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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - 12/16/2019 - City Council City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes �~ 12.16.19 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers, 333 S Green Street Monday, December 16, 2019 Call to Order: The City Council of the City of McHenry, Illinois, met in regular session on Monday, December 16, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the McHenry City Council Chambers, 333 S. Green Street, McHenry, IL. Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call. Members present: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present: Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Interim Director of Public Works Strange, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, and Chief of Police Birk, and City Clerk Ramel. Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Hearing: Public Hearing for the 2019 Property Tax Levy in the amount of$4,618,786 A. Motion to adopt the 2019 Property Tax Levy Ordinance in an amount not to exceed $4,618,786 Presented by Mayor Jett, no public comment. Alderman Glab wanted to know what consecutive year that the Property Tax Levy has stayed the same, it was verified that it has been the 8th year in a row. A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Glab to approve the Public Hearing items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. Public Comment: None Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: A. Resolution allocating MFT funds not to exceed $136,525 for the purchase of rock salt in the year 2020; B. Ordinance authorizing the sale of four vehicles through Clinton Auto Auction; C. Ordinance Amending Title 6; Public Safety, Chapter 5; Offenses, Article D; Drug Paraphernalia; Possession of Cannabis, Section 6-5D-2; Unlawful Possession of Cannabis, of the City of McHenry's Municipal Code; D. Ordinance creating Section 1-5-3, Surplus Property and amending Section 6-2A-4, Administrative Duties of the Chief of Police; 1 City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.16.19 111 E. Award a contract to Trane Building Services, in the amount of $141,929, for the replacement of two rooftop units at the Municipal center and pass an Ordinance for a general fund (100-01-8200) budget amendment in the amount of$11,479; F. Police Pension Fund Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2018/19; H Temporary Use Permit, Special Event Liquor License, Open Carry of Alcoholic Beverages; Street Closures, and Budget Amendment Ordinance in the amount of $10,000 for the 2020 McHenry Shamrocks the Fox St. Patrick's Day Festival; I. Annual Fiesta Days Schedule, Use of Parks, Police and Public Works services at a 50% reduction, approval of a Special Event Liquor License, and approval for the placement of temporary advertising signs as identified; J. December 2, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes; K. Issuance of Checks in the amount of$219,507.68; L. Issuance of As Needed Checks in the amount of$526,844.53. A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve Consent Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: (Item G. pulled for separate discussion by Alderman Glab). G. Waive competitive bidding requirements and award a supplemental contract to Langton Snow Solutions, Inc. in the amount of$30,422.32 with a 50% retainer of$15,211.16; This item was pulled by Alderman Glab wanted clarification of when/if people were charged admissions for the first music fest weekend. Free community events are not part of the fee. This fee people are charged are for events is what this fee is covered by. Alderman Schaefer wanted to know why the ice cream social wasn't on the Friday anymore. Alderman Glab expressed his support to see that Fiesta Days is being brought back to family ways. A motion was made by Alderman Sant! and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve Consent Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. Executive Session: A motion was made by Alderman Santi and second by Alderman Mihevc to close executive session: for the purpose of discussing A review of Executive Session Minutes (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21)).B. Selection of a person to fill a public office (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3)). Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried 2 City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.16.19 A motion was made by Alderman Glab and second by Alderwoman Miller to return to open session @ 7:35: Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call. Members present: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present: Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Interim Director of Public Works Strange, Director of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, and Chief of Police Birk, and City Clerk Ramel. Individual Action Item Agenda: A. Motion to adopt Ordinances for the abatement of real estate taxes levied for the 2019 Tax Levy Year for the following bond issues: General Obligation Bonds (Recovery Zone & Build America) Series 2010B, $407,160.00; General Obligation Bonds (Alternate) Series 2010C, $448,952.50; General Obligation Bonds (Alternate) Series 2012, $204,232.50; General Obligation Bonds (Refunding) Series 2013, $35,740.00; General Obligation Bonds (Refunding) Series 2015, $578,478.76 Presented by Mayor Jett. No discussion by council. Alderman Glab just supporting that this is saving more money for the community. A motion was made by Alderman Glab and seconded by Alderman Mihevc to approve individual agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. B. Grant a sign variance to 1800 N Richmond Road to allow an additional 9 feet in height for a maximum of 15 feet and an additional 21 square feet of area Presented by Community Development Director Polerecky, requirements for Popeye's chicken the signage. Alderman Schaefer wanted to know the comparison to the businesses next to the Popeye's and how uniform it is for the city. Comparison regarding other businesses in the area were discussed. Outlot has more restrictions to 6ft. height. Alderman Glab wanted to know about the overall look of the building, guest speaker stated it is close to other town protocols. Alderman Santi wanted to know how the 15ft. sign height is determined, and it was stated that is the norm which is the maximum to be allowed. A pole sign would be required because most of the restaurant is located on easement, per Director of Community Development Polerecky. Again emphasizing that sign footage is less than what the maximum is allowed. A representative that helps with signage was present for The Council to ask questions to. 3 City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.16.19 A motion was made by Alderman Schaefer and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve individual agenda items as presented. Roll Call:Vote:4-ayes:Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 2-nays Alderman Santi, Alderman Mihevc, 0-abstained. Motion carried. C. Motion to reimburse Mayor Jett for legal defense fees in the sum of$2,745.10 Attorney McArdle, explained this motion. Alderman Santi would like to possibly table this item. Alderman Schaefer wanted to know if The Council is all covered for litigation it was confirmed they are in some aspect as explained by the Attorney to The Council. Alderwoman Miller would also like more transparency and would like to further discuss if needed. The Council agrees that this will be tabled. Motion to table. A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Mihevc to approve individual agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. Individual Action Item Agenda Continued: -� A. Motion to a) pass a Resolution approving Executive Session minutes as presented; b) authorize the release of Executive Session meeting minutes as presented; and c) the destruction of any Executive Session recordings that have existed for more than 18 months and for which the minutes of that meeting have been approved. A motion was made by Alderman Sant! and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve individual agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Devine, Alderman Mihevc, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0- abstained. Motion carried. A. Motion to approve the Mayor's appointment to fill the existing vacancy of City Council Member-Ward 4 — Ryan Harding A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 5-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer,Alderman Mihevc,Alderman Devine,Alderwoman Miller. 1-nays Alderman Glab, 0-abstained. Motion carried Discussion Items: None Staff Reports: The lighting equipment installation has started. Dredging has almost been completed, per Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson. '1 Mayor's Report: Mayor Jett interviewed three people for the EDC- next meeting will bring back candidate. 4 City of McHenry Council Meeting Minutes 12.16.19 City Council Comments: Alderman Santi stated that the lighting in the park looks fantastic, heard from multiple residents it is very positive feeback. Adjourn: A motion was made Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Glab to adjourn the meeting at 7:65 p.m. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Glab, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried X Mayor WOVett City Clerk Trisha Ramel 5