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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05/08/1989 - City CouncilSPECIAL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 8, 1989 The Special Meeting of the McHenry laity Council was called to order by Mayor Busse on Monday, May 8, 1989 at 8 P.M. at City Hall. At Council roll call the following Aldermen were present: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Mtg. Smith, McClatchey, Serritella. Patterson arrived at 8:17 P.M. Absent: Attendance Teta. City staff in attendance were Supt. Batt, Attorney Narusis, Clerk Special Mtg. Gilpin, Chief Joyce, Director of Development Greenwood. Representing Amoco at the meeting were Attorney Tom Zanck of Militano and Zank, John Egan, business developer of Amoco Oil, Cliff Rudd from the Engineering Department of Amoco, David Miller, Traffic Expert from METRA Transportation, Bert Harrison, appraisor and land use expert, and Joanne Couture with the landscaping firm for Amoco Oil. Attorney Zanck gave a project overview of the proposed annexation which began when they appeared before the Plan Commission on May 19, 1988. They were before the Zoning Board of Appeals on May 9, 1988 with the first appearance before the City Council in June of 1988. When the City become involved in updating the Comprehensive Plan, the Amoco annexation proposal was continued from time to time until some sort of decisions were made on the Bull Valley Corridor. Zanck explained there were five acres involved in the project and of the five acres one acre for C-1 commercial zoning with the balance of the four acres would be RS-1. The overall concept of the plan was similar to what was presented in June of 1988 with some refinements. These included the presentation of a two lot subdivision, a site plan for development for the whole five acre site, revised site plan for the gas station itself, an alternate for the 25 foot high sign to a ground sign, trash area for dumpsters to be constructed of like material as the gas station building and dedication of land on the southwest corner of the intersection of Bull Valley and Crystal Lake Roads for enlargement of the intersection by the County Highway Department. They are seeking zoning and special use for one acre of convenience commercial for operation of a gas station with an accessory use for a car wash. They are also seeking amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the one acre portion of the five acre piece. Zanck also pointed out that in terms of the annexation agreement, the petitioner would provide either the money or work, labor and materials for the extension of sewer and water lines to the site and to either the western or southern boundary of the site as the City would determine. The annexation agreement also agreed to limit the hours of operation of the car wash from 7 A.M. to 9 P.M., that the blower to the automobile laundry not be operated unless the car wash doors are closed and that the store door be locked from midnight to 5 A.M. Gas could be purchased on a 24 hour basis but the store would not be accessible between midnight and 5 A.M. The petitioner also agreed to additional landscaping provisions as suggested by Director of Development Greenwood. Lengthy discussion took place on landscape requirements. Joanne Couture explained in detail the shrubbery and trees that would be planted on the site. The Annexation Agreement was then reviewed by Greenwood and Attorney Narusis page by page. On page 11 of the Annexation Agreement, paragraph 16-C there was a change from 35 to 25 feet for the driveway easement access between lots 1 and 2 at the southerly edge of lot 1. A question arose as to whether the developers would be required to dedicate an additional 10 feet of right-of-way along Crystal Lake Road since it would depend on County Highway Superintendent Rakow's choice. Petitioners did agree to dedicate an additional 10 feet if so required. It was decided to extend the length of the contract for a term of 15 years and the recapture agreement for a term of 10 years. Petitioners agreed to an annexation fee of $10,000 for the entire 5 acres site payable at the time of annexation. Regarding installation of a sidewalk, on the premises, the Council would take money in lieu of installation of the sidewalk right now since road construction is being planned by the County. It was decided to charge $2.80 per square foot for sidewalk costs to be payable at the time of final plat approval. The City agreed to assist the developer in obtaining easements for water and sewer lines but if there are any condemnation charges in order to obtain the easement, the Developer would pay for the costs of any legal fees. Zanck said the petitioners would agree to pay the costs as long as they have the right of recapture on obtaining these city easements. Monday, May 8, 1989 page 2 Motion by Lieder, seconded by Patterson, to direct the City Annexations Attorney to make the necessary revisions and bring it back to the Council for final approval when the meeting is reconvened concerning this project. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, McClatchey, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Teta. Motion carried. After discussions with the petitioner, Zanck announced that the petitioners had agreed to change the hours of operation on page 5, paragraph 7 A-1 from 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. on Sundays and from 7 A.M. to 9 P.M. daily. Mayor Busse announced that this meeting would be adjourned to the Regular City Council Meeting on June 7, 1989 at 8 P.M. Mayor Busse called for a recess at 9:58 P.M. The meeting reconvened with all the Aldermen in attendance accept Teta and McClatchey. Also in attendance were Finance and Personnel Director Vitas and Park Director Merkel. Vitas presented the 1989-90 fiscal year budget for approval. He detailed the projected revenue and expenses for all funds. Motion by Serritella, seconded by Patterson, to pass and approve Budget the 1989-90 fiscal year budget as presented. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: McClatchey, Teta. Motion carried. Discussion was then held on the matrix revision as prepared by Vitas. The percentage of salary raises were outlined in detail. Executive Motion by Lieder, seconded by Donahue, to go into executive Session session at 10:40 P.M. to discuss personnel. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: McClatchey, Teta. Motion carried. Motion by Smith, seconded by Patterson, to go back into open session at 11:08 P.M. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: McClatchey, Teta. Motion carried. Employees Motion by Lieder, seconded by Serritella, to approve the proposed 1989-90 matrix, job classification plan, Department Head salaries, employee salaries and the hourly wage salary for Parks & Recreation for the 1989-90 fiscal year as presented. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: McClatchey, Teta. Motion carried. Alderman Lieder announced that the other fringe benefit requests made by the employees will be considered later by the Finance Committee and a recommendation will be made to the full Council. Comp. Plan Discussion was held on comprehensive planning in for the future. It was pointed out that the Comprehensive Plan is a compromise for the moment and it can be changed when a valid presentation is made to the Council which feels it would be for the betterment of the community. Motion by Smith, seconded by Patterson, to adjourn. Voting Aye: Bolger, Donahue, Lieder, Smith, Patterson, Serritella. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Teta, McClatchey. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:37 P.M.