial valuation for the December 2021 tax levy, if applicable
Investment Rate of Return: 7.00%
Retirement Rates: 100% of L&A 2020 Illinois Police Retirement Rates Capped at Age 65
Equivalent Single Amortization Period: 100% funded over 15 years
Asset Valuation Method: 5-year smoothed fair value
Wage Growth: 3.00%
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4/30/2023 4/30/2022 4/30/2021 4/30/2020 4/30/2019
TOTAL OPEB LIABILITY
Service Cost 31,957$ 38,558$ 38,278$ 36,378$ 32,964$
Interest 50,394 103,035 165,119 171,790 209,775
Changes in Benefit Terms - (3,356,991) - - -
Differences Between Expected and Actual Experience (120,341) 393,032 (646,027) - (1,070,724)
Benefit Payments (127,036) (174,427) (214,301) (162,019) (167,232)
Changes in Assumptions (41,468) (1,390,894) 473,546 513,575 417,482
Other Changes - - - (91,626) 147,912
Net Change in Total OPEB Liability (206,494)$ (4,387,687)$ (183,385)$ 468,098$ (429,823)$
Total OPEB Liability - Beginning 1,329,743 5,717,430 5,900,815 5,432,717 5,862,540
Total OPEB Liability - Ending 1,123,249$ 1,329,743$ 5,717,430$ 5,900,815$ 5,432,717$
Covered-Employee Payroll 10,588,482$ 9,802,365$ 9,342,565$ 8,796,233$ *8,796,233$
Employer's Net OPEB Liability as a Percentage
of Covered-Valuation Payroll 10.61%13.57%61.20%67.08%61.76%
Notes to Schedule:
The following are the discount rates used in each period:4.14%3.98%1.83%3.21%3.21%
CITY OF MCHENRY
OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT
SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN THE EMPLOYER'S TOTAL OPEB
LIABILITY AND RELATED RATIOS
APRIL 30, 2023
No assets are accumulated in a trust that meets the criteria in paragraph 4 of GASB Statement No. 75.
This schedule is presented to illustrate the requirement to show information for ten years. However, until a full ten-year trend is compiled, information is presented
for those years for which information is available.
Changes of Assumptions. Changes of assumptions and other inputs reflect the effects of changes in the discount rate of each period.
There is no actuarially-determined contribution (ADC)or employer contribution in relation to the ADC as the total OPEB liabilities are currently an unfunded
obligation.
* - Covered-Employee Payroll is the same as the prior year due to the valuation being a rollforward instead of a new valuation.
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Actual
Original Final Amounts
REVENUES
Local Taxes
Property Tax 5,037,941$ 5,037,941$ 4,975,755$
Intergovernmental
State Sales Tax 12,490,464 12,490,464 13,346,454
State Income Tax 3,589,961 3,589,961 4,384,429
State Replacement Tax 80,000 80,000 246,433
State Pull Tab/Games Tax 850 850 1,312
Inter Track Wagering Tax 25,000 25,000 39,296
State Telecommunications Tax 200,000 200,000 198,361
Cannabis Use Tax 35,000 35,000 42,240
Federal Grants - - 1,841,293
Other Local Sources
Hotel/Motel Tax 170,000 170,000 243,574
Franchise Fees 380,000 380,000 379,078
Licenses and Permits 1,142,500 1,142,500 1,247,056
Fines and Forfeitures 402,000 402,000 451,894
Charges for Services 1,268,789 1,268,789 1,423,862
Interest 2,500 2,500 454,024
Local Grants - - 46,113
Miscellaneous
Rent 18,000 18,000 14,489
Royalties 175,000 175,000 175,000
Donations - - 13,348
Annexation Fees 50,000 50,000 -
Reimbursements 1,925,394 1,925,394 2,554,441
Other Miscellaneous 75,100 75,100 255,656
Total Revenues 27,068,499$ 27,068,499$ 32,334,108$
EXPENDITURES
Current
General Office
Administration 1,241,669$ 1,284,379$ 1,149,942$
Elected Officials 99,310 99,310 70,055
Community Development 1,319,951 1,515,236 1,262,634
Finance Department 1,533,380 1,618,380 1,750,399
Human Resources 309,057 309,057 294,344
Economic Development 405,510 415,510 370,197
4,908,877$ 5,241,872$ 4,897,571$
Public Safety
Police Commission 6,953$ 6,953$ 4,584$
Police Department 9,682,259 9,785,259 9,766,599
Dispatch Center 2,447,519 2,447,519 2,614,829
12,136,731$ 12,239,731$ 12,386,012$
Public Works
Administration 506,812$ 506,812$ 490,904$
Street Department 3,857,382 3,857,382 3,699,050
4,364,194$ 4,364,194$ 4,189,954$
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation 2,721,821$ 2,721,821$ 2,847,744$
2,721,821$ 2,721,821$ 2,847,744$
Budgeted Amounts
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
GENERAL FUND
SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES
IN FUND BALANCES - BUDGET AND ACTUAL
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Actual
Original Final Amounts
Budgeted Amounts
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
GENERAL FUND
SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES
IN FUND BALANCES - BUDGET AND ACTUAL
EXPENDITURES (Continued)
Capital Outlay
General Office
Administration 1,708,500$ 2,668,500$ 2,106,275$
Public Safety
Police Department 24,950 24,950 243,617
Public Works
Street Department - - 12,876
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation 24,000 24,000 20,818
1,757,450$ 2,717,450$ 2,383,586$
Debt Service
Principal 459,250$ 459,250$ 296,769$
Interest and Fees 34,100 34,100 29,800
493,350$ 493,350$ 326,569$
Total Expenditures 26,382,423$ 27,778,418$ 27,031,436$
EXCESS OR (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER EXPENDITURES 686,076$ (709,919)$ 5,302,672$
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES)
Transfers (2,095,250)$ (2,095,250)$ (2,018,294)$
Sale of City Property 10,000 10,000 13,200
(2,085,250)$ (2,085,250)$ (2,005,094)$
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE (1,399,174)$ (2,795,169)$ 3,297,578$
FUND BALANCE - MAY 1, 2022 17,117,629
FUND BALANCE ADJUSTMENT (Note 9)(861,324)
FUND BALANCE - APRIL 30, 2023 19,553,883$
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CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
NOTES TO REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
APRIL 30, 2023
NOTE 1 - BUDGET
Budgets are adopted on a basis consistent with generally accepted accounting principles. Annual
budgets are adopted for all funds except custodial funds. All annual budgets lapse at fiscal year-end.
Budgeted expenditures are controlled at the departmental level with the City Administrator’s oversight.
All transfers and any revision that changes the total expenditures not contemplated of any fund must be
approved by the City Council. All budget amendments must be approved by the City Council.
The budget was approved on April 18, 2022 and was amended fourteen times during the fiscal year with
the final amendment occurring on February 21, 2023.
NOTE 2 - EXCESS OF EXPENDITURES OVER BUDGET
For the year ended April 30, 2023, the fund presented as Required Supplementary Information did not
have expenditures that exceeded the budget.
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Civil Revolving Total
General Annexation Alarm Board Band Defense Loan Tourism General
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents 12,318,405$ 1,079,641$ 1,094,298$ 9,440$ 12,388$ 290,060$ 143,941$ 14,948,173$
Investments 2,013,579 20,292 - 1,588 - 3,691 16,578 2,055,728
Prepaid Items 173,819 - - - - - - 173,819
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 395,007 6,450 31,691 - - 8,580 2,000 443,728
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled 104,201 - 38,421 - - - 15,689 158,311
Property Taxes 5,017,348 - - - - - - 5,017,348
Accrued Interest 2,394 343 - 27 - 77 280 3,121
Due from Other Governmental Units 3,176,525 - - - - - - 3,176,525
Cable Franchise Fee Receivable 122,912 - - - - - - 122,912
Inventory 184,569 - - - - - - 184,569
TOTAL ASSETS 23,508,759$ 1,106,726$ 1,164,410$ 11,055$ 12,388$ 302,408$ 178,488$ 26,284,234$
LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenditures 1,185,987$ -$ 57,523$ 15$ 4,240$ -$ 16,938$ 1,264,703$
Due to Other Funds 133,401 - - - - - - 133,401
Unearned Revenue 314,899 - - - - - - 314,899
TOTAL LIABILITIES 1,634,287$ -$ 57,523$ 15$ 4,240$ -$ 16,938$ 1,713,003$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Unavailable Revenue - Property Taxes 5,017,348$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 5,017,348$
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 5,017,348$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 5,017,348$
FUND BALANCES
Nonspendable 173,819$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 173,819$
Assigned for:
Alarm - - 1,106,887 - - - - 1,106,887
Tourism - - - - - - 161,550 161,550
Band - - - 11,040 - - - 11,040
Capital Projects 6,943,522 1,106,726 - - - - - 8,050,248
Revolving Loan - - - - - 302,408 - 302,408
Civil Defense - - - - 8,148 - - 8,148
Unassigned 9,739,783 - - - - - - 9,739,783
TOTAL FUND BALANCES 16,857,124$ 1,106,726$ 1,106,887$ 11,040$ 8,148$ 302,408$ 161,550$ 19,553,883$
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES, AND FUND BALANCES 23,508,759$ 1,106,726$ 1,164,410$ 11,055$ 12,388$ 302,408$ 178,488$ 26,284,234$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING BALANCE SHEET - GENERAL FUND
APRIL 30, 2023
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Alarm Civil Revolving Total
Annexation Board Band Defense Loan Tourism General
General Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund
REVENUES
Local Taxes
Property Tax 4,975,755$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 4,975,755$
Intergovernmental
State Sales Tax 13,346,454 - - - - - - 13,346,454
State Income Tax 4,384,429 - - - - - - 4,384,429
State Replacement Tax 246,433 - - - - - - 246,433
State Pull Tab/Games Tax 1,312 - - - - - - 1,312
Inter Track Wagering Tax 39,296 - - - - - - 39,296
State Telecommunications Tax 198,361 - - - - - - 198,361
Cannabis Use Tax 42,240 - - - - - - 42,240
Federal Grants 1,841,293 - - - - - - 1,841,293
Other Local Sources
Hotel/Motel Tax 44,057 - - - - - 199,517 243,574
Franchise Fees 379,078 - - - - - - 379,078
Licenses and Permits 1,247,056 - - - - - - 1,247,056
Fines and Forfeitures 451,894 - - - - - - 451,894
Charges for Services 1,194,120 - 229,742 - - - - 1,423,862
Interest 439,622 3,549 6,329 55 42 1,022 3,405 454,024
Local Grants 46,113 - - - - - - 46,113
Miscellaneous
Rent 14,489 - - - - - - 14,489
Royalties - 175,000 - - - - - 175,000
Donations 13,348 - - - - - - 13,348
Reimbursements 2,554,441 - - - - - - 2,554,441
Other Miscellaneous 182,154 - - - - - 73,502 255,656
Total Revenues 31,641,945$ 178,549$ 236,071$ 55$ 42$ 1,022$ 276,424$ 32,334,108$
EXPENDITURES
Current
General Office
Administration 1,060,342$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 89,600$ 1,149,942$
Elected Officials 70,055 - - - - - - 70,055
Community Development 1,262,634 - - - - - - 1,262,634
Finance Department 1,750,399 - - - - - - 1,750,399
Human Resources 294,344 - - - - - - 294,344
Economic Development 370,197 - - - - - - 370,197
4,807,971$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 89,600$ 4,897,571$
Public Safety
Police Commission 4,584$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 4,584$
Police Department 9,645,650 - 114,964 - 5,985 - - 9,766,599
Dispatch Center 2,614,829 - - - - - - 2,614,829
12,265,063$ -$ 114,964$ -$ 5,985$ -$ -$ 12,386,012$
Public Works
Administration 490,904$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 490,904$
Street Department 3,699,050 - - - - - - 3,699,050
4,189,954$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 4,189,954$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES
GENERAL FUND
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
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Alarm Civil Revolving Total
Annexation Board Band Defense Loan Tourism General
General Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES
GENERAL FUND
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
EXPENDITURES (Continued)
Current (Continued)
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation 2,833,436$ -$ -$ 14,308$ -$ -$ -$ 2,847,744$
2,833,436$ -$ -$ 14,308$ -$ -$ -$ 2,847,744$
Capital Outlay
General Office
Administration 2,106,275$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,106,275$
Public Safety
Police Department 243,617 - - - - - - 243,617
Public Works
Street Department 12,876 - - - - - - 12,876
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation 20,818 - - - - - - 20,818
2,383,586$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,383,586$
Debt Service
Principal 233,555$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 63,214$ 296,769$
Interest and Fees 25,794 - - - - - 4,006 29,800
259,349$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 67,220$ 326,569$
Total Expenditures 26,739,359$ -$ 114,964$ 14,308$ 5,985$ -$ 156,820$ 27,031,436$
EXCESS OR (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER EXPENDITURES 4,902,586$ 178,549$ 121,107$ (14,253)$ (5,943)$ 1,022$ 119,604$ 5,302,672$
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES)
Transfers (1,900,294)$ (35,000)$ -$ 12,000$ 4,000$ -$ (99,000)$ (2,018,294)$
Sale of City Property 13,200 - - - - - - 13,200
(1,887,094)$ (35,000)$ -$ 12,000$ 4,000$ -$ (99,000)$ (2,005,094)$
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE 3,015,492$ 143,549$ 121,107$ (2,253)$ (1,943)$ 1,022$ 20,604$ 3,297,578$
FUND BALANCE - MAY 1, 2022 14,702,956 963,177 985,780 13,293 10,091 301,386 140,946 17,117,629
FUND BALANCE ADJUSTMENT (Note 9)(861,324) - - - - - - (861,324)
FUND BALANCE - APRIL 30, 2023 16,857,124$ 1,106,726$ 1,106,887$ 11,040$ 8,148$ 302,408$ 161,550$ 19,553,883$
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Special Special
Capital Asset Municipal Service Service Total
Recreation Capital Maintenance and Capital Debt Motor Motor Developer Area #4 -Area #6 -Other
Pageant Audit Center Improvements Replacement Equipment Service Fuel Tax Fuel Tax Donations TIF Lakewood Huntersville Governmental
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Funds
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,954$ -$ -$ -$ 788,018$ 29,851$ -$ 2,277,633$ 84,412$ 1,040,810$ 417,170$ -$ -$ 4,639,848$
Deposit with Paying Agent - - - - - - 32,240 - - - - - - 32,240
Investments - 503 379,019 1,026,299 - 23,786 16,405 - - 64,204 - 404 - 1,510,620
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed - - - - - - - - - 5,400 23,117 - - 28,517
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled - - 3,915 - 77,803 - - - 32,835 - - - - 114,553
Property Taxes - 26,430 - - - - - - - - 816,081 15,580 - 858,091
Accrued Interest - 9 6,408 1,696 - 402 277 - - 1,085 - 7 - 9,884
Due from Other Governmental Units - - - 8,351 - - - 141,223 - 2,702 - - - 152,276
Grants Receivable - - - - - - - - - - 178,164 - - 178,164
TOTAL ASSETS 1,954$ 26,942$ 389,342$ 1,036,346$ 865,821$ 54,039$ 48,922$ 2,418,856$ 117,247$ 1,114,201$ 1,434,532$ 15,991$ -$ 7,524,193$
LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenditures -$ -$ 16,376$ -$ -$ 22,613$ 318$ 260$ -$ 141,153$ 386,450$ -$ -$ 567,170$
Overdrafts - 536 260,833 781,040 - - 40,993 - - - - 382 179,115 1,262,899
Due to Other Governmental Units - - - - - - - - - 49,041 - - - 49,041
Due to Other Funds - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Unearned Revenue - Fees - - - - - - - - 2,400 - - - 2,400
TOTAL LIABILITIES -$ 536$ 277,209$ 781,040$ -$ 22,613$ 41,311$ 260$ -$ 192,594$ 386,450$ 382$ 179,115$ 1,881,510$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Unavailable Revenue - Property Taxes -$ 26,430$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 816,081$ 15,580$ -$ 858,091$
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES -$ 26,430$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 816,081$ 15,580$ -$ 858,091$
FUND BALANCES
Restricted for:
Capital Projects -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 195,936$ -$ -$ -$ 195,936$
Special Service Areas - - - - - - - - - - - 29 - 29
Tax Increment Financing - - - - - - - - - - 232,001 - - 232,001
Highways and Streets - - - - - - - 1,491,755 117,190 - - - - 1,608,945
Assigned for:
Highways and Streets - - - - - - - 926,841 57 - - - - 926,898
Capital Projects - - - 255,306 865,821 31,426 - - - 725,671 - - - 1,878,224
Parks and Recreation 1,954 - 112,133 - - - - - - - - - - 114,087
Debt Service - - - - - - 7,611 - - - - - - 7,611
Unassigned - (24) - - - - - - - - - - (179,115) (179,139)
TOTAL FUND BALANCES 1,954$ (24)$ 112,133$ 255,306$ 865,821$ 31,426$ 7,611$ 2,418,596$ 117,247$ 921,607$ 232,001$ 29$ (179,115)$ 4,784,592$
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS
OF RESOURCES, AND FUND BALANCES 1,954$ 26,942$ 389,342$ 1,036,346$ 865,821$ 54,039$ 48,922$ 2,418,856$ 117,247$ 1,114,201$ 1,434,532$ 15,991$ -$ 7,524,193$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING BALANCE SHEET
OTHER GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
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Special Special
Capital Asset Municipal Service Service Total
Recreation Capital Maintenance and Capital Debt Motor Motor Developer Area #4 -Area #6 -Other
Pageant Audit Center Improvements Replacement Equipment Service Fuel Tax Fuel Tax Donations TIF Lakewood Huntersville Governmental
Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Funds
REVENUES
Local Taxes
Property Tax -$ 26,275$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 694,137$ 15,581$ -$ 735,993$
Intergovernmental
State Motor Fuel Tax - - - - - - - 1,139,143 364,598 - - - - 1,503,741
State Grants - - - - - - - 296,480 - - 178,164 - - 474,644
Other Local Sources
Electric Use Tax - - - - 1,043,524 - - - - - - - - 1,043,524
Charges for Services - 29,700 508,011 - - - - - - - - - - 537,711
Interest 7 22 9,325 2,362 1,610 507 1,384 55,730 57 13,368 2,622 26 - 87,020
Miscellaneous
Rent - - 22,800 - - - - - - 36,438 - - - 59,238
Donations - - - - - - - - - 245,725 20,000 - - 265,725
Reimbursements - - - 39,037 - - - - - - 65,388 - - 104,425
Other Miscellaneous - - - 14,071 - - - - - 44,995 - - - 59,066
7$ 55,997$ 540,136$ 55,470$ 1,045,134$ 507$ 1,384$ 1,491,353$ 364,655$ 340,526$ 960,311$ 15,607$ -$ 4,871,087$
EXPENDITURES
Current
General Office -$ 51,825$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 111,362$ -$ -$ 163,187$
Public Works - - - - - - - 182 - - - - - 182
Parks and Recreation - - 606,912 - - - - - - 123,506 - - - 730,418
Capital Outlay - - - 665,857 179,313 121,346 - 2,152,726 300,000 796,702 1,384,839 - - 5,600,783
Debt Service
Principal - - - - - - 1,675,000 - - - - - - 1,675,000
Interest and Fees - - - - - - 675,768 - - - - - - 675,768
-$ 51,825$ 606,912$ 665,857$ 179,313$ 121,346$ 2,350,768$ 2,152,908$ 300,000$ 920,208$ 1,496,201$ -$ -$ 8,845,338$
EXCESS OR (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER EXPENDITURES 7$ 4,172$ (66,776)$ (610,387)$ 865,821$ (120,839)$ (2,349,384)$ (661,555)$ 64,655$ (579,682)$ (535,890)$ 15,607$ -$ (3,974,251)$
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES)
Transfers - - 79,829 (151,900) - 151,900 2,351,425 - - - (225,735) (15,347) - 2,190,172
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCES 7$ 4,172$ 13,053$ (762,287)$ 865,821$ 31,061$ 2,041$ (661,555)$ 64,655$ (579,682)$ (761,625)$ 260$ -$ (1,784,079)$
FUND BALANCES - MAY 1, 2022 1,947 (4,196) 99,080 1,017,593 - 365 5,570 3,080,151 52,592 1,501,289 993,626 (231) (179,115) 6,568,671
FUND BALANCES - APRIL 30, 2023 1,954$ (24)$ 112,133$ 255,306$ 865,821$ 31,426$ 7,611$ 2,418,596$ 117,247$ 921,607$ 232,001$ 29$ (179,115)$ 4,784,592$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES
OTHER GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
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Capital Utility Marina Total
Water/Sewer Development Improvements Operations Water and
Fund Fund Fund Fund Sewer Funds
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents 6,371,420$ 274,469$ -$ 390,061$ 7,035,950$
Investments 430,403 4,246,277 1,860,537 100,032 6,637,249
Prepaid Items 42,118 - - - 42,118
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 48,211 - - - 48,211
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled 1,333,209 - - - 1,333,209
Accrued Interest 2,823 2,506 7,824 1,034 14,187
Due from Other Governmental Units 97,714 - - - 97,714
Due from Other Funds 92 129,674 - - 129,766
8,325,990$ 4,652,926$ 1,868,361$ 491,127$ 15,338,404$
Non-Current Assets
Right-of-Use Lease Receivable 504,581$ -$ -$ -$ 504,581$
Capital Assets
Land 2,208,117 - - - 2,208,117
Buildings 2,736,098 - - - 2,736,098
Systems and Equipment 112,701,173 - - - 112,701,173
Vehicles 1,679,661 - - - 1,679,661
Construction in Progress 63,716 - 29,228 - 92,944
Less: Accumulated Depreciation (42,364,333) - -- (42,364,333)
77,529,013$ -$ 29,228$ -$ 77,558,241$
TOTAL ASSETS 85,855,003$ 4,652,926$ 1,897,589$ 491,127$ 92,896,645$
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF 1,054,909$ -$ -$ -$ 1,054,909$
OPEB Expense/Revenue 270,205 - - - 270,205
TOTAL DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES 1,325,114$ -$ -$ -$ 1,325,114$
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 205,032$ -$ 19,938$ 13,805$ 238,775$
Overdraft - - 2,136,476 - 2,136,476
Security Deposits Held - 3,000 - - 3,000
Accrued Interest 242,629 - - - 242,629
Compensated Absences - Current 99,183 - - - 99,183
IEPA Loan Payable - Current 1,561,149 - - - 1,561,149
Bonds Payable - Current 441,517 - - - 441,517
2,549,510$ 3,000$ 2,156,414$ 13,805$ 4,722,729$
Non-Current Liabilities
IMRF Net Pension Liability 1,769,693$ -$ -$ -$ 1,769,693$
Total OPEB Liability 174,609 - - - 174,609
IEPA Loan Payable (Net of Current Portion Shown Above)25,181,722 - - - 25,181,722
Bonds Payable (Net of Current Portion Shown Above)3,464,292 - - - 3,464,292
30,590,316$ -$ -$ -$ 30,590,316$
TOTAL LIABILITIES 33,139,826$ 3,000$ 2,156,414$ 13,805$ 35,313,045$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Revenue/Expense - IMRF 120,253$ -$ -$ -$ 120,253$
OPEB Revenue/Expense 431,045 - - - 431,045
Unavailable Revenue - Right-of-Use Leases - Lessor 545,559 - - - 545,559
TOTAL DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES 1,096,857$ -$ -$ -$ 1,096,857$
NET POSITION
Net Investment in Capital Assets 46,368,081$ -$ 9,290$ -$ 46,377,371$
Unrestricted/(Deficit)6,575,353 4,649,926 (268,115) 477,322 11,434,486
TOTAL NET POSITION 52,943,434$ 4,649,926$ (258,825)$ 477,322$ 57,811,857$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF NET POSITION
WATER AND SEWER FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
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Capital Utility Marina Total
Water/Sewer Development Improvements Operations Water and
Fund Fund Fund Fund Sewer Funds
OPERATING REVENUES
Charges for Services
Customer Fees 5,330,765$ 381,285$ -$ -$ 5,712,050$
Capital Fees 1,055,565 - - - 1,055,565
Debt Service Fees 2,346,224 - - - 2,346,224
Penalties 134,143 - - - 134,143
Water Meter Sales 20,650 - - - 20,650
Other 29,922 - - - 29,922
8,917,269$ 381,285$ -$ -$ 9,298,554$
OPERATING EXPENSES
Water Department
Personnel Salaries 432,534$ -$ -$ -$ 432,534$
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 233,500 - - - 233,500
Other Operating Expenses 839,138 - 10,118 - 849,256
Depreciation 647,212 - - - 647,212
Sewer Department
Personnel Salaries 790,937 - - - 790,937
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 515,086 - - - 515,086
Other Operating Expenses 1,432,186 - - 42,121 1,474,307
Depreciation 2,157,391 - - - 2,157,391
Utility Work Department
Personnel Salaries 640,079 - - - 640,079
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 427,624 - - - 427,624
Other Operating Expenses 54,417 - - - 54,417
8,170,104$ -$ 10,118$ 42,121$ 8,222,343$
OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)747,165$ 381,285$ (10,118)$ (42,121)$ 1,076,211$
NON-OPERATING REVENUE/(EXPENSE)
Interest Income 104,291$ 21,577$ 9,747$ 1,049$ 136,664$
Unrealized Gain/Loss - 25,188 27,252 - 52,440
Rental Income 25,697 - - 57,113 82,810
Interest and Fees (747,851) - - - (747,851)
Amortization 46,517 - - - 46,517
Gain/(Loss) on Sale of Fixed Asset 6,000 - - - 6,000
(565,346)$ 46,765$ 36,999$ 58,162$ (423,420)$
INCOME/(LOSS) BEFORE CONTRIBUTIONS
AND TRANSFERS 181,819$ 428,050$ 26,881$ 16,041$ 652,791$
TRANSFERS (TO)/FROM OTHER FUNDS (110,269) (145,000) 160,347 - (94,922)
CHANGE IN NET POSITION 71,550$ 283,050$ 187,228$ 16,041$ 557,869$
NET POSITION - MAY 1, 2022 52,871,884 4,366,876 (446,053) 461,281 57,253,988
NET POSITION - APRIL 30, 2023 52,943,434$ 4,649,926$ (258,825)$ 477,322$ 57,811,857$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
WATER AND SEWER FUNDS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
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Employee Risk Information Total
Insurance Management Technology Internal Service
Fund Fund Fund Funds
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents -$ -$ 458,658$ 458,658$
Investments - - 8,295 8,295
Prepaid Items 81,376 - 11,014 92,390
Receivables (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)
Accounts Receivable - Billed 299 - - 299
Accounts Receivable - Unbilled - 8,238 - 8,238
Accrued Interest - -140 140
81,675$ 8,238$ 478,107$ 568,020$
Non-Current Assets
Capital Assets
Systems and Equipment -$ -$ 716,613$ 716,613$
Less: Accumulated Depreciation - - (547,155) (547,155)
-$ -$ 169,458$ 169,458$
TOTAL ASSETS 81,675$ 8,238$ 647,565$ 737,478$
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Expense/Revenue - IMRF -$ -$ 122,761$ 122,761$
OPEB Expense/Revenue - - 31,444 31,444
TOTAL DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES -$ -$ 154,205$ 154,205$
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 115$ 2,877$ 34,392$ 37,384$
Overdrafts 89,079 31,550 - 120,629
Due to Other Funds 1,273 - - 1,273
Unearned Revenue 82,488 - - 82,488
Compensated Absences - - 7,993 7,993
172,955$ 34,427$ 42,385$ 249,767$
Non-Current Liabilities
IMRF Net Pension Liability -$ -$ 214,432$ 214,432$
Total OPEB Liability - - 14,992 14,992
-$ -$ 229,424$ 229,424$
TOTAL LIABILITIES 172,955$ 34,427$ 271,809$ 479,191$
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension Revenue/Expense - IMRF -$ -$ 13,994$ 13,994$
OPEB Revenue/Expense - - 50,161 50,161
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES -$ -$ 64,155$ 64,155$
NET POSITION
Net Investment in Capital Assets -$ -$ 163,592$ 163,592$
Unrestricted/(Deficit)(91,280) (26,189) 302,214 184,745
TOTAL NET POSITION (91,280)$ (26,189)$ 465,806$ 348,337$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF NET POSITION
INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
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Employee Risk Information Total
Insurance Management Technology Internal Service
Fund Fund Fund Funds
OPERATING REVENUES
Charges for Services 3,561,716$ 918,502$ 1,075,588$ 5,555,806$
3,561,716$ 918,502$ 1,075,588$ 5,555,806$
OPERATING EXPENSES
Personnel Salaries -$ -$ 221,138$ 221,138$
Miscellaneous Personnel Expenses 3,560,759 - 126,073 3,686,832
Other Operating Expenses 856 955,986 607,022 1,563,864
Depreciation - - 52,939 52,939
3,561,615$ 955,986$ 1,007,172$ 5,524,773$
OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)101$ (37,484)$ 68,416$ 31,033$
NON-OPERATING REVENUE/(EXPENSE)
Interest Income 2,360 33 1,297 3,690
INCOME/(LOSS) BEFORE CONTRIBUTIONS
AND TRANSFERS 2,461$ (37,451)$ 69,713$ 34,723$
CAPITAL CONTRIBUTIONS - - - -
TRANSFERS (TO)/FROM OTHER FUNDS - (76,956) - (76,956)
CHANGE IN NET POSITION 2,461$ (114,407)$ 69,713$ (42,233)$
NET POSITION - MAY 1, 2022 (93,741) 88,218 396,093 390,570
NET POSITION - APRIL 30, 2023 (91,280)$ (26,189)$ 465,806$ 348,337$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
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Retained
Developmental Personnel Total
Escrow Escrow Custodial
Fund Fund Funds
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents 6,855$ 35,509$ 42,364$
Accounts Receivable (Net of Allowance for
Estimated Uncollectible Amounts)- 13,938 13,938
TOTAL ASSETS 6,855$ 49,447$ 56,302$
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses -$ 243$ 243$
TOTAL LIABILITIES -$ 243$ 243$
NET POSITION
Restricted for Developers, Property Owners, and Others 6,855$ 49,204$ 56,059$
TOTAL NET POSITION 6,855$ 49,204$ 56,059$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF NET POSITION
CUSTODIAL FUNDS
APRIL 30, 2023
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Developmental Retained Total
Escrow Personnel Escrow Custodial
Funds Funds Funds
ADDITIONS
Contributions
Developers, Property Owners, and Others -$ 34,573$ 34,573$
Total Contributions -$ 34,573$ 34,573$
Investment Income
Interest and Dividends 24$ -$ 24$
Net Investment Income 24$ -$ 24$
TOTAL ADDITIONS 24$ 34,573$ 34,597$
DEDUCTIONS
Engineering and Legal Fees -$ 34,573$ 34,573$
TOTAL DEDUCTIONS -$ 34,573$ 34,573$
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE)24$ -$ 24$
NET POSITION - MAY 1, 2022 6,831 49,204 56,035
NET POSITION - APRIL 30, 2023 6,855$ 49,204$ 56,059$
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
CUSTODIAL FUNDS
YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
COMBINING SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN FIDUCIARY NET POSITION
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Actual
Original Final Amounts
REVENUES
Local Taxes
Property Tax 720,000$ 720,000$ 694,137$
Intergovernmental
State Grants 200,000 200,000 178,164
Other Local Sources
Interest - - 2,622
Miscellaneous
Donations - - 20,000
Reimbursements 355,000 355,000 65,388
Total Revenues 1,275,000$ 1,275,000$ 960,311$
EXPENDITURES
Current
General Office 50,000$ 50,000$ 111,362$
Capital Outlay 2,145,000$ 2,151,440$ 1,384,839$
Total Expenditures 2,195,000$ 2,201,440$ 1,496,201$
EXCESS OR (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER EXPENDITURES (920,000)$ (926,440)$ (535,890)$
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES)
Transfers (225,735) (225,735) (225,735)
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE (1,145,735)$ (1,152,175)$ (761,625)$
FUND BALANCE - MAY 1, 2022 993,626
FUND BALANCE - APRIL 30, 2023 232,001$
Budgeted Amounts
CITY OF MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED APRIL 30, 2023
SPECIAL REVENUE FUND - TAX INCREMENT FINANCING FUND
SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES
IN FUND BALANCES - BUDGET AND ACTUAL
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See Accompanying Independent Auditor's Report
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November 10, 2023
To the Mayor and City Council Members
City of McHenry
McHenry, Illinois
We have audited the financial statements of City of McHenry (City) as of and for the year ended
April 30, 2023, and have issued our report thereon dated November 10, 2023. Professional standards
require that we advise you of the following matters relating to our audit.
Our Responsibility in Relation to the Financial Statement Audit
As communicated in our engagement letter dated May 31, 2023, our responsibility under generally
accepted auditing standards and, if applicable, Government Auditing Standards and Uniform Guidance,
is to form and express opinions about whether the financial statements that have been prepared by
management with your oversight are presented fairly, in all material respects, in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Our audit of the financial
statements does not relieve you or management of your respective responsibilities.
Our responsibility, as prescribed by professional standards, is to plan and perform our audit to obtain
reasonable, rather than absolute, assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit of financial statements includes consideration of internal control over financial
reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for
the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the City’s internal control over financial
reporting. Accordingly, as part of our audit, we considered the internal control of the City solely for the
purpose of determining our audit procedures and not to provide any assurance concerning such internal
control.
We are also responsible for communicating significant matters related to the audit that are, in our
professional judgment, relevant to your responsibilities in overseeing the financial reporting process.
However, we are not required to design procedures for the purpose of identifying other matters to
communicate to you.
Planned Scope and Timing of the Audit
We conducted our audit consistent with the planned scope and timing we previously communicated to
you.
Compliance with All Ethics Requirements Regarding Independence
The engagement team, others in our firm, as appropriate, our firm, and our network firms have complied
with all relevant ethical requirements regarding independence.
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Significant Risks Identified
We have identified the following significant risks:
Management override of controls and improper revenue recognition due to fraud, both of which are
commonly identified as significant risks for audits. As both are common significant risk areas, both are
addressed by performing the following standard procedures:
• Incorporate an element of unpredictability in designing audit procedures: alternating test of controls
at least once every two years, vary sampling techniques for detailed transaction testing, and
interviewing different employees regarding fraud.
• Obtain an understanding of the process and related controls over journal entries and other
adjustments and test journal entries and other adjustments we believe to be of higher risk.
• Review significant accounting estimates for evidence of management bias.
• Finally, obtain an understanding of the entity’s rationale for significant and unusual transactions, if
any.
Qualitative Aspects of the Organization’s Significant Accounting Practices
Significant Accounting Policies
Management has the responsibility to select and use appropriate accounting policies. A summary of the
significant accounting policies adopted by the City are included in Note 1 to the financial statements. As
described in Note 22 to the financial statements, during the year, the City implemented GASB Statement
No. 87, Leases. There have been no changes in existing significant accounting policies or their
application during fiscal year 2023. No matters have come to our attention that would require us, under
professional standards, to inform you about (1) the methods used to account for significant unusual
transactions and (2) the effect of significant accounting policies in controversial or emerging areas for
which there is a lack of authoritative guidance or consensus.
Significant Accounting Estimates
Accounting estimates are an integral part of the financial statements prepared by management and are
based on management’s current judgment. Those judgments are normally based on knowledge and
experience about past and current events and assumptions about future events. Certain accounting
estimates are particularly sensitive because of their significance to the financial statements and because
of the possibility that future events affecting them may differ markedly from management’s current
judgment. The most sensitive estimates affecting the financial statements are:
- Management’s estimate of depreciation expense is based on estimated useful lives of the capital
assets held by the City.
- Management’s estimates regarding pension and OPEB liabilities were based on various actuarial
assumptions regarding projected salaries, market trends, and expected mortality.
- Management’s estimates regarding allowances on receivables were based on historical collection
rates.
- Management’s estimates of amortization expense, related to leases, is based on the terms of the
specific lease agreement. The discount rate, related to leases, is either based on a rate stated/implied
within the lease agreement, if available, or an estimate based on similar type arrangements.
We evaluated the key factors and assumptions used to develop the above estimates and determined that
they are reasonable in relation to the financial statements taken as a whole and in relation to the
applicable opinion units.
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Financial Statement Disclosures
Certain financial statement disclosures involve significant judgment and are particularly sensitive
because of their significance to financial statement users. The most sensitive disclosures affecting the
City’s financial statements relate to: depreciation, pension and OPEB liabilities, and fair value estimates.
Significant Unusual Transactions
For purposes of this communication, professional standards require us to communicate to you significant
unusual transactions identified during our audit. The following significant unusual transactions identified
as a result of our audit procedures were brought to the attention of management: none noted
Significant Difficulties Encountered during the Audit
We encountered no significant difficulties in dealing with management relating to the performance of the
audit.
Uncorrected and Corrected Misstatements
For purposes of this communication, professional standards require us to accumulate all known and likely
misstatements identified during the audit, other than those that we believe are trivial, and communicate
them to the appropriate level of management. Further, professional standards require us to also
communicate the effect of uncorrected misstatements related to prior periods on the relevant classes of
transactions, account balances or disclosures, and the financial statements as a whole and each
applicable opinion unit. Management has corrected all identified misstatements.
In addition, professional standards require us to communicate to you all material, corrected
misstatements that were brought to the attention of management as a result of our audit procedures. The
attached misstatements that we identified as a result of our audit procedures were brought to the attention
of, and corrected by, management.
Disagreements with Management
For purposes of this letter, professional standards define a disagreement with management as a matter,
whether or not resolved to our satisfaction, concerning a financial accounting, reporting, or audit matter,
which could be significant to the City’s financial statements or the auditor’s report. No such
disagreements arose during the course of the audit.
Circumstances that Affect the Form and Content of the Auditor’s Report
For purposes of this letter, professional standards require that we communicate any circumstances that
affect the form and content of our auditor’s report. None Noted
Representations Requested from Management
We have requested certain written representations from management, which are included in the attached
letter.
Management Consultations with Other Accountants
In some cases, management may decide to consult with other accountants about auditing and accounting
matters, similar to obtaining a “second opinion” on certain situations. If a consultation involves application
of an accounting principle to the City’s financial statements or a determination of the type of auditor’s
opinion that may be expressed on those statements, our professional standards require the consulting
accountant to check with us to determine that the consultant has all the relevant facts. Management
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informed us that, and to our knowledge, there were no consultations with other accountants regarding
auditing and accounting matters.
Other Significant Matters, Findings or Issues
In the normal course of our professional association with the City, we generally discuss a variety of
matters, including the application of accounting principles and auditing standards, significant events or
transactions that occurred during the year, operating and regulatory conditions affecting the City, and
operating plans and strategies that may affect the risks of material misstatement. However, none of the
matters discussed resulted in a condition to our retention as the City’s auditors.
Other Matters
We applied certain limited procedures to the required information, which is required supplemental
information (RSI) that supplement the basic financial statements (as listed on the table of contents in the
audit report). Our procedures consisted of inquiries of management regarding the methods of preparing
the information and comparing the information for consistency with management’s responses to our
inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic
financial statements. We did not audit the RSI and do not express an opinion or provide any assurance
on the RSI.
We were engaged to report on supplemental information which accompany the financial statements but
are not RSI. With respect to the supplemental information, we made certain inquiries of management
and evaluated the form, content, and methods of preparing the information to determine that the
information complies with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the
method of preparing it has not changed from the prior period, and the information is appropriate and
complete in relation to our audit of the financial statements. We compared and reconciled the
supplemental information to the underlying accounting records used to prepare the financial statements
or to the financial statements themselves.
Restriction on Use
This report is intended solely for the information and use of the City Council and management of City of
McHenry and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.
Very truly yours,
Eccezion
Consulting • CPAs • Technology
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Client:City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Workpaper:General Fund AJEs Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
100-04-6945 DEVELOPMENT EXPENSE 5,607.00
100-2160 SALES TAX DUE 5,607.00
Total 5,607.00 5,607.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
100-2500 FUND BALANCE 861,324.00
100-00-3130 TAXES-STATE INCOME 861,324.00
Total 861,324.00 861,324.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 3
100-01-3882 REIMB-MISC 4,805.00
100-1990 CASH IN POOL 4,805.00
Total 4,805.00 4,805.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 4
100-04-6945 DEVELOPMENT EXPENSE 25,000.00
100-2160 SALES TAX DUE 25,000.00
Total 25,000.00 25,000.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 5
100-22-3180 GRANTS 5,790.00
100-22-3883 REIMB-OFFICERS TRAINING 5,790.00
Total 5,790.00 5,790.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustments above:
Client Signature
Date
Recored Fabrik Sales Tax Rebate Acrrual
Prior Period Adjustment to Adjust for FY'22 Accrual of Income Taxes
Cash in Pool Offset Entry from Revolving Loan Fund to Write Off Bad Debt
Related to Woof & Run Business Rentention Loan
Accrue for 1/3 of Fixed Sales Tax Rebate Associated with Advance Real Estate
Agreement
Reclass IL Law Enforcement Training Reimbursement
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8/14/2023
12:53 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:200 - Tourism Fund
Workpaper:200 - Tourism Fund AJE's Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
200-00-7600 LOAN INTEREST 80.00
200-00-7610 LOAN PRINCIPAL PAYMENT 80.00
Total 80.00 80.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
200-2100 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 2,000.00
200-00-5110 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 2,000.00
Total 2,000.00 2,000.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjust McHenry Savings Bank Loan Payment Amounts between Interest and
Principal to tie to Amortization Schedule
Prorate McHenry County Convention Dues Invoice in Accounts Payable
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8/14/2023
1:16 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:270 - Motor Fuel Tax Fund
Workpaper:270 - Motor Fuel Tax Adjusting Journal Entries Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
270-1180 DUE FROM OTHER GOV'T UNITS 24,711.00
270-00-3150 MFT-ALLOTMENTS FROM STATE 24,711.00
Total 24,711.00 24,711.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Record FY'23 MFT High Growth Payment
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10/16/2023
12:18 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:280 - Developer Donations Fund
Workpaper:280 - Developer Donations Adjusting Journal Entries Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
280-41-8800 PARK PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS 7,058.00
280-2103 RETENTION PAYABLE 7,058.00
Total 7,058.00 7,058.00
I have reviwed and agree with the adjustments above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
Record Retention Payable
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10/16/2023
12:20 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:290 - TIF Fund
Workpaper:290 - TIF AJE's Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
290-00-3890 MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 12,729.00
290-00-8900 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 12,729.00
Total 12,729.00 12,729.00
290-00-8900 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 40,687.00
290-2103 RETENTION PAYABLE 40,687.00
Total 40,687.00 40,687.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustments above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
Reclass Riverside Dr Parking Lot Project Expense Reimbursement
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
Record Retention Payable
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Client:City of McHenry
Engagement:
Period Ending:
Trial Balance:
Workpaper:
City of McHenry
4/30/2023
424-Lakewood SSA #4
Lakewood SSA #4
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
424-2270 DEFERRED PROPERTY TAXES 543.00
424-1150 PROPERTY TAXES RECEIVABLE 543.00
Total 543.00 543.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjust Property Tax Receivable and Deferral
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8/14/2023
1:11 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:440 - Capital Improvements Fund
Workpaper:440 - Capital Improvements AJES
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
440-00-3837 UNREALIZED GAIN/LOSS 4,268.00
440-2500 FUND BALANCE 4,268.00
Total 4,268.00 4,268.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustments above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjust Fund Balance for Account Balance Entered Backwards during FY'22 Audit.
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10/12/2023
8:19 AM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:510 - Water/Sewer Fund
Workpaper:510 - Water Sewer Adjusting Journal Entries Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
510-31-3836 GAIN/LOSS ON SALE 26,760.00
510-31-3920 PROCEEDS FIXED ASSET SALE 26,760.00
Total 26,760.00 26,760.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
510-2444 IMRF DEFERRED OUTFLOWS-ACT EVAL 702,451.00
510-2445 IMRF DEFERRED OUTFLOWS-CONT AFTER 14,085.00
510-2448 IMRF - DEFERRED INFLOWS 767,546.00
510-31-4420 EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION - IMRF 66,073.00
510-32-4420 EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION - IMRF 121,517.00
510-35-4420 EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION - IMRF 98,905.00
510-2443 IMRF NET PENSION LIABILITY 1,770,577.00
Total 1,770,577.00 1,770,577.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 3
510-2449 DEFERRED OUTFLOWS - OPEB 70,647.00
510-99-9930 OPEB EXPENSE 124,861.00
510-2450 NET OPEB LIABILITY 44,929.00
510-2451 DEFERRED INFLOWS - OPEB 131,032.00
510-99-9940 OPEB CONTRIBUTIONS 19,547.00
Total 195,508.00 195,508.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 4
510-32-4010 SALARIES-REGULAR 3,961.00
510-35-4010 SALARIES - REGULAR 1,977.00
510-2170 COMPENSATED ABSENCES 5,038.00
510-31-4010 SALARIES-REGULAR 900.00
Total 5,938.00 5,938.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 5
510-1387 ACCUM DEPREC - VEHICLES 14,868.00
510-1307 VEHICLES 14,868.00
Total 14,868.00 14,868.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 6
510-1999 LESSOR LEASE RECEIVABLE - AT&T 504,581.17
510-31-3845 RENTAL INCOME 4,302.95
510-2530 DEFERRED REVENUE 508,884.12
Total 508,884.12 508,884.12
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Record GASB 68 IMRF Activity
Remove Prior Year Gain/Loss on Sale of Fixed Assets and Related Proceeds
Record GASB 75 Activity
Adjust Compensated Absences for FY'22 Audit AJE not reversed out before FY'23
Accrual was Recorded
Record Disposal of 2008 Ford F350 Add-ons Fixed Asset
Adjust for GASB 87 Lessor Lease - AT&T
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8/14/2023
1:45 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:620 - Information Technology Fund
Workpaper:620 - Information Technology Fund AJE Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
620-00-3210 INTEREST INCOME 1.00
620-2310 CAPITAL LEASE PAYABLE 1.00
Total 1.00 1.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
620-00-4420 EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION - IMRF 34,577.00
620-2444 IMRF DEFERRED OUTLFOWS-ACTUARIAL REPORT 74,044.00
620-2445 IMRF DEF OUTFLOWS - CONTR MADE AFTER MEAS DATE 402.00
620-2448 IMRF - DEFFERED INFLOWS 112,775.00
620-2443 IMRF NET PENSION LIABILITY 221,798.00
Total 221,798.00 221,798.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 3
620-00-9930 OPEB EXPENSE 3,820.00
620-2449 DEFERRED OUTFLOWS - OPEB 2,949.00
620-2450 NET OPEB LIABILITY 2,828.00
620-00-9940 OPEB CONTRIBUTIONS 2,275.00
620-2451 DEFERRED INFLOWS - OPEB 7,322.00
Total 9,597.00 9,597.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
Zero Out Capital Lease Payable Account - Lease Paid Off in FY'23
Record GASB 68 IMRF Activity
Record GASB 75 Activity
1 of 1
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8/15/2023
1:16 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:720 - Developmental Escrow Fund
Workpaper:720 - Developmental Escrow Fund AJEs
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
720-2130 DEPOSITS-DUE CUSTOMERS 6,855.00
720-00-9999 REVENUE/EXPENSE CLOSING 24.00
720-2500 FUND BALANCE 6,831.00
Total 6,855.00 6,855.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
Remove Liability and Setup Fund Balance
1 of 1
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8/14/2023
12:51 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:740 - Retained Personnel Escrow Fund
Workpaper:740 - Retained Personnel Escrow AJEs Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
740-1200 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-OTHER 49,204.00
740-2500 FUND BALANCE 49,204.00
Total 49,204.00 49,204.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Record Beginning Fund Balance and Adjust Revenue and Expense Activity
to Actual
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Client:City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:750- Revolving Loan Fund
Workpaper:Revolving Loan Fund Adjusting Entries Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
750-1990 CASH IN POOL 4,805.00
750-1210 LOAN RECEIVABLE- BUS RETENTION L 4,805.00
Total 4,805.00 4,805.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) above:
Client Signature
Date
Write off Woof & Run Business Retention Loan Receivable Balance
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8/14/2023
1:08 PM
Client:City of McHenry - City of McHenry
Engagement:City of McHenry
Period Ending:4/30/2023
Trial Balance:760 - Police Pension Fund
Workpaper:760 - Police Pension AJE's Report
Account Description W/P Ref Debit Credit
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 1
760-00-3210 INTEREST INCOME 18,648.00
760-00-3836 GAIN/LOSS ON SALE 18,648.00
Total 18,648.00 18,648.00
Adjusting Journal Entries JE # 2
760-00-3882 REIMB-MISC 5,628.00
760-00-4930 SURVIVOR BENEFIT PAYMENTS 5,628.00
Total 5,628.00 5,628.00
I have reviewed and agree with the adjustment(s) made above:
Client Signature
Date
Reclass IPOPIF Negative Contributions Amounts from
September and December Statements
Reclass L Burg Reimbursement
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INDIVIDUAL ACTION ITEM
DATE: December 4, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Monte Johnson, Deputy City Clerk
RE: Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Meeting Minutes
ATT: Resolution, list of minutes and recordings
_____________________________________________________________________________
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY:
Pursuant to the Illinois Open Meetings Act, a semi-annual review of minutes and recordings of all closed
executive sessions that have not yet been released for public review must be conducted semi-annually.
BACKGROUND:
The determination of which minutes, if any that may be released is based on the advice of legal counsel.
The Act also permits the destruction of executive session recordings that exists more than 18 months after
the date the meeting was recorded.
Executive Session minutes recommended for approval and release: 6/19/23, 7/17/23, 10/16/23,
10/26/23, 10/30/23. All of these minutes are set for approval and there is no need for confidentiality.
Executive Session minutes recommended for approval but to remain confidential: 8/21/23, 11/6/23,
11/20/23. The topics of these discussions have not yet been resolved and need to remain confidential.
The closed session recordings from 2/22/22, 3/21/22, 4/5/22, 4/18/22, and 5/16/22 are scheduled to be
destroyed at this time.
Recommendation: If Council concurs, then it is recommended a motion is made in Open Session to
pass the attached Resolution approving the destruction of any executive session recordings that
exist more than 18 months, and for the release of certain minutes, and to keep certain minutes
confidential.
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RESOLUTION 23-
WHEREAS, the Illinois Open Meetings Act specifies that Executive Session minutes be reviewed at least
once every six months; and
WHEREAS, upon advice from Counsel, the McHenry City Council recommends the approval of the
following Executive Session Minutes:
6/19/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
7/17/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
8/21/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11) Litigation
10/16/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
10/26/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
10/30/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
11/6/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(5) Purchase or Lease of Real Property
11/20/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(5, 11,1) Purchase or Lease of Real Property, Litigation, Employment
WHEREAS, upon advice from Counsel, the McHenry City Council recommends the release of the
following Executive Session Minutes:
6/19/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
7/17/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
10/16/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
10/26/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
10/30/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) Employment of Specific Employees
WHEREAS, upon advice from Counsel, the McHenry City Council recommends the following Executive
Session Minutes must remain confidential:
8/21/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11) Litigation
11/6/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(5) Purchase or Lease of Real Property
11/20/23 5ILCS 120/2(c)(5, 11,1) Purchase or Lease of Real Property, Litigation, Employment
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as specified in the Illinois Open Meetings Act that
authorization is hereby granted to destroy all Executive Session recordings that exists more than 18 months prior to
the date of this Resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution shall be made a permanent part of the City Council
minutes.
Passed this 4th day of December, 2023.
Ayes Nays Absent Abstain
Alderwoman Bassi _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Glab _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Koch _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman McClatchey _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderwoman Miller _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Santi _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Strach _____ _____ _____ _____
______________________ ________________________
Wayne Jett, Mayor Monte Johnson, Deputy City Clerk
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Bill Hobson, Director of Parks and Recreation
McHenry Recreation Center
3636 Municipal Drive
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2160
Fax: (815) 363-3119
www.ci.mchenry.il.us/park_recreation
CONSENT AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
DATE: December 4, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson, Director of Parks and Recreation
RE: McHenry ShamRocks the Fox St. Patrick’s Day Festival
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY: Authorization to host the McHenry ShamRocks the Fox event to
include 1) temporary use permit to allow an event tent at 1202 Riverside Drive (Miller Point) and
live music on Friday 3/17, Saturday 3/18 and Sunday 3/19; 2) special event liquor license for the
sale of beer, wine and malt beverages; 3) permit open carry of alcoholic beverages in plastic cups
throughout Green Street and Riverside Drive areas; 4) closure of certain sections of Kane Ave,
Green Street Pearl Street, Riverside Drive, Broad Street, Park Street and Court Street from 11:45
AM to approximately 1:00 PM for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade; and 5) closure of Pearl Street from
Riverside Drive to River Road from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM during the dyeing of the Fox River and
the parade.
BACKGROUND:
This city has partnered with local service organizations for a several years for the 5K “Shamrock
Shuffle” and a St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Kiwanis Club Shamrock Shuffle begins and ends at
East Campus High School and has kicked off the day at 7am, typically lasting 2 hours. The parade
is organized by the City of McHenry staff. For the last few years, the parade has been on Kane
Avenue and stepped off at 12pm. The parade heads north on Green Street turning east on Pearl
Street, north on Riverside Drive, wraps around and returns to Veterans Memorial Park via Broad
Street.
The City is the only community in McHenry County that offers a St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The
parade has gained the city some notoriety, which has led to the opportunity for expanding the
event and accomplishing the city’s goal of increasing awareness of our downtown and utilization
of the Fox River.
The city is once again proposing to partner with Blarney Island to dye the Fox River green on St.
Patrick’s Day between Weber Park and the Route 120 Bridge. The only other river dyeing event
occurs in the City of Chicago. This opportunity lends itself to creating a festival atmosphere
throughout the Green Street and Riverside Drive areas and for the city to create an epicenter for
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the event at Miller Point. “Event central” would include a large tent with heaters, bar, sound,
stage and lighting. Live music would be in the tent on Friday 3/15 from 5pm – 11pm, Saturday
3/16 from 11a m – 11pm and on Sunday 3/17 from 12 – 6:30pm. Alcohol service of beer, wine
and malt beverages would be available on Friday from 5pm – 10:45pm, Saturday from 11am to
10:45pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 6:45pm.
A key element of the event is the open carry of alcohol in the areas delineated by the Riverwalk
to the south, Pearl Street to the north, Green Street between Waukegan Road and Pearl Street,
and River Road between Pearl/Lincoln and Route 120 to the west. Proposed hours for open carry
are 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday and 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday. This would allow the
flow of event patrons throughout downtown, encouraging businesses to have specials similar to
the annual Taste of McHenry currently sponsored by the Downtown Business Association three
times each year.
ANALYSIS:
Identified in the Strategic Plan completed by the City in the fall of 2013, were seven opportunities,
two of which correlate to this proposed event - Utilization of the Fox River as a marketing tool
and Public Event Coordination. This event provides the City with the opportunity to draw visitors
to the downtown area and businesses.
Building on solid partnerships and strong events, the City can become a weekend destination
through the introduction of this event. McHenry will become a destination that people will
return to repeatedly to visit our restaurants and shops. Often the challenge is to get visitors here
for the first time. Staff believes that “McHenry ShamRocks the Fox” is an event accomplish this.
Although the City would be the lead organizer for the event, the development of partnerships
that has already begun and taking advantage of each partner’s strengths, will lead to a successful
event.
The proposed event schedule is as follows:
“McHenry ShamRocks the Fox”
Event Framework
Friday March 15th : 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Live Music – 5pm to 11pm
Alcohol Sales – 5pm to 10:45pm
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Saturday March 16th: 7:00am to 11:00pm
Shamrock Shuffle – 7:00 to 9:00am
Fox River Dyeing – 10:00am
Viewing at Weber Park, Pearl Street Bridge and Miller Point
Parade – 12:00pm
Live Music – 11am to 11pm
Alcohol Sales – 11am to 10:45pm
Open Carry throughout downtown from 11am to 6pm to encourage flow
to other venues downtown
Sunday March 17th: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Live Music – 12:00pm to 6:45pm
Alcohol Sales – 12:00pm to 6:45pm
Open Carry throughout downtown from 12:00pm to 6:00pm to
encourage flow to other venues downtown
Fireworks show on the point –7:00pm
The parameters for this event were established utilizing standards from city partnerships in other
events. Event times mirror those for Fiesta Days and Blues, Brews and BBQ’s, as does the concept
of the alcohol service. In this instance, instead of volunteers serving, staff from Blarney Island
who are trained, and BASSET certified would staff the bar. Mr. Rob Hardman, owner of Blarney
Island would also organize the live music in the tent and the City has reached out to local
restaurants to identify food vendors in the tent.
Open carry of alcoholic beverages is a key component to the success of the event. It takes
advantage of a concept the city currently allows for the Sidewalk Sales portion of Fiesta Days and
the Chamber of Commerce’s popular Downtown Uncorked Wine Walk. The goal of allowing
patrons to move throughout the downtown business area during the hours of 11:00pm to
6:00pm on Saturday and 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM on Sunday is to create a flow that introduces new
visitors to the many great businesses located in the downtown areas. It encourages businesses
to have specials that could be advertised in the main event tent and create new partnerships.
Police Chief Birk has been consulted and is supportive of this concept. Officers would be
positioned at key intersections to ensure vehicular and pedestrian safety throughout the
downtown areas.
Staff has discussed the event with multiple downtown businesses with the message that the city
is not looking to detract from their St. Patrick’s Day offerings or compete with them in anyway.
The goal is to partner with businesses wherever possible to create a long-lasting and sustainable
event that takes advantage of the Fox River and the Riverwalk and downtown areas, and an event
that will draw many new visitors to McHenry. To be clear, the city is not looking to profit from
this event, only to cover costs and bring new visitors to McHenry.
There were just over $70,000 in expenses to host the event in 2023 however despite frigid
weather the event was successful with a bottom-line profit after all expenses of over $1,000. This
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money was returned to the Tourism Fund. With the impact of last year’s event and timing, it
would be hopeful to garner more sponsorships for the event and its aspects this year.
As a note, the street closures associated with the parade are typical. One exception is the
additional closure of what amounts to the Pearl Street Bridge for spectators to view the dyeing
of the river as safely as possible.
In summary, this is a rare event opportunity. This event continues to make McHenry a
destination in Northern Illinois on St. Patrick’s Day and other days via car or boat throughout the
year.
RECOMMENDATION:
Therefore, if Council concurs, it is recommended that a motion be considered to approve: 1)
temporary use permit to allow an event tent at 1202 Riverside Drive (Miller Point) with live
music on Friday 3/17 from 5pm to 11pm, Saturday 3/18 from 11am to 11pm and Sunday 3/19
from 12pm to 6:45pm; 2) special event liquor license to permit the sale of beer, wine and malt
beverages at Miller Point on Friday 3/17 from 5pm to 10:45pm, Saturday 3/18 from 11am –
10:45pm and Sunday 3/19 from 12pm to 6:30pm; 3) open carry of alcoholic beverages in plastic
cups throughout Green Street and Riverside Drive Areas on 3/18 from 11pm – 6pm and on 3/19
from 12pm – 6pm; 4) street closures of Kane Avenue from Center to Green, Green Street from
Kane Avenue to Pearl Street, Pearl Street from Green Street to Riverside Drive, and on Riverside
Drive from Pearl Street to Broad Street and Broad Street to Court Street in conjunction with
the St. Patrick’s Day Parade from 11:45 am to approximately 1pm); and 5) closure of Pearl
Street from Riverside Drive to River Road from 10 am to 1pm to allow pedestrians to view the
river dyeing.
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MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, November 20, 2023, 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, Alderwoman
Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present
Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Director of Community Development Polerecky,
Finance Director Lynch-absent, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of
Economic Development Martin, Chief of Police Birk, City Planner Sheriff-absent, Director of
Public Works Wirch, Deputy Clerk Johnson, and City Clerk Ramel.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the pledge.
Public Comment: none
Consent Agenda. Motion to Approve the following Consent Agenda Items as presented:
A. Resolution establishing the date and time of Monday, December 18, 2023, at 7:00 pm
for conducting a Public Hearing for establishing the 2022 City of McHenry Property Tax
Levy in the amount of $3,074,352 and, upon closing the Public Hearing, the
consideration of the 2023 Property Tax Levy Ordinance in the amount of $3,074,352.
(Finance Director Lynch)
B. Ordinance Establishing Employees’ Rights to Paid Leave. (City Attorney McArdle)
C. Public improvements for Continental 601 Fund LLC (Authentix Apartments) and approve
a reduction of the current bond and allow Continental 601 Fund LLC to be placed on a
two-year maintenance bond for these improvements. (Community Development
Director Polerecky)
D. Motion to authorize the release of two (2) easements no longer needed by the City of
McHenry. (City Attorney McArdle)
F. Issuance of Checks in the amount of $987,354.25
G. As Needed Checks in the amount of $1,978,571.28
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A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman McClatchey to
approve the Consent Agenda Item as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi,
Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
*Clerks Note: This item was pulled by Alderwoman Bassi to adjust the wording on the final
minutes from the last meeting. These will be adjusted on the final copy.
E. November 6, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Koch to approve
the Consent Agenda Item as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Individual Action Item Agenda:
A. Huff & Huff, Inc. Environmental Assessment
Motion to authorize the execution of a proposal by Huff & Huff, Inc. for the completion
of additional environmental assessment work on city-owned property at Elm Street and
Green Street not to exceed $15,000. (Staff)
$13,150 is the proposal total amount confirmed.
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, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays. 0-abstained. Motion approved.
No public comment.
Discussion Item Agenda
A. Direction Regarding New Video Gaming Establishments
Mayor Jett and Deputy Clerk Johnson would like further feedback and direction from the
council.
Alderman McClatchey is not in favor of video gaming parlors.
Alderwoman Bassi stated that she agrees, not comfortable with the parlors.
Alderman Glab talked about the history of gaming and stated that the council at that time was
ready to approve video gaming to support business here at that time. Unfortunately, stated that
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some of the gaming that came into town and now many want gaming, would like them to be
willing to be open for a year before they do receive the gaming license. Should be very careful
as they move forward, stating that it is getting diversified and the income that the businesses
get with more of the gaming, that it has gotten a lot larger.
Alderwoman Miller would like to see a business plan before gaming could be added to revenue
for the business but needs to stand alone without it. Would like to see a business have a history
before the gaming, concerned over some of the approvals that have been done.
Alderman Santi talked about the history of business the establishment and revenue increment
of local owners and how they reinvest in the city.
Alderwoman Bassi wanted to know who approves the 6 terminals the state does, want to know
if we could do less, yes, confirmed by Mayor Jett.
Administrator Morefield stated there are 184 machines in town, revenue has gone up every
year at least 10-15% per year. There is a gaming website that allows a monthly comparison
year over year as well for any establishment including the total revenue.
Alderman Koch wanted to know what class A means, and confirmed it is a bar. Truck stops
can as well like a Trio.
Alderman Strach commented if there is another aspect to the business has no issue with
gaming
Attorney McArdle, stated some standards need to be followed to allow for the license regarding
liquor. Gaming stated no line can be drawn but the direction is what is needed from the council.
Deputy Clerk Johnson stated that he gets a call every week turning those down that are a
restaurant or bar, however, those cafes are being told no, per the last four years. He has a
concern about what to say to the concerns that are being brought to him now. Needs some
guidance on how to proceed.
Mayor Jett stated that if they are told no and then they come to the council it makes it hard, to
want to be on the same page.
Alderman Glab stated that we should not refuse but explain what the policy has been to apply
and bring it to the council, letting them know it is highly unlikely.
Chief Birk clarified the license types needed for gaming.
Alderman Santi stated to allow the businesses to make the call and have it come back to the
council.
Alderwoman Miller spoke about the corn beef factory and that the food sales need to be greater
than the gaming sales, maybe that could be incorporated by Deputy Clerk Johnson.
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This conversation went on for some time, stating that bringing these requests to the council
may be the best moving forward.
Staff Reports:
Provided the 1st meeting of each month.
Director Polerecky stated that there is a planning workshop, per his email to the council. He
is encouraging those to come if they would like it to be interactive based and the council
import would be welcomed along with the Planning and Zoning Board is invited as well.
Mayor’s Report: Mayor Jett talked about the 4 bands that were disclosed for the Rise Up
Foundation. There will be 10 national acts, he will keep the council up to date.
Alderman McClatchy asked about the leaf contract, it was in writing per Director Wirch, they
are back on schedule Flood Brothers is back on track.
Alderman Glab stated that he called Flood Brothers this weekend, and stated that one of
the constituents that the leaves were not picked up, when they called the office stated there
were no trucks out there, however was confirmed to Alderman Glab that they did go out
and are trying, did hear back promptly. Would like a weekly report on where they are at with
that.
Alderwoman Bassi thanked Director Wirch for his communication regarding Flood Brothers
and the delay in the leaf pick-up.
Alderwoman Miller would like there to be a new plan for leaf pickup next year.
Alderman Santi asked if we could bring this back as a discussion item, and it was agreed
to do so.
City Council Comments: None
Executive Session Items:
5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11) Pending Litigation
5 ILCS 12/2 (c) (5) Property Acquisition
5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1) Employment of Employee
A motion was made by Alderwoman Bassi seconded by Alderman Strach to adjourn
to Executive Session at 7:46 p.m. Executive Session – To discuss: 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)
(11) Pending Litigation, 5 ILCS 12/2 (c) (5) Property Acquisition, 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1)
Employment of Employee
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Mayor Jett reconvened the meeting from the Executive Session at 9:41 p.m. A motion
was made by Alderman Bassi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to return to an open
session. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman McClatchey,
Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-
abstained. Motion carried.
Motion to authorize the City Attorney and Sher Edling, LLP to opt the City out of the pending
class actions relating to PFOS; PFOA, and PFAS pollutants (City Attorney McArdle).
A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Koch to approve
Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays. 0-abstained. Motion approved.
No public comment.
Motion to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Option Agreement to acquire the
property and building located at 1219 Green Street. (Staff)
A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Strach to approve
Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays. 0-abstained. Motion approved.
No public comment.
Motion to authorize the execution of an Employment Agreement for the position of City
Administrator. Subject to the final negotiations, by the Mayor
The new administrator Suzanne Ostrovsky would be the newly named Administrator who
would be accepting the position.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve
Individual Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays. 0-abstained. Motion approved.
No public comment.
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Adjourn: A motion was made by Alderman Strach and seconded by Alderman Santi to
adjourn the meeting at 9:46 pm. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab,
Alderman McClatchey, Alderwoman Bassi, Alderman Strach, Alderman Koch, Alderwoman
Miller. 0-nay-, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
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Expense Approval Register
McHenry, IL List of Bills City Council Meeting - 12-4-23
Vendor Name Payable Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number Amount
Vendor: BAKER & SON CO, PETER
BAKER & SON CO, PETER 44675 12/04/2023 SFC 100-33-6110 293.48
BAKER & SON CO, PETER 44797 12/04/2023 SFC 100-33-6110 273.76
Vendor BAKER & SON CO, PETER Total:
567.24
Vendor: BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, THE
BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, CT2010119 11-1-23 12/04/2023 IL TAXABLE GOB 2020B 300-00-7100 1,100,000.00
BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON,
CT2010119 11-1-23 12/04/2023 IL TAXABLE GOB 2020B 300-00-7200 282,536.25
Vendor BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, THE Total: 1,382,536.25
Vendor: BAXTER & WOODMAN
BAXTER & WOODMAN 252630 12/04/2023 SVS 510-31-8500 2,147.50
BAXTER & WOODMAN 252636 12/04/2023 RIVERSIDE SIDEWALK GAP 100-01-8900 2,258.75
Vendor BAXTER & WOODMAN Total: 4,406.25
Vendor: BENCHMARK CONSTRUCTION CO, INC
BENCHMARK CONSTRUCTION 2328 12/04/2023 2023 SANITARY SEWER LINING 510-32-8500 176,152.00
Vendor BENCHMARK CONSTRUCTION CO, INC Total: 176,152.00
Vendor: CHICAGOLAND PAVING CONTRACTORS, INC
CHICAGOLAND PAVING 238801 12/04/2023 N RIVERSIDE DR PARKING LOT 100-01-8900 201,341.74
Vendor CHICAGOLAND PAVING CONTRACTORS, INC Total:
201,341.74
Vendor: COMED
COMED INV0015352 12/04/2023 UTIL 100-45-5510 25.23
COMED INV0015353 12/04/2023 UTIL 510-32-5510 37.12
Vendor COMED Total:
62.35
Vendor: CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY
INV0015359 12/04/2023 UTIL 100-33-5520 18.74
Vendor CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC Total:
18.74
Vendor: FOX VALLEY FIRE & SAFETY
FOX VALLEY FIRE & SAFETY IN00643129 12/04/2023 MAINT 10/16-11/15/23 225-00-5110 3,132.00
Vendor FOX VALLEY FIRE & SAFETY Total: 3,132.00
Vendor: JH EVENTS AND FLOWERS, INC
JH EVENTS AND FLOWERS, INC
5541 12/04/2023 ALDERMAN SANTI FATHER 100-01-6940 63.00
Vendor JH EVENTS AND FLOWERS, INC Total:63.00
Vendor: MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926 12/04/2023 SEPTEMBER 4 WEKS AND 100-33-5110 1,901.52
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926 12/04/2023 SEPTEMBER 4 WEKS AND MAIN 100-33-5110 635.00
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926 12/04/2023 SEPTEMBER 4 WEKS AND MAIN
100-45-5110 13,192.84
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926 12/04/2023 SEPTEMBER 4 WEKS AND 100-45-5110 210.00
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926-2 12/04/2023 BANK 2 SEPTEMBER MOWS 510-31-5110 480.32
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33926-2 12/04/2023 BANK 2 SEPTEMBER MOWS 510-32-5110 364.80
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWING AND 100-33-5110 2,376.90
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWING AND 100-33-5110 655.00
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWING AND 100-45-5110 16,491.05
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWING AND 100-45-5110 210.00
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991-2 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWS -2 510-31-5110 600.40
MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC 33991-2 12/04/2023 OCTOBER MOWS -2 510-32-5110 456.00
Vendor MARK 1 LANDSCAPE, INC Total: 37,573.83
Vendor: MORTON SALT
MORTON SALT 5402918732 12/04/2023 BULK SALT 100-33-6110 17,843.91
MORTON SALT 5402919893 12/04/2023 BULK SALT 100-33-6110 16,023.50
Vendor MORTON SALT Total: 33,867.41
Vendor: NICOR GAS
NICOR GAS INV0015354 12/04/2023 UTIL 100-42-5510 319.40
11/29/2023 10:04:23 AM
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Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
NICOR GAS
INV0015354
12/04/2023
UTIL
100-43-5510
81.72
NICOR GAS
INV0015354
12/04/2023
UTIL
100-45-5510
297.58
NICOR GAS INV0015354 12/04/2023 UTIL 100-46-5510 47.31
NICOR GAS
INV0015354
12/04/2023
UTIL
400-00-5510
360.63
NICOR GAS
INV0015355
12/04/2023
UTIL
510-31-5510
853.71
NICOR GAS
INV0015355
12/04/2023
UTIL
510-32-5510
6,044.21
Vendor NICOR GAS Total:
8,004.56
Vendor: US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE
515948057
12/04/2023
PW COPIER
620-00-5110
336.21
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE
il23-11-104
12/04/2023
WATER WELL #7 PUMP AND
510-31-8500
54,040.50
Vendor US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE Total:
54,376.71
Grand Total:
1,902,102.08
11/29/2023 10:04:23 AM
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Expense Approval Register Packet: APPKT02862 - 12-4-23 AP CKS
Fund Summary
Fund
Expense Amount
100 - GENERAL FUND
274,560.43
225 - ALARM BOARD FUND 3,132.00
300 - DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND
1,382,536.25
400 - RECREATION CENTER FUND
360.63
510 - WATER/SEWER FUND
241,176.56
620 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND
336.21
Grand Total:
1,902,102.08
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McHenry, IL #2 List City Council Meeting 12-4-23
Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
Vendor: ADAMS STEEL SERVICE & SUPPLY, INC
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE & 386054 12/04/2023 Nitrogen Refill # 386054 510-32-6110 52.75
Vendor ADAMS STEEL SERVICE & SUPPLY, INC Total:
52.75
Vendor: ALLDATA LLC
ALLDATA LLC INVC03522884 12/04/2023 ALLDATA Annual Subscription 620-00-5110 1,500.00
Vendor ALLDATA LLC Total:
1,500.00
Vendor: ALTORFER INDUSTRIES, INC
ALTORFER INDUSTRIES, INC
PM6A0021398
12/04/2023
Generator bank load test
100-23-5110
1,941.00
Vendor ALTORFER INDUSTRIES, INC Total:
1,941.00
Vendor: APCO INTERNATIONAL INC
APCO INTERNATIONAL INC
00085929
12/04/2023
CTO Training
100-23-5430
535.00
APCO INTERNATIONAL INC
1031704
12/04/2023
Membership Dues
100-23-5430
972.00
Vendor APCO INTERNATIONAL INC Total:
1,507.00
Vendor: AQUA ILLINOIS
AQUA ILLINOIS
MS4748100
12/04/2023
9/20-11/19 AQUA READS
510-32-5110
162.60
Vendor AQUA ILLINOIS Total: 162.60
Vendor: ARAMARK REFRESHMENT SERVICES LLC
ARAMARK REFRESHMENT
06932994
12/04/2023
Coffee #06932994
100-01-6110
353.10
Vendor ARAMARK REFRESHMENT SERVICES LLC Total: 353.10
Vendor: AT&T LONG DISTANCE
AT&T LONG DISTANCE
2942 11-6-23
12/04/2023
AT&T Long Distance
620-00-5320
6.90
Vendor AT&T LONG DISTANCE Total:
6.90
Vendor: AT&T
AT&T
9084244808
12/04/2023
Voice Over IP - IP-Flex
620-00-5320
389.60
Vendor AT&T Total:
389.60
Vendor: AUTO TECH CENTERS INC
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC
INV083386
12/04/2023
314/326 (83386)
100-22-5370
1,339.08
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC
INV083644
12/04/2023
225 (83644)
100-03-5370
494.84
AUTO TECH CENTERS INC
INV83666
12/04/2023
805 (83666)
510-35-5370
697.28
Vendor AUTO TECH CENTERS INC Total:
2,531.20
Vendor: BROWN EQUIPMENT
BROWN EQUIPMENT
INV23274
12/04/2023
Ball valve,hydro tube
510-32-5370
319.73
Vendor BROWN EQUIPMENT Total:
319.73
Vendor: BUSS FORD SALES
BUSS FORD SALES
5049435
12/04/2023
133 5049435
100-45-5370
152.66
BUSS FORD SALES
5049441
12/04/2023
133 5049441
100-45-5370
150.66
Vendor BUSS FORD SALES Total:
303.32
Vendor: CABAY & COMPANY INC
CABAY & COMPANY INC
68707
12/04/2023
custodial suppplies
400-00-6111
116.57
CABAY & COMPANY INC
68707
12/04/2023
custodial suppplies
400-40-6110
198.26
CABAY & COMPANY INC
68739
12/04/2023
68739
100-03-5120
374.72
Vendor CABAY & COMPANY INC Total:
689.55
Vendor: CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY
CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY
MCH023401
12/04/2023
QTY-4/ 4x4 Electrical Boxes
510-32-6110
6.70
CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY
MCH023465
12/04/2023
Oxidation Ditch Light Pole
510-32-5375
12.19
CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY MCH023506 12/04/2023 Oxidation Ditch-Electrical 510-32-5375 96.61
Vendor CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY Total:
115.50
Vendor: COLUMBIA PIPE & SUPPLY CO
COLUMBIA PIPE & SUPPLY CO
4269870
12/04/2023
valve and actuator #4269870
510-31-6110
1,552.00
Vendor COLUMBIA PIPE & SUPPLY CO Total:
1,552.00
11/29/2023 10:09:34 AM
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Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
Vendor: CONDUENT HR SERVICES LLC
CONDUENT HR SERVICES LLC
1701500
12/04/2023
OCTOBER HSA FEES
600-00-6960
85.50
Vendor CONDUENT HR SERVICES LLC Total:
85.50
Vendor: D & L MIDWEST
D & L MIDWEST
23-23211
12/04/2023
Seizure - Report 23-23211
100-22-5110
365.00
Vendor D & L MIDWEST Total:
365.00
Vendor: DAHLIN, M, PC
DAHLIN, M, PC
11-16-23
12/04/2023
OCTOBER ADJUDICATION
100-03-5110
81.00
DAHLIN, M, PC
11-16-23
12/04/2023
OCTOBER ADJUDICATION
100-22-5110
729.00
Vendor DAHLIN, M, PC Total:
810.00
Vendor: DICK BUSS & ASSOCIATES LLC
DICK BUSS & ASSOCIATES LLC
531
12/04/2023
Console repair
100-23-6110
845.00
Vendor DICK BUSS & ASSOCIATES LLC Total: 845.00
Vendor: DRYDON / A DXP COMPANY
DRYDON / A DXP COMPANY 0000749 12/04/2023 Polymer Unit Repairs INV# 510-32-5375 7,709.07
Vendor DRYDON / A DXP COMPANY Total:
7,709.07
Vendor: EBY GRAPHICS INC
EBY GRAPHICS INC
11384
12/04/2023
804 (11384)
510-35-5370
212.72
Vendor EBY GRAPHICS INC Total:
212.72
Vendor: ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC
407432-1
12/04/2023
407432-1
100-03-5120
67.00
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC
407437-1
12/04/2023
Propane
100-33-6110
185.62
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 407903-1 12/04/2023 Equipment Rentals: lift 100-45-6110 540.00
Vendor ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC Total:
792.62
Vendor: FIRST STUDENT, INC
FIRST STUDENT, INC
SF-072830
12/04/2023
Camp - Busses
100-46-6112
1,155.00
FIRST STUDENT, INC
SF-075997
12/04/2023
Camp - Busses
100-46-6112
1,155.00
FIRST STUDENT, INC
SF-078250
12/04/2023
Camp - Busses
100-46-6112
1,155.00
Vendor FIRST STUDENT, INC Total: 3,465.00
Vendor: GESKE AND SONS INC
GESKE AND SONS INC 59374 12/04/2023 HMA N50 Surface - Potholes - 100-33-6110 69.36
Vendor GESKE AND SONS INC Total:
69.36
Vendor: GILLIDSYSTEMS
GILLIDSYSTEMS
61005
12/04/2023
Rec Center - Membership Fobs
400-40-6110
470.00
Vendor GILLIDSYSTEMS Total:
470.00
Vendor: GOLDMORE MECHANICAL, LLC
GOLDMORE MECHANICAL, LLC
0511
12/04/2023
Step Screen Building Boiler
510-32-5375
495.00
Vendor GOLDMORE MECHANICAL, LLC Total: 495.00
Vendor: HACH COMPAN Y
HACH COMPANY
13762193
12/04/2023
Hach reagents
510-31-6110
460.27
Vendor HACH COMPANY Total: 460.27
Vendor: HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON
HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON 5737 12/04/2023 133 (5737) 100-45-5370 100.00
Vendor HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON Total:
100.00
Vendor: HAWKINS INC
HAWKINS INC
6620765
12/04/2023
Chemical Delivery INV#
510-32-6110
14,147.70
HAWKINS INC
6625713
12/04/2023
Demurrage
510-31-6110
110.00
HAWKINS INC 6628375 12/04/2023 Chemicals 510-31-6110 7,885.71
HAWKINS INC
6630314
12/04/2023
Chemical Delivery 6630314
510-32-6110
8,033.40
Vendor HAWKINS INC Total: 30,176.81
Vendor: HDR, INC
HDR, INC 1200572788-7 12/04/2023 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 100-03-5110 16,000.00
Vendor HDR, INC Total:
16,000.00
Vendor: HEY AND ASSOCIATES INC
HEY AND ASSOCIATES INC 23-0034-17230 12/04/2023 Miller Boatlaunch Wetland 100-33-5110 308.75
11/29/2023 10:09:34 AM
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Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
HEY AND ASSOCIATES INC
23-0034-17525
12/04/2023
Miller Boatlaunch Wetland
100-33-5110
753.75
Vendor HEY AND ASSOCIATES INC Total:
1,062.50
Vendor: HINCKLEY SPRINGS
HINCKLEY SPRINGS
11-25-23
12/04/2023
Lab Water #23840828 112523
510-32-6110
137.44
Vendor HINCKLEY SPRINGS Total:
137.44
Vendor: IACP
IACP 0316685 12/04/2023 International Chief Assoc - J. 100-22-5410 190.00
Vendor IACP Total:
190.00
Vendor: ICC
ICC 1001779559 12/04/2023 1001779559 100-03-5450 54.00
Vendor ICC Total:
54.00
Vendor: IMPRESSIVE IMAGES
IMPRESSIVE IMAGES
7080
12/04/2023
TM Logowear DW
100-06-5110
82.00
Vendor IMPRESSIVE IMAGES Total:
82.00
Vendor: INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL SOLUTIONS LLC
INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL
C58323A
12/04/2023
Dispatch tests
100-23-5110
275.00
Vendor INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL SOLUTIONS LLC Total: 275.00
Vendor: IN-PIPE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY INC
IN-PIPE TECHNOLOGY 2440 12/04/2023 Monthly Invoice # 2440 510-32-5110 8,525.00
Vendor IN-PIPE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY INC Total: 8,525.00
Vendor: KIMBALL MIDWEST
KIMBALL MIDWEST
101617002
12/04/2023
kimball stock (101617002)
100-33-5370
410.24
KIMBALL MIDWEST 101641600 12/04/2023 kimball stock (101641600) 100-33-5370 245.84
KIMBALL MIDWEST
101659566
12/04/2023
kimball stock (101659566)
510-35-5370
274.19
Vendor KIMBALL MIDWEST Total: 930.27
Vendor: KM CONSTRUCTION
KM CONSTRUCTION 2041-2 12/04/2023 Horse Barn Roof 445-00-8200 167,266.00
Vendor KM CONSTRUCTION Total:
167,266.00
Vendor: KNAPHEIDE EQUIPMENT CO-CHICAGO
KNAPHEIDE EQUIPMENT CO-
068F64519
12/04/2023
streets stock 068f64519
100-33-5370
1,646.42
Vendor KNAPHEIDE EQUIPMENT CO-CHICAGO Total:
1,646.42
Vendor: MARKS TREE SERVICE & SNOW PLOWING CORP
MARKS TREE SERVICE & SNOW
11-4-23
12/04/2023
Tree removals
100-45-5110
3,500.00
Vendor MARKS TREE SERVICE & SNOW PLOWING CORP Total:
3,500.00
Vendor: MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO
17144380
12/04/2023
Clarifier Skimmer Arm Rubber
510-32-5375
474.88
Vendor MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO Total: 474.88
Vendor: MENARDS - WOODSTOCK
MENARDS - WOODSTOCK 9976 12/04/2023 Holiday supplies 100-45-6110 143.75
Vendor MENARDS - WOODSTOCK Total:
143.75
Vendor: MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC
MID AMERICAN WATER OF
265436W
12/04/2023
Repair clamp,3/4 Corp and 3/4
510-31-6110
372.16
Vendor MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC Total:
372.16
Vendor: MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTINGS INC
MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTINGS
230257
12/04/2023
Polymer feed fitting INV#
510-32-6110
38.22
Vendor MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTINGS INC Total:
38.22
Vendor: NCL OF WISCONSIN INC
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC
495926
12/04/2023
Lab Supplies INV#
510-32-6110
445.74
Vendor NCL OF WISCONSIN INC Total: 445.74
Vendor: NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OCC HEALTH
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE 543819 12/04/2023 New Hire #543819 100-05-5110 42.00
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE
545193
12/04/2023
Randoms & New Hires #545193
100-05-5110
588.00
Vendor NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OCC HEALTH Total: 630.00
Vendor: OFFICIAL FINDERS LLC
OFFICIAL FINDERS LLC 22819 12/04/2023 Adult B-ball Officials Invoice 100-47-5110 240.00
11/29/2023 10:09:34 AM
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Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
OFFICIAL FINDERS LLC
22896
12/04/2023
Invoice 22896 Adult Basketball
100-47-5110
240.00
Vendor OFFICIAL FINDERS LLC Total:
480.00
Vendor: OLSON AUTO BODY
OLSON AUTO BODY
4872
12/04/2023
Tow 310 to Public Works
100-22-5370
45.00
Vendor OLSON AUTO BODY Total:
45.00
Vendor: ONEYS TREE FARM
ONEYS TREE FARM 345704 12/04/2023 Holiday supplies 100-45-6110 612.00
Vendor ONEYS TREE FARM Total:
612.00
Vendor: PETROCHOICE LLC
PETROCHOICE LLC 51347350 12/04/2023 October Fuel - UTY - 51347350 510-35-6250 549.96
PETROCHOICE LLC 51347359 12/04/2023 Fuel - STS - 51347359 100-33-6250 800.39
PETROCHOICE LLC
51348319
12/04/2023
Fuel - STS - 51348319
100-33-6250
1,883.52
PETROCHOICE LLC
51361471
12/04/2023
October Fuel - UTY - 51361471
510-35-6250
1,287.80
PETROCHOICE LLC
51361522
12/04/2023
Fuel - WTR - 51361522
510-31-6250
421.05
PETROCHOICE LLC 51361524 12/04/2023 Fuel - STS - 51361524 100-33-6250 2,291.02
PETROCHOICE LLC
51361525
12/04/2023
Fuel - 51361525
100-22-6250
5,441.38
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375148
12/04/2023
Fuel - UTY - 51375148
510-35-6250
932.04
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375162
12/04/2023
51375162
100-03-6250
338.22
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375163
12/04/2023
Fuel - WW - 51375163
510-32-6250
593.24
PETROCHOICE LLC 51375164 12/04/2023 Fuel - WTR - 51375164 510-31-6250 198.87
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375165
12/04/2023
Parks Fuel: 51375165
100-45-6250
629.38
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375166
12/04/2023
Fuel - STS - 51375166
100-33-6250
2,837.24
PETROCHOICE LLC
51375167
12/04/2023
Fuel - 51375167
100-22-6250
4,987.61
Vendor PETROCHOICE LLC Total:
23,191.72
Vendor: POWER DMS, INC
POWER DMS, INC
INV-44858
12/04/2023
PowerFTO Subscription & Setup
620-00-5110
4,175.00
Vendor POWER DMS, INC Total:
4,175.00
Vendor: PRIORITY DISPATCH
PRIORITY DISPATCH
SIN356014
12/04/2023
EMD Re-certifications -
100-23-5430
165.00
Vendor PRIORITY DISPATCH Total: 165.00
Vendor: RED WING SHOES
RED WING SHOES 740-1-85109 12/04/2023 Henry Lobermeier Uniform 100-33-4510 241.99
Vendor RED WING SHOES Total:
241.99
Vendor: REICHE'S PLUMBING SEWER RODDING CORP
REICHE'S PLUMBING SEWER
11-13-23
12/04/2023
Remove yoke install 2 valves
510-31-5110
325.00
Vendor REICHE'S PLUMBING SEWER RODDING CORP Total:
325.00
Vendor: SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS INC
SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS INC
98176
11/28/2023
98176
100-03-5120
167.00
Vendor SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS INC Total:
167.00
Vendor: SERVICEMASTER BY THACKER
SERVICEMASTER BY THACKER
25150 NOV 2023
12/04/2023
1415 Industrial Cleaning (Nov
100-33-5115
500.00
Vendor SERVICEMASTER BY THACKER Total: 500.00
Vendor: SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE
SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS SESSION151 12/04/2023 Police Academy 100-22-5430 13,360.00
Vendor SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE Total:
13,360.00
Vendor: SWAN ANALYTICAL USA INC.
SWAN ANALYTICAL USA INC.
CD10010175
12/04/2023
Reagents
510-31-6110
1,069.00
Vendor SWAN ANALYTICAL USA INC. Total:
1,069.00
Vendor: TODAY'S UNIFORMS
TODAY'S UNIFORMS
247021
12/04/2023
Uniform Order - Hernandez
100-22-4510
140.90
TODAY'S UNIFORMS
247123
12/04/2023
Uniform Order - Noyes
100-22-4510
115.90
Vendor TODAY'S UNIFORMS Total:
256.80
Vendor: TONYAN, LUC Y
TONYAN, LUCY
11-16-23
12/04/2023
Cont - The Studio Art Classes
100-46-5110
702.00
Vendor TONYAN, LUCY Total:
702.00
11/29/2023 10:09:34 AM
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Vendor Name
Payable Number
Post Date
Description (Item)
Account Number
Amount
Vendor: ULINE
ULINE
170351774
12/04/2023
Safety Supplies #170351774
510-32-6110
441.83
Vendor ULINE Total:
441.83
Vendor: UMB BANK
UMB BANK
10-16-23
12/04/2023
12/15/23 2015 GO BOND
300-00-7100
505,000.00
UMB BANK
10-16-23
12/04/2023
12/15/23 2015 GO BOND
300-00-7200
37,189.38
Vendor UMB BANK Total:
542,189.38
Vendor: USA BLUEBOOK
USA BLUEBOOK
INV00190293
12/04/2023
PVC Fittings INV00190293
510-32-5375
7.38
USA BLUEBOOK
INV00190407
12/04/2023
PVC Fittings INV00190407
510-32-5375
67.43
Vendor USA BLUEBOOK Total:
74.81
Vendor: VERIZON WIRELESS
VERIZON WIRELESS
9948387029
12/04/2023
Monthly Cell Phone
620-00-5320
2,425.57
VERIZON WIRELESS
9948387029
12/04/2023
iPads - Wastewater
620-00-6270
854.96
Vendor VERIZON WIRELESS Total:
3,280.53
Vendor: WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA
WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA
0319706
12/04/2023
Operating Nut 12" Clow
510-31-6110
35.00
Vendor WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA Total:
35.00
Vendor: WHOLESALE DIRECT INC
WHOLESALE DIRECT INC
265910
12/04/2023
412 (265910)
100-33-5370
394.50
Vendor WHOLESALE DIRECT INC Total: 394.50
Grand Total:
850,960.54
11/29/2023 10:09:34 AM
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Fund Summary
Fund
Expense Amount
100 - GENERAL FUND
73,132.84
300 - DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND 542,189.38
400 - RECREATION CENTER FUND
784.83
445 - CAPITAL ASSET MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT
167,266.00
510 - WATER/SEWER FUND
58,149.96
600 - EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND
85.50
620 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 9,352.03
Grand Total:
850,960.54
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ORDINANCE NO. 23-
Amending Title 7, Chapter 4, Section 7: Permit Parking, of the McHenry City
Code
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois, is a home rule
municipality as contemplated under Article VII, Section 6, of the Constitution of the State of
Illinois, and the passage of this Ordinance constitutes an exercise of the City's home rule
powers and functions as granted in the Constitution of the State of Illinois.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of
McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois, as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 7-4-7 of the McHenry City Code shall be amended as follows:
7-4-7: Permit Parking
A. Residential Parking Permits: In order to accommodate residential living within the McHenry
Downtown Business District, the City will offer annual Residential Parking Permits that may
be utilized in specific locations within municipal parking lots.
Requirements:
• Must show proof of residency within the downtown business district.
• Fee - Residential Permit Parking: Residential Permit Parking allows parking without 4-
hour restrictions or overnight restrictions. Proof of residency is required. Available
permits are defined by location and number in Section C. The annual fee for a residential
parking permit is one hundred dollars ($100.00) per permit annually, payable in advance.
Permits purchased after July 1 of any calendar year shall have a reduced fee of fifty
dollars ($50.00) and will not be prorated further. Annual permits will be made available
for purchase on December 1 of the preceding year and shall be available on a first-come,
first-served basis. No portion of this permit shall be refundable under any circumstances.
Purchasing a Residential Parking Permit does not guarantee a parking spot at any given
time.
B. Business Employee Parking Permits: In order to accommodate the downtown business district
workforce on Green Street, the City will offer annual Business Employee Parking Permits for
use in the designated area of the Green Street Municipal Lot.
Requirements:
• Must provide the name of the business within the downtown district you are employed at.
• Fee – Business Employee Permit Parking: Business Employee Permit Parking allows
parking without 4-hour restrictions but prohibits overnight parking between 2am and 6am.
These permits are defined by location and number in Section C. The annual fee for a
business employee parking permit is thirty dollars ($60.00) per permit annually, payable
in advance. Permits purchased after July 1 of any calendar year shall have a reduced fee of
fifteen dollars ($30.00) and will not be prorated further. Annual permits will be made
available for purchase on December 1 of the preceding year and shall be available on a
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first-come, first-served basis. No portion of this permit shall be refundable under any
circumstances. Purchasing a Business Employee Parking Permit does not guarantee a
parking spot at any given time.
C. Locations Specified:
Location: Number of
Residential Permits
Restrictions:
Riverside Drive Central
(Alleyway) Parking Lot
12 All regular parking stalls. These stalls shall not be posted
or reserved solely for permit parking. All other parking
restrictions will continue to be in effect.
Court Street Lots – All Lots 15 All regular parking stalls. These stalls shall not be posted
or reserved solely for permit parking. All other parking
restrictions will continue to be in effect.
Green Street Lot 10 All parking stalls located within Green Street Lot. These
stalls shall not be posted or reserved solely for permit
parking. All other parking restrictions will continue to be in
effect.
Main Street North & South Lots 13 All regular parking stalls. These stalls shall not be posted
or reserved solely for permit parking. All other parking
restrictions will continue to be in effect.
Location: Number of Business
Employee Permits
Restrictions:
Green Street Lot 10 All parking stalls located within Green Street Lot.
These stalls shall not be posted or reserved solely
for permit parking. No parking between 2am and
6am daily with this permit.
Riverside Drive Central
(Alleyway) Parking Lot
12 All regular parking stalls. These stalls shall not be
posted or reserved solely for permit parking. No
parking between 2am and 6am daily with this
permit.
D. Snowfall: In order to enable the City to snow plow the permit parking spaces, the
parking of motor vehicles thereon shall be prohibited from the time that snowfall
exceeds a depth of two inches (2") thereon until the parking spaces have been snow
plowed by the City.
SECTION 2: If any section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, sentence or provision of
this Ordinance shall be adjudged by any Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such
judgment shall not effect, impair, invalidate or nullify the remainder thereof, which remainder
shall remain and continue in full force and effect.
SECTION 3: All ordinances, or parts thereof, in conflict herewith are hereby repealed
to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: This ordinance shall be published in pamphlet form by and under the
authority of the corporate authorities of the City of McHenry, Illinois.
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SECTION 5: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication, as provided by law.
Passed this 4th day of December, 2023.
Ayes Nays Absent Abstain
Alderwoman Bassi ____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Glab ____ ____ _____ _____
Alderman Koch ____ ____ _____ _____
Alderman McClatchey ____ _____ _____ _____
Alderwoman Miller ____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Santi ____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Strach ____ _____ _____ _____
______________________ ________________________
Wayne Jett, Mayor Monte Johnson, Deputy City Clerk
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Department of Community Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.cityofmchenry.org
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FOR: December 4, 2023 City Council Meeting
FROM: Cody Sheriff, City Planner
RE: Ordinance Annexing a 2.68-Acre Tract of Land located on the southeast corner
of Lake Shore Drive and McCullom Lake Road.
Ordinance granting a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District,
Conditional Use Permit for the Continued Operation of a Horse Stable,
Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, Equestrian Related Agritourism, and Zoning
Variations for the property commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm.
ATT:
1. Approved Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes dated November 15, 2023
2. Ordinance Annexing a 2.68-Acre Tract of Land located on the southeast corner of Lake
Shore Drive and McCullom Lake Road.
3. Ordinance granting a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District, Conditional Use
Permit for the Continued Operation of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena,
Equestrian Related Agritourism, and Zoning Variations for the property commonly known
as Hickory Creek Farm.
4. Planning & Zoning Commission Staff Report
AGENDA ITEM BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
The City acquired the horse farm property in a land swap deal with the Village of McCullom
Lake in 1997. It wasn’t until earlier this year that staff had discovered that two smaller portions
of the property were never formally annexed. Staff is proposing to annex and rezone the entire
12-acre property to bring operations into compliance with the City’s Zoning Ordinance. The site
will need to be rezoned to A-1 Agriculture District in addition to being approved for a
Conditional Use Permit for the operation of a horse farm and related activities. The outdoor
horse arena is located within the required setback along McCullom Lake Road and therefore
will require a variance. Staff have included blanket variations to accommodate all existing
structures.
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Department of Community Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.cityofmchenry.org
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION AND DISCUSSION:
A public hearing was held on the request on November 15, 2023. The Commission agreed with
staff’s assessment that the request was based on bringing the property into compliance with
the Zoning Ordinance to accommodate the site’s unique and historic agricultural features.
There were no objectors present at the hearing and the Commission unanimously voted to
recommend approval.
If the City Council concurs, it is recommended the attached Ordinance Annexing the 2.68-Acre
Tract of Land be approved (Mayor-City Council Vote, Simple Majority). If the Mayor and City
Council approve the requested annexation, then it is recommended the attached Ordinance
granting a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District, Conditional Use Permit for the
Continued Operation of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, Equestrian Related
Agritourism, and Zoning Variations for the property commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm
be approved. (City Council Vote, Simple Majority)
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Department of Community Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.cityofmchenry.org
Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes from November 15, 2023
File No. Z-2023-18
Petitioner: City of McHenry
Request for a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District, Conditional Use
Permit for the continued operation of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena,
Equestrian related Agritourism, any Zoning Variation necessary to accommodate all existing
principal and accessory structures at the property commonly known as 4400 Lake Shore Drive
Chairwoman Rockweiler opened the file at 5:31 p.m. Planner Sheriff stated that all
publication requirements have been met. It was discovered that two smaller properties
near the horse barn were never annexed and recorded from the land swap. This will legally
set it up to be re-zoned properly and is in compliance with the future land use map.
Chairwoman Rockweiler opened the public hearing portion of the meeting at 5:33 p.m.
With no public in attendance, the hearing was closed at 5:33 p.m. All members of the
Commission agreed that there were no issues with the proposal and believed it should go
through.
A motion as made by Commissioner Gleason and seconded by Commissioner Riley to
recommend approval of the City’s request for a Zoning Map Amendment for the existing
incorporated parcel from Estate District to A-1 Agriculture District and Zoning Map Amendment
upon annexation for the two unincorporated parcels to A-1 Agriculture District for the property
commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm. And by making said motion, I agree that the approval
criteria for Zoning Map Amendments have been met as outlined in the staff report. Roll call
Vote: 6-ayes: Commissioners Rockweiler, Locke, Davis, Gleason, Riley, and Lehman. 1-absent:
Bremer. 0-nay; 0-abstained. Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Lehman and seconded by Commissioner Davis to
recommend approval of City’s request for a Conditional Use Permit for the continued operation
of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, and equestrian related Agritourism at the
property commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm. And by making aid motion, I agree that
the approval criteria for Conditional Uses have been met as outlined in the staff report.
Roll call Vote: 6-ayes: Commissioners Rockweiler, Locke, Davis, Gleason, Riley, and Lehman. 1-
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absent: Bremer. 0-nay; 0-abstained. Motion Carried.
File Z-2023-18 was closed at 5:36 p.m.
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ORDINANCE NO. 23-
ORDINANCE ANNEXING A 2.68-ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER
OF LAKE SHORE DRIVE AND MCCULLOM LAKE ROAD
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois, is a home rule municipality as
contemplated under Article VII, Section 6, of the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and the
passage of this Ordinance constitutes an exercise of the City’s home rule powers and functions
as granted in the Constitution of the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, a written petition has been filed with the City Clerk requesting annexation of
said real estate to the City legally described on “Exhibit A”, attached hereto and incorporated
herein, the “SUBJECT PROPERTY”, along with a complete and accurate plat of said real estate
incorporated herein and attached hereto on “Exhibit B”, and which petition has been filed in
accordance with 65 ILCS 5/7-1-8; and
WHEREAS, said real estate is not located within any other municipality or subject to an
annexation agreement with any other municipality, and said real estate is presently contiguous
to and may be annexed to the City in accordance with 65 ILCS 5/7-1-1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry does not provide library or fire protection services to said
real estate, so notice to the Fire Protection District or Public Library District of the annexation of
said real estate is not required; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that the annexation of said real estate is in the best
interest of the City, will promote sound planning and growth of the City, and otherwise enhance
and promote the general welfare of the City and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MCHENRY, MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the SUBJECT PROPERTY be and the same is hereby annexed to and
made a part of the corporate limits of the City of McHenry, including any and all portions of
adjacent street, roads or highways as provided by law.
SECTION 2: The City Clerk is hereby directed to cause a certified copy of this ordinance,
together with said plat, to be recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of McHenry County,
Illinois. Following the recordation of this ordinance and plat, a copy thereof shall be filed in the
Office of the Clerk of McHenry County, Illinois.
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall be published in pamphlet form by and under the
authority of the corporate authorities of the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois.
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SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
Passed this 4th day of December, 2023.
Ayes Nays Absent Abstain
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Alderman Santi _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Strach _____ _____ _____ _____
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LOTS 1 THROUGH 12, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 1 OF MCCULLOM LAKE ESTATES, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, AND THE NORTH HALF OF
SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 31, 1929 AS DOCUMENT NO. 88347, IN
BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGES 90 AND 91, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS
And
“PARK” LOT IN BLOCK 1 AND THE ADJOINING HIGHWAY IN MCCULLUM LAKE ESTATES, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, AND THE NORTH HALF OF
SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 31, 1929 AS DOCUMENT NO. 88347, IN
BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGES 90 AND 91, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
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EXHIBIT B
PLAT OF ANNEXATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY
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ORDINANCE NO 23-
ORDINANCE GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT TO A-1 AGRICULTURE DISTRICT,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A HORSE STABLE,
INDOOR/OUTDOOR HORSE ARENA, EQUESTRIAN RELATED AGRITOURISM, AND ZONING
VARIATIONS FOR THE PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS HICKORY CREEK FARM.
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois, is a home rule municipality as
contemplated under Article VII, Section 6, of the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and the
passage of this Ordinance constitutes an exercise of the City’s home rule powers and functions
as granted in the Constitution of the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed by the City of McHenry (“PROPERTY OWNER”)
requesting approval of a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1 Agriculture District, Conditional Use
Permit, and Zoning Variations to accommodate the existing operations of the horse farm on the
approximate 12.16-acre property, more or less, located on the southeast corner of Lake Shore
Drive and McCullom Lake Road legally described on “EXHIBIT A”, attached hereto and
incorporated herein, “SUBJECT PROPERTY”; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on said petition was held before the Planning and Zoning
Commission on November 15, 2023 in the manner prescribed by ordinance and statute, and as a
result of said hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission did unanimously recommend to the
City Council the granting of the requested Zoning Map Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and
Zoning Variations; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the evidence and recommendations from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and finds that the approval of the request isconsistent 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 PROPERTY is hereby granted a Zoning Map Amendment
from Estate District to A-1 Agriculture District.
SECTION 2: In granting said Zoning Map Amendment, the City Council finds that the
Approval Criteria for Zoning Amendments listed in §11-5-5 of the City of McHenry Zoning
Ordinance have been met.
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SECTION 3: That the SUBJECT PROPERTY is hereby granted a Conditional Use Permit to
operate a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, and equestrian related Agritourism.
SECTION 4: In granting said Conditional Use Permit, the City Council finds that the
Approval Criteria for Conditional Useslisted in §11-15-5 of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance
have been met.
SECTION 5: That the SUBJECT PROPERTY is hereby granted approval of any Zoning
Variations necessary to accommodate all existing principal and accessory structures.
SECTION 6: In granting said Zoning Variations, the City Council finds that the Approval
Criteria for Variances listed in §11-19-5 of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance have been
met.
SECTION 7: This Ordinance shall be published in pamphlet form by and under the
authority of the corporate authorities of the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois.
SECTION 8: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
Passed this 4th day of December, 2023.
Ayes Nays Absent Abstain
Alderwoman Bassi _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Glab _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Koch _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman McClatchey _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderwoman Miller _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Santi _____ _____ _____ _____
Alderman Strach _____ _____ _____ _____
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Exhibit A
Legal Description of the Subject Property
LOTS 1 THROUGH 12, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 1 OF MCCULLOM LAKE ESTATES, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, AND THE NORTH HALF OF
SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 31, 1929 AS DOCUMENT NO. 88347, IN
BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGES 90 AND 91, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS
And
“PARK” LOT IN BLOCK 1 AND THE ADJOINING HIGHWAY IN MCCULLUM LAKE ESTATES, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, AND THE NORTH HALF OF
SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 31, 1929 AS DOCUMENT NO. 88347, IN
BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGES 90 AND 91, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
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Staff Comments
The following comments and conclusions are based upon staff analysis and review prior to this hearing and are
to be considered viable unless evidence is established to the contrary. Staff may have additional comments
based upon the testimony presented during the public hearing.
BACKGROUNDD && REQUESTT SUMMARYY
The City of McHenry is requesting approval of the following Zoning Items:
1. Zoning Map Amendment upon annexation to A-1 Agriculture District for the two smaller
unincorporated pasture parcels, and a map amendment from Estate District to A-1 Agriculture district
for the larger portion of the property which contains most of the horse farm.
2. A Conditional Use Permit for the continued operation of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena,
and equestrian related Agritourism.
3. All Zoning Variations necessary to accommodate all existing principal and accessory structures at
Hickory Creek Farm.
Figure 1- Hickory Creek Horse Farm
The City first acquired the horse farm in a land swap deal with the Village of McCullom Lake in 1997. However,
it wasn’t until earlier this year that staff had discovered that the two smaller parcels were never formally
annexed. Although staff was able to locate a plat of annexation, we could not locate any recorded documents
indicating an ordinance was passed and recorded with the County. The exact date of construction of the horse
farm and structures in its current form is unknown; however, aerial imagery indicates it was most likely
constructed between 1939 and 1953. Staff is requesting approval to rezone the entire property to A-1
Agriculture upon annexation. Staff is also requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit for the operation of
the Horse Stable, Arena, and equestrian related Agritourism operations. The existing outdoor horse arena
along McCullom Lake Road appears to be within the required corner side yard setback and therefore will
require a zoning variation to accommodate the structure. Out of caution staff have included a blanket zoning
variance to accommodate all existing principal and accessory structures.
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CCITY OF MCHENRY ORDINANCES
• The petitioner must meet the Approval Criteria for Zoning Map Amendments, listed in §11-5-5 of the
City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance.
• The petitioner must meet the Approval Criteria for Conditional Uses, listed in §11-15-5 of the City of
McHenry Zoning Ordinance
• The petitioner must meet the Approval Criteria for Variances, listed in §11-19-5 of the City of McHenry
Zoning Ordinance.
STAFF ANALYSIS
FUTURE LAND USE MAP RECOMMENDATION
The request is in substantial conformance with the Future Land Use Map’s recommendation for Parks &
Conservation.
CURRENT LAND USE & ZONING
The subject property is currently zoned Estate District and A-1 Agriculture (Unincorporated McHenry County)
and operates as a horse farm. Given the longevity of operations as a horse farm, staff does not anticipate that
approval of the request would impact the surrounding single-family homes, vacant land, or commercial area.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OBJECTIVES & POLICIES
Overall, staff believes the proposed development is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan objectives
and policies. Staff comments italicized.
View full list of City Plans at www.cityofmchenry.org/planningdocuments
x Land Use, Objective – “Allow a mixture of land uses in appropriate areas to promote responsible
growth while providing a high quality of life to the residents.” (p. 27)
Staff believes the proposed use of the property promotes a high quality of life for the residents by
preserving unique architectural and historic properties.
x Overall Goals – “[preserve] historic commercial and residential areas which give the City a sense of
place, identity and a tie to the historical accomplishments of earlier generations.” (p. 22)
The barn structures were constructed between 1939 and 1953. Staff believes the unique architectural
features of the barn and the continued use of the site as a horse farm is supportive of preserving
historical accomplishments of earlier generations.
STAFF SUMMARY ANALYSIS
x According to aerial imagery, the existing structures on site were first constructed between 1939 and
1953. Staff believes the operation of a horse farm has existed long before the barn was constructed.
x The location of the outdoor horse arena along McCullom Lake Road encroaches within the required
corner side yard setback and will require a zoning variation.
x Given the longevity of operations, staff does not anticipate that approval of the requests would
generate any adverse impacts on the surrounding property owners.
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If the Planning & Zoning Commission agrees with staff’s assessment, then the following three (3) motions
are recommended:
1st MOTION: I motion/move to recommend approval of the City’s request for a Zoning Map Amendment for
the existing incorporated parcel from Estate District to A-1 Agriculture District and Zoning Map Amendment
upon annexation for the two unincorporated parcels to A-1 Agriculture District for the property commonly
known as Hickory Creek Farm.
AND
By making said motion, you agree that the approval criteria for Zoning Map Amendments have been met as
outlined in the staff report.
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPROVAL CRITERIA (§11-5-5). Staff comments italicized below.
A. Compatible With Use Or Zoning of Environs.
The surrounding land use primarily consists of residential, agricultural, and commercial. A-1 Agricultural
zoning would not be out of character with the surrounding area.
B. Supported by Trend of Development
Staff believes the proposed request is consistent with the trend in A-1 Agriculture zoning within the
adjoining area to the north.
C. Consistent with Comprehensive Plan Objectives.
Staff believes the preservation of the horse farm would be supportive of promoting and preserving
historical character which promote a unique sense of place.
D. Furthers Public Interest
Staff believes the request furthers the public interest by helping continue operations of the horse farm
and preserve a unique historical structure.
2nd MOTION: I motion/move to recommend approval of City’s request for a Conditional Use Permit for the
continued operation of a Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, and equestrian related Agritourism at
the property commonly known as Hickory Creek Farm.
AND
By making said motion, you agree that the approval criteria for Conditional Uses have been met as outlined in
the staff report.
APPROVAL CRITERIA FOR CONDITIONAL USES (§11-15-5). Staff comments italicized below.
A. Traffic: Any adverse impact of types or volumes of traffic flow not otherwise typical in the zoning
district has been minimized.
Staff believes there is adequate traffic infrastructure in place to service the development.
B. Environmental Nuisance: 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.
Staff does not believe the proposed request would generate any environmental nuisances.
C. Neighborhood Character: The proposed use will fit harmoniously with the existing natural or
manmade 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.
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The surrounding area consists of a mix of residential, agricultural, and commercial. Staff does not
anticipate approval of the request would generate any adverse impacts given the longevity of
operations (+70 years).
D. 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.
The proposed use has operated for over 70 years on site successfully in its current capacity. Staff does
not believe approval of the request would require disproportionate services.
E. 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.
Staff believes the proposed use would not endanger local public health and safety within the vicinity of
the subject property given the longevity of operations on site for over 70 years.
F. Other Factors: The proposed use is in harmony with all other elements of compatibility pertinent to
the conditional use and its particular location.
3rd MOTION: I motion/move to recommend approval of the City’s request for a zoning variation to
accommodate all existing principal and accessory structures.
AND by making said motion, I agree with staff’s assessment as outlined in the staff report and that the
approval criteria for Variances have been met.
VARIANCE APPROVAL CRITERIA (§11-19-5). Comments of staff italicized below.
A. Special Circumstances Not Found Elsewhere.
Staff believes the request is a special circumstance related to the operation of a horse farm that has
existed for over 70 years which no longer meets required setbacks of the underlying zoning district.
B. Circumstances Relate to the Property Only.
Staff believes this is a special circumstance as it relates to this property only and not all property within
the A-1 Agriculture District.
C. Not Resulting From Applicant Action.
The applicant did not construct the existing structures on site.
D. Unnecessary Hardship.
Staff believes if the city enforces the ordinance that it would cause undue hardship and endanger the
preservation of historic structures.
E. Preserves Rights Conferred By District:
Staff believes this does not confer a special privilege for the subject property.
F. Necessary For Use Of Property:
Staff believes that approval of the variations are necessary for the reasonable use and enjoyment of the
property.
G. Not Alter Local Character:
Staff believes approval of the request would be supportive of preserving the existing local character.
H. Consistent With Title And Plan:
Staff believes the proposed request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Development Policies
by preserving historic agricultural character within the area.
I. Minimum Variance Recommended:
Staff believes the variations requested are the minimum required.
Attachments: 1) Petitioner’s Application and attachments. 2) Receipt of publication of legal notice.
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File Number
PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street à McHenry, IL 60050 à Tel: (815) 363-2170 à Fax: (815) 363-2173
1. Name of Applicant: City of McHenry Tel 815-363-2181
Address 333 S. Green Street Fax
Email ____CSheriff@cityofmchenry.org_______________________________________________
2. Name of Property Owner Tel
(If other than Applicant)
Address Fax
Email ______________________________________________________
3. Name of Engineer Tel
(If represented)
Address Fax
Email ______________________________________________________
4. Name of Attorney Tel
(If represented)
Address Fax
Email______________________________________________________
5. Common Address or Location of Property: 4400 Lake Shore Drive, McHenry
6. PIN#(s): 09-22-253-003, 09-22-253-019, 09-22-253-020
7. Requested Action(s) (check all that apply)
X Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) Zoning Variance – Minor (Residential)
X Conditional Use Permit Zoning Text Amendment
X Zoning Variance (Non-residential) Use Variance
___ Planned Unit Development ___ Subdivision/Plat Development
FORM A
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NARRATIVE
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. The narrative description may also be included as a separate attachment.
The City of McHenry discovered 2 parcels of the Hickory Creek Farm property (owned
by the City) were never formally annexed after the property was acquired in a land swap
with the Village of McCullom Lake in 1997. In order to accommodate the existing uses
upon annexation, the City is requesting approval of a Zoning Map Amendment to A-1
Agriculture and a Conditional Use Permit to continue the operation of the Horse Stable
with Indoor/Outdoor Riding Arena and general Agritourism related equestrian activities.
The zoning requests would apply to both unincorporated areas upon annexation as well
as the existing incorporated area. The City is also requesting Zoning Variations to
accommodate all existing principal and accessory structures on site.
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Current Use of Property Horse Stable, Indoor/Outdoor Horse Arena, Agritourism related to equestrian
activities.
8. Current Zoning Classification of Property, Including Variances or Conditional Uses (Interactive
Zoning Map)
A-1 Agriculture (Unincorporated McHenry County), Estate District
9. Current Zoning Classification and Land Use of Adjoining Properties (Interactive Zoning Map)
North: A-1 Agriculture (Commercial Vehicle Storage)
South: Estate District (Petersen Park)
East: Special Development District (Johnsburg, vacant)
West: R-1 Residential (Village of McCullom Lake, Single Family)
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
3. FORM A – Public Hearing Application
4. FORM B – Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) Application
5. FORM C – Conditional Use Application
6. FORM D – Zoning Variance Application
7. FORM E – Use Variance Application
7. FORM F – Planned Unit Development Application
7. FORM G – Subdivision/Plat Development Application
8. Proof of Ownership and/or Written Consent from Property Owner in the Form of an
Affidavit
9. Plat of Survey with Legal Description
10. List of Owners of all Adjoining Properties
11. Public Hearing Notice
12. Sign (Provided by the City)
13. Site Plan
14. Landscape Plan
15. Architectural Rendering of Building Elevations
16. Performance Standards Certification
17. Traffic Analysis
18. School Impact Analysis
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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 City Council.
Signature of Applicant(s)
Print Name and Designation of Applicant(s)
Cody Sheriff, City Planner
333 S. Green Street
McHenry, IL 60050
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AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE
WITH PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
(TO BE COMPLETED AFTER ALL PUBLIC HEARING REQUIREMENTS ARE FULFILLED)
The undersigned, being first duly sworn, on oath deposes and states that the attached list of adjoining property
owners have been properly notified via First Class Mail or Certified Mail, and all other public notice requirements
provided in the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance have been met in connection with the current application
before the City of McHenry.
Filed by:
Cody Sheriff, City Planner
_________________________________________________________
For approval of:
See attached notice.
______________________________________ (Applicant’s Signature)
_Cody Sheriff, City Planner________________ (Applicant’s Name and Address)
__333 S Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050____
Subscribed and sworn to
before me this ___ ______ day
of ___________, 2023.
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Notary Public
REQUIRED ATTACHMENT: List of Adjoining Property Owners & Legal Notice Publication
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FORM B File Number
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONING)
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street à McHenry, IL 60050 à Tel: (815) 363-2170 à Fax: (815) 363-2173
§11-5-5 of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance provides that in recommending approval of a Zoning
Map Amendment (Rezoning), 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. Compatible with Use or Zoning of Environs
The proposed use(s) or the uses permitted under the proposed zoning classification are compatible with
existing uses or existing zoning of property in the environs.
The property has operated as agriculture/horse farm for almost 150 years.
Staff does not believe approval of the request would generate adverse impacts given
the longevity of the use as a horse farm.
2. Supported by Trend of Development
The trend of development in the general area since the original zoning of the affected property was
established supports the proposed use(s) or zoning classification.
The rezoning is primarily resulting from the annexation of the parcels. A-1 Agriculture
parcels exist in unincorporated McHenry County along the north and therefore would
establish a trend in development.
3. Consistent with Comprehensive Plan Objectives
The proposed use(s) or zoning classification is in harmony with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan
of the City as viewed in light of any changed conditions since the adoption of the Plan.
Staff believes the continued equestrian use of the property is consistent
with preserving the historic agricultural character of the City which is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan Goal of preserving… “Historic commercial and residential areas
which give the City a sense of place, identity and a tie to the historical accomplishments
of earlier generations” (p. 22).
4. Furthers Public Interest
The proposed use(s) or zoning classification promotes the public interest and not solely the interest of the
applicant.
Staff believes approval of the zoning request is in the public interest to help support and
preserve historic agricultural character of the City.
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FORM C File Number
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street à McHenry, IL 60050 à Tel: (815) 363-2170 à Fax: (815) 363-2173
§11-15-5 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.
The proposed use of the property is not changing therefore no change in traffic
would occur.
2. Environmental Nuisance
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.
The property has operated as an agricultural/equestrian use for 150 years. Staff does
not believe approval of the request would generate any environmental nuisance.
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.
The farm has existed on the property for 150 years, staff believes approval of the
request would be harmonious with the neighborhood character.
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.
The proposed use of the property is not changing and therefore does not require new
services and is expected to continue operations as planned without any additional
needs for infrastructure.
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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.
Staff does not believe the proposed use would be detrimental to the safety and health
of the general public.
6. Other Factors
The proposed use is in harmony with all other elements of compatibility pertinent to the Conditional Use
and its particular location.
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FORM D File Number
ZONING VARIANCE
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
333 South Green Street à McHenry, IL 60050 à Tel: (815) 363-2170 à Fax: (815) 363-2173
§11-19-5 the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance provides that in recommending approval or conditional
approval of a variance, 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. Special Circumstances Not Found Elsewhere
Special circumstances exist that are particular to the property for which the variance is sought and that do
not apply generally to other properties in the same zoning district; and these circumstances are not of so
general or recurrent a nature as to make it reasonably practical to provide a general regulation to cover
them.
The proposed variance is related to the annexation of existing structures related
to the operation of the horse farm. Staff believes this is related to a special
circumstance not found elsewhere.
2. Circumstances Relate to Property Only
Since a variance will affect the character of its surroundings long after a property changes hands, the
special circumstances referenced herein relate only to the physical character of the land or building(s) for
which a variance is sought, such as dimensions, topography, or soil conditions; and they do not concern
any business or activity the present or prospective owner or tenant carries on or seeks to carry on therein,
or to the personal, business or financial circumstances of such owner or tenant or any other party with
interest in the property.
Staff believes the circumstances relate to this property only as a historic property, a
portion of which is being annexed into the City of McHenry.
3. Not Resulting from Applicant Action
The special circumstances that are the basis for a variance have not resulted from any act of the applicant
or of any other party with interest in the property.
The farm structures have existed long before the City acquired the property in 1997.
4. Unnecessary Hardship
The strict application of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance would result in unnecessary and undue
hardship upon the applicant, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience.
Staff believes denial of the request would generate an unnecessary hardship given
the longevity of the use of the property for equestrian activities.
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5. Preserves Rights Conferred by District
A variance is necessary for the applicant to preserve and enjoy a substantial property right possessed by
other properties in the same zoning district and does not confer a special privilege ordinarily denied to
other properties in the district.
Staff believes the variance is necessary to preserve and enjoy the property.
6. Necessary for Use of Property
The granting of a variance is necessary not because it will increase the applicant’s economic return,
although it may have this effect, but because without a variance the applicant will be deprived of any
reasonable use or enjoyment of the property.
Staff believes the granting of the variance is necessary for the use of the property for
equestrian activities.
7. Not Alter Local Character
The granting of a variance will not alter the essential character of the locality nor substantially impair
environmental quality, property values, or public safety or welfare in the vicinity.
The farm and structures have been in operation for around 150 years. Staff does not
believe it would alter the local character.
8. Consistent with Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan
The granting of the variance will be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Zoning
Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan of the City, as viewed in light of any changes in conditions since
their adoption.
Staff believes the requested variance will be in harmony with the general purpose
and intent of the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan.
9. Minimum Variance Required
The variance requested is the minimum required to provide the applicant with reasonable use and
enjoyment of the property.
Staff believes the variance is the minimum required.
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PO BOX 250
CRYSTAL LAKE IL 60039-0250
(815)459-4040
ORDER CONFIRMATION (CONTINUED)
Salesperson: BARBARA BEHRENS Printed at 10/25/23 09:53 by bbehr-sm
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Acct #: 10474 Ad #: 2118789 Status: New
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
FILE Z-2023-18
Notice is hereby given that
the City of McHenry Planning
and Zoning Commission will
hold a Public Hearing at the
McHenry Municipal Center,
333 South Green Street,
McHenry, Illinois 60050, at
5:30 P.M. on Wednesday,
November 15, 2023 to
consider an application by
City of McHenry of 333 S.
Green Street ("Owner of
Record") for the following
requests in accordance with
the City of McHenry Zoning
Ordinance:
Request for Zoning
Map Amendment to
A-1 Agriculture District,
Conditional Use Permit for
the continued operation of
a Horse Stable, Indoor/
Outdoor Horse Arena,
equestrian related agri-
tourism, and any Zoning
Variations necessary to
accommodate all existing
principal and accessory
structures at Hickory Creek
Farm.
Location: The site consists
of 12.16 acres, more or
less, and is located on the
south corner of the intersec-
tion of McCullom Lake Road
and Lake Shore Drive with a
common address of 4400
Lake Shore Drive, McHenry,
IL.
PIN: 09-22-253-003,
09-22-253-019,
09-22-253-020
The property is currently
zoned: A-1 Agriculture
(Unincorporated), Estate
District
A copy of the application is
on file and may be exam-
ined during regular business
hours in the Community
Development Department, at
the McHenry Municipal
Center, 333 South Green
Street, McHenry, Illinois
60050, and (815) 363-
2170. An electronic copy of
the application can be
viewed on the City's website
at www.cityofmchenry.org/
currentdevelopments. All
interested parties will be
given an opportunity to be
heard. Published by order of
the Planning and Zoning
Commission, City of
McHenry, McHenry County,
Illinois.
/s/ Stacy Rockweiler
Chairwoman, Planning and
Zoning Commission
(Published in the Northwest
Herald October 27, 2023)
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Bill Hobson, Director of Parks and Recreation
McHenry Recreation Center
3636 Municipal Drive
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2160
Fax: (815) 363-3119
www.ci.mchenry.il.us/park_recreation
DISCUSSION SUPPLEMENT
DATE: December 4, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bill Hobson, Director of Parks and Recreation
RE: Recreation Center Expansion Referendum
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY:
In 2017 the City of McHenry completed a Community Needs Assessment to provide the
community with an opportunity to identify their desires for expanded recreational opportunities
offered through the Department of Parks and Recreation. Both indoor and outdoor aquatics
were at the top of the overall survey results. Also included on the list of wanted amenities, were
a gymnasium and a walking track. Based on this information, the Parks and Recreation
Department, with input from the Parks and Recreation Commi ttee, has developed a masterplan
for the expansion of the McHenry Recreation Center to include identified amenities and have
compiled price estimates for the expansion. With an overall $30 million price tag, funding options
are limited. While the existing McHenry Recreation Center facility was able to be developed with
Developer Donation funds that were collected and saved for many years, this funding source is
no longer available. Additionally, developing an expanded facility with existing municipal
resources is also not realistic. After exploring numerous alternative funding options (grants,
partnerships, etc.), placing a question before the community in the form of a property tax
referendum would provide the clearest direction as to whether or not to proceed with such an
expansion and provide the funding mechanism for expansion. What is being sought at this time
is direction from the City Council on whether or not to place such a question on the March 19,
2024 election ballot.
BACKGROUND:
In November of 2017, City Council was presented with the results of the Community Needs
Assessment of the Parks and Recreation Department facilities and programs. This statistically
valid survey polled an indicative cross section of the community and the results spoke to what
city residents are interested in and looking for the City and the Parks and Recreation Department
to provide. Excerpts from the Community Needs Assessment follow.
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In summary, both outdoor and indoor aquatics ranked at the top of their respective lists:
• 38% placed outdoor aquatic elements as their top item. Only walking paths at 40%
ranked higher.
• 60% of those polled ranked indoor aquatic elements as their top priority; then followed
by a walking/running track and gym courts.
Perhaps the largest indicator of the community’s desire to attain these elements was expressed
in a question directly related to their willingness to pay for the additions through an increased
property tax via referendum.
• 69% either Strongly Supported or Somewhat Supported the increase in taxes for the
amenities.
• 13% Somewhat Opposed
• 18% Strongly Opposed
With this information in hand, the next step was to explore the viability of the McHenry
Recreation Center as a whole, with the addition of all identified amenities.
Included with this supplement are the full results from the proforma on the McHenry Recreation
Center expansion performed by Heller and Heller Associates.
The primary focus of the proforma was to run the full financial analytics for a 25 yard pool versus
a 50 meter pool. In addition, numbers for the anticipated revenue versus expenses for the
proposed gymnasium and walking track were analyzed.
Highlights for the information rich proforma are as follows:
• Community population trends were analyzed.
o With all things remaining the same the city can expect to see slight drops in both
youth and adult population, while conversely seeing larger increases in the senior
demographics.
• Demographic and income breakdown analysis were identified.
• Numerous other factors were included to thoroughly analyze all aspects of the potential
expansion.
• Revenue streams were analyzed and then compared to materials and supplies and
personnel costs.
• Memberships are quite obviously one of the most import revenue streams and also one
open to debate. All membership levels were analyzed and set to remain extremely
competitive locally. Memberships at the proposed facility would be ala carte; meaning
that the member decides what aspects of the facility to partake in.
Indoor Aquatic Center Bottom Line Figures of Revenue after Expenses :
• Revenue less expenses 5 year average (25yd pool) - ($105,404)
• Revenue less expenses 5 year average (50m pool) - ($161,555)
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Gymnasium highlights:
• Annual revenue versus expenses of $63,120.15
• Potential revenue from a walking track of $5,225 (Staff is recommending that this be a
free amenity to residents)
The Outdoor Aquatic analysis was not included in the proforma however it was most recently
completed in 2013 as a part of the original decision. Below is the graph from that 2013 study
that most closely matches our current design.
In summary, the proposed expansion of the facility should be looked at in totality including the
existing facility’s current revenue generation. In doing so the following breakdown emerges:
• 17/18 Actual Recreation Center Revenue versus Expenses - $134,701
• 18/19 Estimated Revenue versus Expense (very conservative - $102, 913
Overall Facility Expansion Bottom Line Compilation:
Recreation Center existing Revenue - $102,913
Estimated Gymnasium Revenue versus Expenses - 63,120
Estimated Outdoor Aquatic Revenue versus Expenses - 9,232
$175,265
Total Existing and Estimated Revenues Less 25 yard Indoor Aquatic Revenue versus Expenses
$175,265 – 105,404 = $69,861
Total Existing and Estimated Revenues Less 50 meter Indoor Aquatic Revenue versus Expenses
$175,265 – 161,555 = $13,710
When all elements are present, the facility will continue to support itself and to make money that
would be set aside for future capital items or improvements at the facility as they become
necessary.
ANALYSIS:
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The community has expressed their desires through the survey and through comments received
on social media platforms and at the facility itself. Since opening, membership levels at the
McHenry Recreation Center have navigated a pandemic and continues to recover. There are over
1,200 memberships, nearly 15% of which are senior members and over 70% are residents.
While the city does have an outdoor at Knox Park – Merkel Aquatic Facility - it is over 30 years
old and will require costly upgrades in the coming years simply to remain open. Even with these
improvements, it will still be undersized and will not have th e family elements that our
community is seeking.
Indoor aquatic public access options are severely limited, with West Campus providing
community swim hours only one day a week. This pool is also over 30 years old and is becoming
less and less of an option to serve needs outside of those of the schools. The pool affords no
options for warm water therapy and aqua aerobics, two hugely popular senior programs that are
no longer able to be offered after the privately -owned Shamrock Pool closed.
Lastly, gymnasium space and indoor walking space are not amenities that are currently available
to the public other than a weekly open gym time offered through the Parks and Recreation
Department. The proposed gymnasium and walking track would be a multip urpose, multi-use
space that would significantly expand programming options and offerings for our community.
In closing, the identified expansion will create an amenity that has the potential to increase the
quality of life for all populations within the City of McHenry. It will, no doubt, be a quality of life
family-friendly amenity that potential new residents seek when looking to locate to the
community. Finally, it is the facility that our community has long-deserved and one that will keep
our residents from having to leave McHenry to go to communities that have these attractions.
Staff has explored other funding options, yet the only real viable one lets the community truly
decide whether or not facilities are expanded or not, in the form of a property tax referendum.
It is estimated that the $30 million dollar referendum would amount to an additional $180/year
for the median home valued at $168,000. This is $15/month to have first-class recreation options
within the community.
The last step in this process is for Council to provide Staff with direction in regards to the
submission of an election referendum question at the General Election to be held on March 19,
2024. While still subject to amendment, an example of the proposed question, as provided by
City Attorney McArdle is as follows:
Shall the City of McHenry build an addition to the McHenry Recreation Center
that will include an indoor pool, a gymnasium and an outdoor family aquatic
park and issue City bonds in the amount of $30,000,000 for the purpose of paying
the costs thereof.
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Before finalizing the exact question, the City will consult with bond counsel to confirm
compliance with relevant laws including the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law, financing and
election laws. The staff may also retain the services of a bond consultant to determine funding
timeframes and marketability of bonds. The next general election is March 19, 2024, so the
certified ordinance containing the question should be approved and delivered to the County
Clerk’s Office no later than January 2, 2024. Because the City is Home Rule, it has the power to
levy the funds necessary to construct the improvements however, if direction from the residents
via a referendum is most desirable, as has been previously discussed by Council, Staff is seeking
direction to move forward to be able to allow the distribution of factual information to the public
regarding the proposed referendum and to be able to present Council with an Authorizing
Ordinance on December 18, 2023 for approval and transmittal to the County Cler k no later
January 2, 2024.
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STAFF REPORT
FOR DECEMBER 2023
The purpose of this report is to provide the City Council and public with the most up-to-date
information regarding the latest projects and happenings within the municipal government of
the City of McHenry. This report is organized by operating department and will be updated and
transmitted as part of each City Council Agenda Packet. Council is welcome to contact any
Department Director for more information on any item included in this report, as well as topics
from previous reports or items not included in the report. This report does not include projects
or other information that is considered confidential in nature.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Contact: Doug Martin, Director of Economic Development – 815/363-2110
McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce
Ribbon Cutting Friday 12/1 at 11:15 am Crystal Lume 1310 Riverside Drive
Holiday Markets at McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes 10 am – 6 pm:
12/2 A Christmas Carol Theme
12/9 Elves Workshop Theme
12/16 Ugly Sweater Theme
Riverwalk Shoppes
Staff is actively working with five of the current McHenry Riverwalk Shoppe owners on leasing
brick and mortar storefronts!!
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Contact: Ross Polerecky, Director of Community Development – 815/363-2182
Whiskey Diablo 1325 N Riverside Drive
A new water service was installed to Whiskey Diablo
Harbor Freight 1742 N Richmond Road
Harbor Freight has received a certificate of occupancy and is currently open for business.
Trio Fueling Station
The Trio fueling station at Ringwood Road and Route 120 is still waiting for final IDOT approval.
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Comprehensive Plan
Staff continues to work with consulting firm HDR on the comprehensive plan. This week HDR
was on site for a community workshop, about 25 residents attended the workshop and give
input on the future of McHenry.
POLICE
Contact: John Birk, Chief of Police – 815/363-2200
Personnel Update
The following personnel have recently completed the respective years of service with the
McHenry Police Department:
• Communications Center Supervisor Jennifer Synek – 27 years
• Officer Roger Hendrickson – 6 years
• Officer Ashley O’Herron – 4 years
• Officer Henri Krueger – 4 years
Training
Officer Roger Hendrickson attended Illinois Active Threat Master Certification training. This
training was hosted in Lake Cormorant, MS.
Officer Alex Lopez attended Breath Analysis for Alcohol Training hosted by the Woodstock
Police Department.
The police department’s Peer Support Team, consisting of Social Services Coordinator Jason
Sterwerf, CALEA Accreditation Manager Stephanie Erb, Lead Telecommunicator Dexter
Barrows, Detective Susan Ellis, and Officer Robert Klasek, attended Responder Readiness and
Range of Resilience training. This training was sponsored by FIRST Help.
Public Relations
On November 29th, 2023, Mayor Wayne Jett, Chief John Birk, Public Relations Officer Michael
Spohn, and Deputy City Clerk Monte Johnson, welcomed 3rd grade students from Riverwood
Elementary School to the Municipal Center. The students were on a field trip to learn more
about the police department and McHenry govenment.
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PUBLIC WORKS
Contact: Steve Wirch, Director of Public Works – 815/363-2205
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