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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 07/13/1994 - City Council REGULAR MEETING JULY 13, 1994 The Regular Meeting of the McHenry City Council was called to order by Mayor Cuda on Wednesday, July 13, 1994 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Center. At roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Absent: None. City Staff in attendance: City Clerk Althoff, City Administrator Peterson, Chief of Police Joyce. Absent: Director of Public Works Batt, Director of Building and Zoning Lobaito, Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel. TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION No one signed up to speak during the ten minute public input session. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Baird, seconded by Bates, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows, with various corrections to the June 29, 1994 Council Minutes: (1) June 29, 1994 Regular City Council Minutes; (2) Picnic/Beer Permits; (3) June Budget Report; (4) June Treasurer's Report Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION - PERSONNEL MATTERS Mayor Cuda explained that the information required to address this personnel issue had not been received, therefore this issue will be brought before Council at a later time. ANY AND ALL BUSINESS WHICH MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE COUNCIL Alderman Bolger questioned the status of the off-street parking proposal for Main Street. City Administrator Peterson noted that Mr. John Swierk of 4917 Glenbrook Trail, offered to prepare a design diagram at no cost . . . Borden Street as a southbound, one-way street. Alderman Bolger also requested an update on the David Kotiw easement. City Administrator Peterson indicated that we were awaiting a title search and survey of the land in question. Alderman_ Bolger also noted that the right-of-ways at Millstream and Freund, and on Riverside Drive in front of the Fox Hole Pizzeria, were `. overgrown with weeds and looked unsightly. The drainage ditch clean-up was also discussed. Summer help appears to have the job well in hand, however the City is experiencing some difficulty effecting proper maintenance in Lakeland Park. Alderman Bates and Alderman Lawson are exploring this situation. Alderman Bolger also suggested Council consideration and/or approval of summer applicants. The Pacini project update revealed that Pacini has received preliminary numbers on their traffic study, however they are still awaiting the final report. City Administrator Peterson is still interviewing city planners. The prolonged construction by Berger Construction Company on Green Street, was questioned by Alderman Bolger. City Administrator Peterson detailed the lengthy and complex process, as well as weather constraints, which necessitates the additional time. Alderman Bolger, Chairman of the Public Works Committee, reminded Aldermen and Staff of the July 14th Committee meeting devoted to hearing residents ' comments on the McHenry Shores water company. City Administrator Peterson noted that Mr. Mathews, owner of the McHenry Shores Water Company, would be represented by his attorney Mr. Thomas Nuelle of Woodstock. Background and historical data were discussed. Alderman Baird stated his desire to assist the McHenry Shores residents as much as possible with information dissemination. July 13, 1994 Page 2 Motion by Baird, seconded by Locke, to authorize staff to create and print informational flyers for the McHenry Shores residents as it relates to the McHenry Shores Water Company upon request and approval of City Administrator Peterson and/or Alderman Baird. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Alderman Bolger also noted that Monday, July 18th was the Zoning Board of Appeals hearing on the Busch-Knox annexation, and urged all Aldermen to attend and make their views known to the Board. Discussion followed determining that this was, in fact, the appropriate time for Council to express their concerns and ask questions. Alderman Locke reported that he had some discussion with one of the local bidders, and stated his desire to review the bid process in an attempt to award bids to local businesses when possible. The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, July 22nd will be rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict. Alderman Locke informed Council that he has been in contact with Robert Bergland of Northwest Property Management. Mr. Bergland has informed him that (1) Whispering Oaks Condominium Association will continute with the present refuse service with North Shore Waste; (2) Both associations will come before the Council in the near future to present a potentially permanent solution to the drainage ditch problem. Alderman Locke next noted that the parking lot of property located at 4213 W. Route 120 encroaches upon the Whispering Oaks park property. The new owner, Mr. Adams, is refurbishing the building for use as a currency exchange, and has been informed by the City to correct the problem. Alderman Locke would like the Council and staff to review the matter and seek an equally agreeable solution for both parties. Alderman Bates asked whether the Admiral building clean-up at the intersection of Route 120 and Route 31 was completed. City Administrator Peterson replied in the affirmative. Alderman Bates also noted that there were two stop sign requests in front of the Public Works Committee for signs at the intersections of Meadow and Willow, and Shore Drive and Eastern Avenue. Discussion then followed regarding street and sidewalk repairs. Alderman Bates requested consideration for streets in Lakeland Park. .� Alderman Lawson concurred, and suggested a comprehensive plan be worked out over several years as all the streets are in great need of repair's. It was also suggested that staff research grant options which might offer financial assistance in this regard. Alderman Lawson requested that the Building and Zoning Committee review the sign ordinance. As it appears, this ordinance causes new and existing businesses much difficulty. Alderman Bolger also requested that the Building and Zoning Committee look into the Buss Ford request. It was also noted that the McHenry Shores area has no sign (or signs) posted regarding "No Swimming" or "Swim at Your Own Risk". Alderman Locke requested that this matter be addressed. Motion by Bates, seconded by Lawson, to adjourn. Voting Aye: Bolger, Locke, Bates, Lawson, Baird. Voting Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 P.M. CITY CLERK MAYOR