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FEBRUARY 3, 1993
The Regular Meeting of the Mciezry City was cal_sd to order
by Mayor Busse on Wednesday; February 3, 199- at 7i30 P.M. in the Council
Room of the Municipal Center. At roll call Lhe -"ollowing Aldermen ;were
present: Bolger, Donahue, Locke, Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Lieder arrived at 8:15 P.M. Absent: None. , City Staff in attendance:
City Clerk Gilpin, City Administrator Peterson, City Attorney Narusis,
Chief of Police Joyce, Director of Public Works Batt, Director of Parks
and Recreation Merkel, Director of Building and Zoning Lobaito. Absent:
None.
TEN MINUTE PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
During the ten minute public input session, three pec :_e signed up to
speak. Firefighter Greg L. Lynn, Public Education Officer with the Great
Lakes Fire Department, asked the Council to pass a resolution to support
keeping the Great Lakes Naval Training Station open. Pat Fisher, a
coordinator for SOS (Save our Schools) suggested that the proceeds from
the sale of the old City Hall building at 1111 N. Green Street be given
to the SOS project. Dr. James Mowery, President of District 156, read a
statement stating that the high school board would be interested in being
a member of an advisory committee to address any developments that come
into the City.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
The Public Works Committee met January 27, 1993 to address the
request by Northern Illinois Medical Center officials that the City
maintain the water and sewer mains on Ring Road, south of the hospital.
The City staff concurred in that request. The hospital will provide the
easement for these utility lines, but the maintenance of Ring Road would
continue to be the responsibility of NIMEC.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to approve the request of
NIMEC and undertake maintenance of the water and sewer mains on Ring
Road, and that the hospital will provide the easement for these utility
lines with the understanding that the maintenance of Ring Road would be
�--- the responsibility of NIMEC.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Lieder.
Motion carried.
BID OPENING FOR OLD CITY HALL BUILDING
Two bids were submitted for sale of the ^]_d City Hall building at
1111 N. Green Street. Edwin McGuire offered a bid cf $214,000. Ed
Neumann submitted three bid options. Option 1: $223,(0(. -*ash; Option
2: $180,000 plus real estate! Optl.,,_ 9: $205,000 p-us a variety of
conditions. Bids will be reviewed by the ,ity Attorney and will be
presented later to the Council for action.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Donahue seccnded by Smith, to apprcire the Consent Agenda
as follows:
(1) Approve January 13, 1;93 Regular City Council meeting minutes;
(2) Approve January 20, 1993 Regular Cizy Council meeting minutes;
(3) Approve National Tag Days schedule, as presented;
(4) Accept the public impzovements for Tonyan Industrial Park
sanitary sewer extension project;
(5) Approve IDOT audit of MFT funds covering the year 1991;
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Lieder.
Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARING - PINTOZZI LOT IN HI POINT SUBDIVISION
Attorney Steven C-Lda.. repr-!ser_ting Trust #619, was present at the
hearing along with Antt•.o_-.- C. Pintozzi, one of '_he owners of the
building. The petitioners were asking for annexation. and I-1 zoning for
Lot 4 in H'_ Point subdivision, and an adjacent easement parcel. The
properties are located in the County just south of the Corporate Center.
The property, contains 1.6 acres. and it is improved with a 16,000 square
foot building, loading dock, and parking lot. The Zoning Board of
Appeals considered the request at its December 21, 1992 meeting. A vote
of 4-2 to grant the I-1 zoning, and also grant the following variances ---r
was passed:
(1) Front yard setback be reduce- Eton. -,-0` to 301 ;
(2) Parking requirements be redv.ced from 50 to 25 spaces;
(3) Landscaping and screening :eG,u;rements be waived.
Water and sewer mains have been connected to serve the property, and
easements have been drawn up in favor of the City. The property owners
requested annexation and hook-up to the City sewer system in November of
1991. Pintozzi stated that if the current building was expanded, he
would provide parking spaces for just the addition, but not the whole
building. He also said he did not feel it was within the realm of
possibility to expand the building within the front yard setback. He
also stated he would agree to honor the 40' front yard setback if the
building was expanded. The proposed annexation agreement was then
reviewed in detail.
Aldermen Lieder arrived at 8:15 P.M.
On Page 4, paragraph 5, the petitioners requested that the payment of
any annexation fees be waived.
Motion by Serritella, seconded by Adams, to waive the annexation fees
of approximately $500 for this property.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Lonahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Vo c ir_g Nay: Nor e.
Absent- None.
Motion carried.
On Page 6, Paragragh 12, Recapture Agreement Terms and Provisions
were discussed.
Motion by Adams, seconded by Serritella, that Paragraph 12 remain as
written with no changes.
'Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Qmith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Ncne,
Motion carried.
It was mentioned )y :la;rc.: 3rsse `}.at the Council should recognize
that Hi Point Road. will become E. par: of the City upon annexation, and
the maintenance of that road wol.-c 3e the responsibility of the City. At
the present time, it does not meet say City standards.
Motion by Smith., secondea by Serritella, to pass an ordinance
approving an annexation agreement for Lot 4 in Hi Point Subdivision.
Voting Aye. Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Smith, seconded by Donahue, to pass an ordinance annexing
the territory known as Lot 4 in Hi Point subdivision.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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Motion by Smith, seconded by Donahue, to concur with the
recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and pass an ordinance
zoning the property I-1, and that variances• be granted reducing the
required front yard setback from 40' to 301 , reducing the required number
of parking spaces from 50 to 25, and waiving landscaping and screening
requirements limited to the parking area, and -if outside storage is
present on the property, it would have to be screened.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
CITY VEHICLE STICKERS
At the January 6, 1993 meeting, CrimeStoppers requested that their
logo be displayed on the 1993-94 vehicle stickers. District #15 also
requested that the Landmark School be on the 1993-94 vehicle stickers,
since it would be celebrating 100 years in 1994. Several years ago the
City approved using landmarked plaqued buildings on the vehicle
stickers. Some Aldermen expressed concern that if one organization was
given approval for City vehicle stickers, other organizations might
present requests in future years.
Motion by Adams, seconded by Serritella, to maintain the present City
policy of only putting plaqued landmark buildings on the City vehicle
stickers, and to put the plaqued Landmark School on the 1993-94 vehicle
stickers.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Abstaining: Donahue.
Motion carried.
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR RIVER PARK SUBDIVISIOft
River Park Subdivision is located on the east side of River Road,
approximately 2000 feet north of the Bull Valley Road bridge. Since the
property is located within 1 1/2 miles of the City boundaries, it is
subject to the Subdivision Control Ordinance. One of the owners, Randy
Thelen, and his engineer Al Schmidt of Smith Engineering, were present to
answer questions of the Council. In answer to a question, Thelen said he
had not met with the schools concerning the impact on the school
district, and what the school's position was.
Motion by Serritella, seconded by Patterson, to deny the request for
preliminary plat approval of River Park subdivision, as presented.
Motion by Smith to amend the motion that the denial would be in place
until such time as the developer comes back with an agreement with the
schools.
Following discussion, Smith withdrew his amendment.
Serritella then changed her motion that the Council stay the approval
of the preliminary plat of River Park subdivision until such time as the
developer meets with the schools and comes back with an agreement
acceptable to the schools, the Council, and the developer.
Patterson withdrew his second from the motion, and Smith seconded it.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to table the motion so that
the staff and Council can study it further.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue.
Voting Nay: Locke, Lieder, Serritella, Patterson,
Adams, Smith.
Absent: None.
Motion did not carry.
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Voting on the original motion:
Voting Aye: Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: Bolger.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Mayor called for a recess at 9:17 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 9:35 P.M. , with everyone in attendance.
ALBERT'S PARR RIDGE ESTATES FINAL PLAT APPROVAL OF PHASE I
Albert's Park Ridge Estates was annexed, and the preliminary plat was
approved on November 13, 1991. They are now making a request for final
plat approval of Phase I. At the Plan Commission meeting of December 3,
1992, the final plat was approved on a 4-0 vote, and included five
recommendations, all of which have been or are in the process of being
satisfactorily addressed.
Motion by Smith, seconded by Serritella, to approve the final plat of
Albert's Park Ridge Estates Phase I, subject to the following conditions:
1) That the City's insurance requirements are met, submitted, and
approved prior to the project preconstruction meeting;
2) The note portion of the plat be augmented by an explanation of the
letters "B.S.B.L.", and "UE"; that widths at building lines for all
lots be shown; that outlot A be so designated on the final plat, and
a plat of dedication for off-site easements be submitted in any
satisfactory form to the City;
3) That the street section named Loyola Court be changed to some other
name;
4) That a temporary turn-around be provided at the end of Loyola and
Dartmoor Drives, subject to the Director of Public Works' approval;
and,
5) That the liability insurance issue be resolved to the satisfaction of
Attorney Narusis, and Public Works Director Batt.
Voting Aye: Smith, Adams, Serritella, Bolger,
Donahue, Lieder.
Voting Nay: Patterson, Locke.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
JOINT REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR DEVELOPMENTS
At the January 20, 1993 meeting, discussion took place on structuring
an advisory committee to improve communications with the schools and
other taxing bodies on new developments that might come into the City.
Following lengthy discussion, a motion was made to form a committee.
Motion by Lieder, seconded by Adams, to form an advisory committee,
consisting of one voting member from School District 156, from School
District 15, from the Library District, from the Fire District, and from
the City Council.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: Locke.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Motion by Lieder, seconded by Adams, that the City Council appoint
the Mayor as its representative on this advisory committee, and he has
the authority to appoint anyone else in his absence to attend these
meetings.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: Locke.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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It was noted that other members from these taxing districts may
attend the advisory committee meetings, but only one vote would be
allowed from each district.
The City staff was authorized to contact the other taxing districts,
and set up an advisory committee meeting as soon as possible to establish
procedures.
STREET NAME CHANGE
At the last meeting. the City Attorney was instructed to draft an
ordinance changing a section of.. Biscayne Drive to Amberwood Place.
Motion by Smith, seconded by Serritella, to pass ar_ ordinance
changing the name of a section of Biscayne Drive to Amberwood Place.
Voting Aye: Bolgef, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PURCHASE OF POLICE VEHICLES
As has been the City's recent policy, the replacement of three police
vehicles would be again undertaken this year. The State contract for
police vehicles has usually been the City's low purchase price, which
this year was $40,148.76. The Police Department received additional
quotes from Bigger Chevrolet of Elgin in the amount of $39,224.00, and
from Gary Lang Chevrolet of McHenry in the amount of $39,894.00.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Adams, to authorize the purchase of
three Chevy Caprice police vehicles from Gary Lang Chevrolet of McHenry
in the amount of $39,894.00.
Voting Aye: Locke, Donahue, Bolger, Serritella,
Adams, Smith.
Voting Nay: Lieder, Patterson.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR - STATEMENT AND REPORTS
Mayor Busse requested that a resolution be passed recognizing the
contributions of John F. Albrecht who served on the Police Commission
Board for 11 years.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to pass a resolution
recognizing the many contributions of John Albrecht, and expressing its
appreciation and gratitude of behalf of the citizens of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
The Public Works Committee met on January 27, 1993 to discuss various
issues. Alderman Bolger, Chairman of the Committee, reported on the
results:
Ken Ehredt, of 3310 W. Bull Valley Road, requested permission to hook
up to the City's sewer system. About 1 1/2 years ago, the Ehredts
approached the City seeking annexation of six acres of land. They
deposited retained personnel fees with the City, and agreed to wait for
annexation until the Knox Farm annexation was completed.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to approve the recommendation
of the Public Works Committee, and grant the request for hook-up to the
City's sewer system by Ken Ehredt of 3310 W. Bull Valley Road.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: Locke.
Absent: None.
Motion Carried.
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A revised Street Maintenance Program for 1993 was reviewed by the
Committee. It was their recommendation to put it out to bid.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to approve the recommendation
of the Committee, and put the revised list out for bid, and if bids are
favorable, perhaps the entire program could be completed this year.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella. ---�
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The proposed Sidewalk Maintenance Program for 1993 was reviewed by
the Committee- and it was their recommendation to put the program out to
bid to see how mith could be done this year. Money is also available in
a sidewalk account that has been deposited by developers The Council
will have to decide later whether or not to use that money for new
sidewalks.
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Patterson, to go out for bids for the
Sidewalk Maintenance Program, as recommended by the Public Works
Committee.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The possible purchase of a used skyjacker was discussed by the
Committee, The Public Works Director felt that if given time and
authority to -look for a good use skyjacker, they could find one that
would cost a fraction of what a new one would be. ...�
Motion by Bolger, seconded by Donahue, to authorize the Public Works
Director` to look for a used skyjacker.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The Parks and Recreation Committee met on Wednesday, January 27, 1993
and Chairman Patterson gave a report on that meeting.
A brief discussion was held on the status of the Petersen Park Land
Acquisition Grant, and its relationship with the pending Clean Lakes
Phase II grant application. If the City applies for retroactivity and it
is granted at this time, the City can complete the purchase of the
property, and still ' e eligible for the upcoming 1993 grant cycle.
Purchase of the property at this time would not jeopardize the City's
potential for funding through the EPA Clean Lakes Phase II program.
Motion by Patterson, seconded by Donahue, to apply for retroactivity
with the Illinois Department of Conservation for the Petersen Park Land
Acquisition Grant (Mass Property) on May 1, 1993. --�
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The McHenry County Conservation District contacted the City Park
Department regarding the progress with the bike path along the Chicago
and Northwestern Railroad. MCCD will be applying for federal funding for
this project, which will allow them to complete this project within the
next two years. They have requested the City to submit a resolution in
support of this grant application for bike path funding.
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Motion by Patterson, seconded by Lieder, to authorize the Park
Department to draft a resolution of support for the MCCD bike path grant.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
City Administrator Peterson reported that the United Way Program for
�-- the City had been a huge success this year, and far surpassed what was
contributed last year. He gave recognition to City employees Kathi
Kunzer, who was coordinator for the City, and John Harrison.
NEW BUSINESS
Aldermen Lieder, Chairman of the Finance Committee, scheduled a
Finance Committee meeting for Monday, February 8, 1993 at 7:00 P.M. to
review the preliminary budget for 1993-94. Another Finance Committee
meeting was scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 1993 at 2:00 P.M. to
meet with employee representatives on their requests for wages and
benefits.
Motion by Smith, seconded by Adams, to adjourn.
Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Locke,
Smith, Adams, Patterson, Serritella.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:43 P.M.
CITY CLERK 4®R