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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/15/2012 - Planning and Zoning CommissionCity of McHenry Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes March 15, 2012 Chairman Schepler called the March 15, 2012 regularly scheduled meeting of the City of McHenry Planning and Zoning Commission to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were the following: Buhrman, Morck, Nadeau, and Schepler. Absent: Doherty, Ekstrom, and Thacker. Also in attendance were: Deputy City Administrator Martin and Secretary Wolf. Approval of Minutes Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Morck, to approve the minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting as presented: January 19, 2012 regularly scheduled meeting. Voting Aye: Buhrman, Morck, Nadeau, and Schepler. Voting Nay: None. Not Voting: None. Abstaining: None. Absent: Doherty, Ekstrom, and Thacker. Motion carried 4-0. Public Hearing: Arthur F. Bookman File No. Z-784 908 N. Front Street (Illinois Route 31) Conditional Use Permit Chairman Schepler called the Public Hearing to order at 7:31 p.m. regarding File No Z-784, an application submitted by Arthur F. Bookman regarding property located at 908 N. Front Street for conditional use permit to allow the following: 1. Auto repair; 2. Auto body; 3. Open sales lot; and 4. Outdoor storage On the subject premises. Deputy Administrator Martin asked for a motion to dismiss due to a lack of completed documentation and stated the applicant is not moving forward at this time. He also stated Notice of the Public Hearing was advertised and published in the Northwest Herald and notices were sent out. Commissioner Nadeau asked if this request is a permanent dismissal. Deputy Administrator Martin replied no, if the applicant wants to proceed they will have to reapply. Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Buhrman, to dismiss File No. Z-784, an application for conditional use permit on the property located at 908 N. Front Street by applicant Arthur F. Bookman. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 2 Voting Aye: Buhrman, Morck, Nadeau, and Schepler. Voting Nay: None. Not Voting: None. Abstaining: None. Absent: Doherty, Ekstrom, and Thacker. Motion carried 4-0. Chairman Schepler closed the Public Hearing regarding File No. Z-784 at 7:32 p.m. Public Hearing: Herb Regan File No. Z-783 5002 E. Elm Street (Illinois Route 120) Use Variance Chairman Schepler called the Public Hearing to order at 7:32 p.m. regarding File No Z-783, an application submitted by Herb Regan regarding property located at 5002 W. Elm Street for a use variance to allow an indoor tactical firearms range on the subject premises. In attendance were Herb Regan, owner of the subject property and Bill Provencher, a professional sound expert on noise that might be generated both from the shooting and the filtration systems put in place. Both were sworn in by Chairman Schepler. Chairman Schepler stated Notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Northwest Herald on February 28, 2012. Notices were provided to all abutting property owners by certified mail. The subject property was posted as required by ordinance. Certificate of Publication and affidavit of service requirement are on file in the City Clerk’s Office. Herb Regan stated it is his desire to install two indoor competition shooting/firearm ranges on the subject property which he owns at 5002 W. Elm St. The intent for this is to cater to competition and league style shooters in the sport. Deputy Administrator Martin provided a staff report of the request before the Commission at this Hearing. He noted the applicants are seeking a use variance to allow an indoor tactical firearms/shooting range on the premises which is required because the proposed use is not addressed or permitted by ordinance. The former tenant, Lee Auto Parts, closed after 10 years of business. The applicant wishes to re-design the building for shooting range competitions for private members. This will not only require approval of a use variance but also a variance from the Municipal Code to allow discharge of firearms within city limits as it is prohibited by ordinance except in the case of law enforcement. Deputy Administrator Martin stated Staff has been working with the applicant for several weeks on interior design engineering and noise mitigation measures compliant with City ordinances to address the discharge of firearms as well as a proposed air filtration system. The preliminary plans have been reviewed by the building department and the police department. The applicant has been very cooperative working with Staff and amenable to changes proposed. Staff is comfortable with preliminary design engineering pending submittal of final building plans. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 3 The applicant is proposing to use a professional shooting range fabricator to design the two ranges within the building. Deputy Administrator Martin believes the applicant has taken all possible preventative security measures including: indoor/outdoor surveillance cameras, installation of a magnetic key pad, requiring proper training and conduct within the facility, and a Knox box installed on the property allowing the police and fire departments 24-hour access to the property. Sound mitigation measures have also been proposed in terms of interior design. Staff stated some concerns including containing parking on-site at all times and the proposed twenty-four hour/seven-day a week access. The applicant feels the availability of off-hours and overnight hours are critical to the successful operation of the business due to most club member’s daytime work schedules. Another concern is noise generated both from the shooting as well as the proposed air filtration system. Staff is recommending the existing wooden fence along the northern property line be maintained or a new fence be installed on the subject property to assist in some of these concerns. Deputy Administrator Martin stated potential deleterious impacts from the subject property onto adjacent properties, safety and sound being the largest concerns, have been considered and mitigation measures will be taken if the use variance is approved. Staff is looking at this area on West Route 120 in terms of economic revitalization and economic development. Being zoned C-5, Highway Commercial, this is not a traditional retail use, however Staff believes strongly that it is important to get uses that are appropriate and fit in well with the surrounding area on that section of Route 120. While it doesn’t provide sales tax dollars it will draw people to the city, many who do not live in McHenry, and they will use other services the City offers. Staff believes the use variance is unrelated to any substantial economic benefit the property owner would receive other than filling a vacant building to maintain an on-going income stream. Currently there is one other shooting range in the City, East of the river. The proposed range is a competitive range and will draw up to 100 –175 members at its peak having a yearly membership fee. Deputy Administrator Martin concluded that Staff recommends approval of the use variance to allow the indoor tactical firearms range at 5002 W. Elm Street subject to the following conditions , as amended: 1. Use Variance shall be null and void if indoor tactical firearms range closes the business and ceases operation for 90 consecutive days, but shall not include closing by reason of a catastrophic event such as fire or vandalism; 2. If business is sold or another owner takes over the business in the future staff must be notified and all conditions listed herein must be adhered to; 3. A solid barrier such as a wooden fence of at least 6’ in height shall be maintained in good condition for the entire duration the business is operating at this site and maintained and replaced/repaired if necessary; 4. No light trespass is permitted to the north and minimal security lighting/motion detector lighting shall be maintained at all times, ensuring safety of adjacent residences and businesses, as well as club members accessing the facility after daylight hours; 5. Parking spaces for all vehicles on-site at any one time must be legally accommodated on-site unless prior arrangements have been made and approved by staff; 6. Business operation shall not be permitted to open unless all building issues including sound mitigation measures, described in the applicant’s narrative, are properly installed and if required tested for compliance with City ordinances prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy; Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 4 7. A Knox Box shall be installed allowing 24/7 emergency access, either of the McHenry Police Department and/or the McHenry Township Fire Protection District; 8. Indoor and outdoor surveillance cameras shall be installed to allow monitoring of the entire facility inside and outside and surveillance video/tapes shall be maintained, allowing emergency personnel to use in the future if a case arises warranting viewing by emergency personnel; 9. The number of shooters shall be limited to the number of firing points or stations identified on the building plans; 10. No firearms shall be stored or remain on-premise overnight, as well as when the facility is not being utilized; only firearms permitted shall be those used by private members in the shooting range; 11. An alarm system, previously approved by City staff prior to obtaining an occupancy permit, shall be installed to detect break-ins or unauthorized access inside the building; 12. All private members must complete an orientation safety program and display a valid firearm owners identification (FOID) card prior being permitted to discharge firearms within the building; 13. No firearms shall be discharged within either range without the presence of a legally- licensed NRA Safety Range Officer or member possessing legal National Range Officers Institute Certification or holding legal certified range officer credentials; 14. No firearms shall be loaded except when inside the confines of the contained shooting range; 15. In order for members to access the facility 24/7 they must complete an orientation safety program and display a valid firearm owners identification (FOID) card prior being permitted to discharge firearms within the building on the subject property and shall be required to complete an NRA Safety Range Officer Certification nine-hour course or the National Range Officers Institute Certification and become certified range officers and a magnetic entry card system shall be installed to provide “live time” remote monitoring; 16. Twenty-four hour/seven day a week access shall be permitted. However if staff receives complaints found to be valid after proper investigation the applicant must work with staff and take reasonable proper measures to abate the nuisance/complaint; 17. The applicant is required to obtain an amendment to the use variance if and when the private shooting range becomes an openly-accessed public facility of any type; 18. The storage of live ammunition on-site shall be in an safe, previously approved by City staff, and comply with all applicable City ordinances, prior to an occupancy permit being issued; 19. The shooting range must comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding the discharge of a firearm. 20. A list of all FOID cards for all members active at any one time must be accessible and on premises at all times subject to inspection if warranted by law enforcement agencies. Staff finds the requirements in Table 32(A) of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance have been satisfied. Deputy Administrator Martin made note that anyone possessing a firearm or firearm ammunition in the State of Illinois must have a Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID card) which is issued by the Illinois State Police. There were amendments made in 2007 to the FOID card applications which now require a drivers’ license number or State of Illinois ID card submitted with the application for background check purposes. The FOID card is typically valid for ten years and it does have to be renewed. Also the current law states that anyone convicted of a felony is ineligible to get a FOID card, although they are allowed to appeal. If they are convicted of domestic battery or domestic violence they are ineligible to possess a Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 5 FOID card and additionally, if there is an active order of protection, they may be ineligible to possess a FOID card. There is a mandatory waiting period for delivery of firearms purchased that includes at least three days for handguns and 24 hours for rifles, shotguns or other hunting-type weapons. You must be 18 years of age to purchase a long gun and at least 21 years of age to purchase a hand gun. Illinois state laws will be required to be followed regarding display and carrying of firearms. Those restrictions include a stipulation that if the firearm is 12 inches or less, which includes the barrel of most handguns, they cannot be displayed in a window that is facing the public and they must be stored in a proper containment box. Deputy Administrator Martin is also recommending that no firearms be stored on- site when nobody is on the property. Staff believes the applicant has done everything possible to mitigate sound issues and would make sure, prior to opening, that all security, noise and safety requirements and conditions are in place in addition to all building requirements. Chairman Schepler invited questions and/or comments from the Commission. Commissioner Buhrman asked the applicant what experience he had in regard to firearm operations. Mr. Regan stated he has numerous certificates and training experiences with firearms. He is currently enrolled to become a Range Master at the end of June which will give him all qualifications to advance his own knowledge and experience and certify him again as the upper echelon of running a range. In response to an inquiry as to how many members would be accepted at the range and how they propose to control the members, Mr. Regan stated they anticipate about 125 to 150 members, or 175 members at the high end. They plan on using the internet for web reservations for groups by appointment only, almost like a time-share. The maximum accommodated at one time would be 24 which is dictated by the parking limitations. Mr. Regan also stated that the goal will be to provide access to the members. Typically, squads of 16 members at a time is considered a good number to compete. Currently there isn’t much access in this type of sport and members only have 2 or 3 opportunities to run the course in the span of an evening because of the demand. A question was raised as to how guests of members would be accounted for. Mr. Regan stated guests would have to be signed up under a member in their initial reservation in order to be allowed in. Currently they are considering implementing a pass system allowing each member to bring in up to 10 guests per year. He believes it would still be a very controlled system of about 16 people on-site at any one time. In response to an inquiry as to whether or not the number of 16 members on-site at any one time included the manager of the range, Mr. Regan responded that all members of the club would be required to take a certification class so effectively every member would be a certified range officer and able to run the facility by themselves. He explained that there will not necessarily be a manager on duty at any one time. Instead every member would be a range officer and a manager according to the program they are intending to pursue, which is based on other clubs and facilities that do the same model. They have also had discussions with their insurance companies about it and they have indicated this is the program they would like them to follow. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 6 Commissioner Buhrman asked for clarification on the number of parking spaces. It appears the rear entrance is blocked and the dumpster space is a problem. Mr. Regan responded that the rear entrance isn’t in the building yet. The wall still needs to be cut to create that door which would be coming off the parking lot. He indicated the plans show 14 spots along the East wall of the building, 4 spots along the South façade in front of the building, and parallel parking along the West edge vertically oriented would allow another 4-5 cars. Deputy Administrator Martin noted he discussed the concern with the applicant regarding the dumpster location being a hard space to maneuver for a typical car. They agreed that parking space cannot be maintained as a regular space and would have to be eliminated or reserved for compact-type cars. He also indicated that the rear entrance spaces are not an issue after discussions with the building department. Commissioner Buhrman inquired if there is an architectural drawing on the plans other than what was presented. Specifically he wanted clarification on the number of entrances/exits needed and the availability of handicap accessible bathrooms. Mr. Regan indicated the drawing presented is the only one they have right now and that there are currently two entrance/exit points along the North wall. The ranges themselves are effectively fire harbor locations. Currently one bathroom is ADA accessible and the bathroom that is not ADA accessible is going to be converted to be shared, or used, by the office staff only. The office space and its bathroom would be closed and not open to the public; however all clients would have one bathroom that is ADA accessible. Commissioner Nadeau asked why the plan is to have 24-hour access to the building rather than more traditional hours of opening at 6:00 am and closing the building at midnight. Mr. Regan responded it is modeled to the clientele coming in after regular daytime work hours. Longer hours provide more accessibility and availability and would impose fewer restrictions on the member’s use. They are willing to entertain closing at midnight if the Commission requests they do so. A question was raised as to how many members would participate in any competitions which might be held at the facility. Mr. Regan indicated they would be called league nights and also be limited to approximately 16 people on-site at any one time. Commissioner Nadeau inquired what plans are in place if someone brings in a gun that is stronger than the range is built for, such as a larger caliber or a newly-designed weapon. Mr. Regan indicated that part of the training all members will be required to have will not only cover how to be a range officer, but would also get into firearms and their handling and how to safely and properly operate all aspects of the facility. There will be a limit on what could be used. The specifications they are using right now are at a tactical level of 4 and a ballistic level of 4, to be able to handle up to a good-sized carbine rifle; however, the weapons that will generally be used are pistols which will be nowhere near in excess of that size. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 7 Commissioner Nadeau asked if the facility would actually be self-regulated, to which Mr. Regan indicated yes it will be self-regulated by all members who will have been trained with a minimum of a 9- hour course. Deputy Administrator Martin asked for clarification on the number of 16 members being on-site at any one time noting that the plans seem to indicate that there is only space or “lanes” for 12. Mr. Regan responded that this is not a booth-style range. It is designed for open shooting with one competitor and two safety officers at a time. The range is a complete containment-style range. Commissioner Morck asked how loud the HEPA system is, what the required sound levels are by ordinance, how close the house behind the property is to the firing range and the approximate sound decibel level at that point. Mr. Provencher responded that it is standard commercial ventilation equipment with a utility set fan. Right at the equipment the noise level is somewhere between 70 and 90 decibels but further out it will be quieter. The house is approximately 50-100 feet from the range. They have not done sound level calculations yet but they would look at the city ordinance and meet the decibel levels required at the lot line. Deputy Administrator Martin added there are performance standards for noise with adjustment factors but the maximum permitted sound levels at boundaries of the nearest residential lots would be approximately 75 decibels; however there are many variables to take into consideration. The intent would be that the noise would be almost non-existent at the property line. Sound measures would have to be taken at the property line after the HEPA system is in place and if it exceeds what is allowed the applicant would have to install an adjustment that would buffer the noise to meet the standards in the zoning ordinance. Staff is also proposing no light trespass to the north, or zero foot candles at the property line. It was discussed that there will be at least street noise at 2:00 a.m. from traffic pulling in and out. A question was raised as to how that was being addressed or if the number of members entering at that time of night would be limited. Mr. Regan answered that inside noise has been addressed and will be contained but street noise is much more challenging to contain. The fence at the property line will help. The existing fence is effective for some noise containment; but the fence is not in great shape. The applicant is willing to put up a new fence and work with building and zoning as to the location of a new fence to effectively address any light and sound issues. Deputy Administrator Martin added that the noise and light issues have been addressed in the recommendation of 24-hour access with the condition that if complaints start being received mitigation measures to address specific complaints would be ongoing and monitored on a continual basis. He stated the minimum property lighting requirement is 1.5 foot candles within the parking area with a maximum of 10 being allowed, but the light cannot trespass to the North because it is residential. To the west is a residence that is zoned commercial but they would meet the same intent on the lighting requirements as they do for the north. On Route 120 it is not unusual to have a business that is open very late at night abutting a residential area. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 8 Commissioner Buhrman asked what sales revenue would be generated for the City and whether the applicant and Staff have discussed and reviewed the plans with Chief of Police Jones. Deputy Administrator Martin responded that there would be no sales tax generated – only property tax. Mr. Regan indicated that Deputy Administrator Martin handled all reviews with the Chief of Police. Deputy Administrator Martin added that he and Building Commissioner Ryan Schwalenberg discussed the plans at length and involved Chief Jones, adding conditions that the police requested from the beginning. A concern was stated that the lack of supervision, ownership or management in the membership-only management style that is being proposed, opens the door for groups of impaired shooters to come in at any time and how that would be addressed. A definition for a Knox box was also requested. Mr. Regan responded that there will be recorded video surveillance anytime the key code is punched on the door. Advanced firearms training will be completed by all members. Background checks will have been done on all members through their FOID card applications, which are reviewed every 10 years; and FOID cards must be displayed to enter the building. A Knox box is a container mounted to the exterior of the building that has a key inside which the police and fire department have access to at all times. Deputy Administrator Martin asked if there are any actions indicated on the application for membership that would result in withdrawing a membership or disqualifying a member. Herb Regan responded that a breach of any of the safety regulations in place could suspend or end a membership. They are also proposing a policy requiring that there are always two members on the premises at all times for safety reasons. An inquiry was made as to whether or not this facility would be used by casual shooters and what type of membership fee will be required. Mr. Regan responded that the facility will be an exclusive club and will only be used by members with advanced firearms training. The membership fee would be at an exclusive price, which might help wean out immature elements using the range. Commissioner Morck asked why this location was chosen and whether a better location for this type of facility might be in an industrial park. Mr. Regan responded that they own the building already. It is already their property and they no longer have a tenant. These types of facilities have great longevity with them and use of the building for this purpose would give them a secure tenant long-term. The use might be better suited to an industrial area but this location makes economic sense for them. They are willing to address any concerns the Commission has. Deputy Administrator Martin asked if the facility would be open to law enforcement agencies. Mr. Regan responded that they would love to open the range to law enforcement agencies on a limited basis and stated that their first priority is giving access to the members. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 9 Chairman Schepler invited questions and comments from the audience. The following resident was sworn in prior to addressing the Commission: Joseph B. Stanek, 1316 Millstream: Mr. Stanek asked for verification that Staff is recommending authorization of the use variance with the conditions listed and continual review by the police department as well as allowing the police unlimited access to the facility. Deputy Administrator Martin replied affirmatively. Mr. Stanek stated he believes the lighting may be a concern but he has spoken to some of the neighbors who reviewed the property recently. They have not indicated a concern so far. Mr. Stanek opined that the fence should probably be required to be at an 8 foot height and that the applicant should be required to be responsible for addressing all sound and light mitigation issues. He stated it is a unique building and believes if the Commission feels they can be satisfied with the noise and lighting modifications being made by the applicant he supports this use. As there were no further comments from the audience, Chairman Schepler closed the Public Comment portion of the hearing at 8:20 p.m. Chairman Schepler invited further comments or questions from commissioners. Commissioner Buhrman read Article III on Weapons in the city ordinance under “Discharge of Weapons” and asked for a motion to table the vote for complete staff recommendation and petitioner’s response to the commissioner’s questions. He stated he does not feel that there is sufficient verbiage to review from the Police Department, the Building Commissioner or Staff due to changes made since the proposal was originally presented in packets to the commissioners. He opined there has been good discussion this evening but needs more information before moving forward on a vote. Mr. Regan noted that he has done due diligence in terms of notifying the public and attending the hearing tonight. He stated he had no control over the number of commissioners that were able to be in attendance today. He added that continuing the hearing will present a hardship to the applicant as they already have a vacant building and would like to move forward in regard to revenue and a timeline required for ordering specialized equipment. Motion by Buhrman to continue the Public Hearing regarding File No. Z-783 to the regularly scheduled April 19, 2012 Planning and Zoning commission meeting for further review. Motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Morck, to recommend to the City Council with regard to File No Z-783, an application for a use variance to allow an indoor tactical firearms range at 5002 W. Elm Street as requested by Herb Regan, subject to the following conditions, which include the amendments noted at this meeting: 1. Use Variance shall be null and void if indoor tactical firearms range closes the business and ceases operation for 90 consecutive days, but shall not include closing by reason of a catastrophic event such as fire or vandalism; 2. If business is sold or another owner takes over the business in the future staff must be notified and all conditions listed herein must be adhered to; Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 10 3. A solid barrier such as a wooden fence of at least 6’ in height shall be maintained in good condition for the entire duration the business is operating at this site and maintained and replaced/repaired if necessary; 4. No light trespass is permitted to the north and minimal security lighting/motion detector lighting shall be maintained at all times, ensuring safety of adjacent residences and businesses, as well as club members accessing the facility after daylight hours; 5. Parking spaces for all vehicles on-site at any one time must be legally accommodated on-site unless prior arrangements have been made and approved by staff; 6. Business operation shall not be permitted to open unless all building issues including sound mitigation measures, described in the applicant’s narrative, are properly installed and if required tested for compliance with City ordinances prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy; 7. A Knox Box shall be installed allowing 24/7 emergency access, either of the McHenry Police Department and/or the McHenry Township Fire Protection District; 8. Indoor and outdoor surveillance cameras shall be installed to allow monitoring of the entire facility inside and outside and surveillance video/tapes shall be maintained, allowing emergency personnel to use in the future if a case arises warranting viewing by emergency personnel; 9. The number of shooters shall be limited to the number of firing points or stations identified on the building plans; 10. No firearms shall be stored or remain on-premise overnight, as well as when the facility is not being utilized; only firearms permitted shall be those used by private members in the shooting range; 11. An alarm system, previously approved by City staff prior to obtaining an occupancy permit, shall be installed to detect break-ins or unauthorized access inside the building; 12. All private members must complete an orientation safety program and display a valid firearm owners identification (FOID) card prior being permitted to discharge firearms within the building; 13. No firearms shall be discharged within either range without the presence of a legally- licensed NRA Safety Range Officer or member possessing legal National Range Officers Institute Certification or holding legal certified range officer credentials; 14. No firearms shall be loaded except when inside the confines of the contained shooting range; 15. In order for members to access the facility 24/7 they must complete an orientation safety program and display a valid firearm owners identification (FOID) card prior being permitted to discharge firearms within the building on the subject property and shall be required to complete an NRA Safety Range Officer Certification nine-hour course or the National Range Officers Institute Certification and become certified range officers and a magnetic entry card system shall be installed to provide “live time” remote monitoring; 16. Twenty-four hour/seven day a week access shall be permitted. However if staff receives complaints found to be valid after proper investigation the applicant must work with staff and take reasonable proper measures to abate the nuisance/complaint; Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 11 17. The applicant is required to obtain an amendment to the use variance if and when the private shooting range becomes an openly-accessed public facility of any type; 18. The storage of live ammunition on-site shall be in an safe, previously approved by City staff, and comply with all applicable City ordinances, prior to an occupancy permit being issued; 19. The shooting range must comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding the discharge of a firearm. 20. A list of all FOID cards for all members active at any one time must be accessible and on premises at all times subject to inspection if warranted by law enforcement agencies. And that the requirements in Table 32(A) of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance have been met. Voting Aye: Nadeau Voting Nay: Buhrman, Morck, and Schepler Not Voting: None Abstaining: None Absent: Doherty, Ekstrom, and Thacker Motion failed 1-3. Deputy Administrator Martin stated there is a recommendation of denial to City Council and the applicant will need a 2/3 majority vote to get the use variance approved. Chairman Schepler closed the Public Hearing regarding File No. Z-783 at 8:30 p.m. Staff Report Deputy Administrator Martin pointed out that all commissioners were notified of the Open Meeting Act training that needs to be completed and asked that they forward their certificates of completion to him when training is complete. He also asked to be notified if they had problems with the training so a computer can be made available at City Hall for the training to be completed. Commissioner Buhrman asked about the status of another firearms business to be located in the Cunat building. Deputy Administrator Martin stated there is an occupancy issued to a business to sell firearms pending receipt of federal and state licenses in the 5400 block of W. Elm Street. Commissioner Buhrman also commended the Construction and Neighborhood Services Department for having a list of Subdivisions with Covenants available at the counter for public access stating it should help with issues regarding particular covenants and conditions being met in the future. Commissioner Schepler stated the next meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission is April 19, 2012. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2012 Page 12 Adjournment Motion by Nadeau, seconded by Morck, to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m. Voting Aye: Buhrman, Morck, Nadeau, and Schepler. Voting Nay: None. Not Voting: None. Abstaining: None. Absent: Doherty, Ekstrom, and Thacker. Motion carried 4-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted, _____________________________________ Dorothy M. Wolf, Planning & Zoning Commission Secretary City of McHenry