HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 01/06/2014 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING
January 6, 2014
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled January 6, 2014 meeting of the McHenry City Council
to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake,
Wimmer, Peterson and Condon. Absent: None. Also in attendance: City Administrator
Morefield, Deputy City Administrator Martin, Deputy City Administrator Hobson, Director of
Public Works Schmitt, Director of Finance Lynch, City Engineer Pieper and City Clerk Jones.
Absent: City Attorney McArdle and Chief of Police Jones.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Mr. Chris Bennett, 303 North Dale, addressed Council regarding an experience he had a
short time ago with officers of the City of McHenry Police Department. Mr. Bennett advised
that he is a lifelong resident of the City of McHenry. He stated that upon returning home
recently one evening he mistakenly set off the alarm system at his residence. Mr. Bennett
stated that the response by the McHenry Police Department was immediate and the officers
that responded were very professional and exhibited great attitudes. He felt compelled to share
this information with the Council, since more -often members of the Council are likely only to
hear about adverse resident experiences. Additionally, Mr. Bennett mentioned that he is
frequently out on the roads and he feels fortunate to live in the City of McHenry because during
this extreme winter the roads have been plowed perfectly and are accessible.
Mayor Low thanked Mr. Bennett for sharing his pleasant experiences with the Council.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution authorizing an increase in water/sewer rates of 1.3%, based on the annual rate of inflation calculated
using the Consumer Price Index for Chicago -Gary Kenosha, as published by the U.S. Department of Labor;
B. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with HR Green, Inc., for completion of formal Water/Sewer Rate
Study, for the lump sum amount of $35,000;
C. As Needed Checks:
ANDREWS, MAUREEN J
168.00
AT&T
4,967.32
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD 0
122,384.17
BREIDENBACH, LARRY
100.00
BUSS FORD SALES
114,177.00
CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL MOS
175.00
COMCAST CABLE
90.98
COMED
92.32
DUNN, TAMMY
84.00
FIORE, CLARISSA
273.00
FOP UNITS I/II
2,021.00
GLENVIEW, VILLAGE OF
200.00
HILLER, CHRISTINE
105.00
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVIC
2,085.23
IUOE, LOCAL 150
3,853.12
JENSEN, LEN
337.14
KIMBALL MIDWEST
794.46
LEGALSHIELD
64.75
LISS, NEVA
292.50
MCCORMICK, JENISE M
40.63
MCHENRY FIRESTONE
70.00
MCHENRY POLICE OFFICER'S
810.00
NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I
42.33
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HAWKINS INC
4,418.34
HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS
1,504.00
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVIC
4,283.52
HRGREEN
5,642.30
HUGHES & SON INC
275.00
HYDRAULIC SERVICES AND R
210.00
ILLINOIS DEPT OF NATURAL
41.00
ILLINOIS FBI NA
75.00
ILLINOIS SECTION AWWA
250.00
IN TIME SOLUTIONS INC
3,125.00
J G UNIFORMS INC
795.65-
JENSEN SALES CO INC, LEE
274.59
JOHNSON, SEAN
60.00
KALE UNIFORMS INC
244.56
KIMBALL MIDWEST
556.07
KLASEK, ROBERT J
8.00
KLINK, CATHY
- 30.00
LANGE, MICHAEL
63.94
LEACH ENTERPRISES INC
17.32
MAPLE CONSTRUCTION INC
2,100.00
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF
5,175.00
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC
1,243.70
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER
1,440.00
MCHENRY COUNTY DIV OF TR
5,141.90
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER
2,120.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE
1,054.24
MCHENRY SPECIALTIES
- 90.00
MCHENRY TOWNSHIP ROAD DI
9,216.60
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO
1,034.35
MEADE INC
1,216.05
METRO DOOR AND DOCK INC
285.00
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY
465.31
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA
2,940.25
MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTING
49.50.
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH
1,362.27
MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS - STA
1,768.00
NICOR GAS
7,211.00
NORTH EAST MULTI-REGIONA
510.00
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER
45.00
NORTH WALL INC
572.40
O'HERRON CO INC, RAY
2,122.72
PADRO, PEDRO
104.25
PETROLIANCE LLC
22,629.99
PETTIBONE & CO, P F
1,400.88
PITEL SEPTIC INC
75.00
PSP-BROOKFIELD
258.22
RADICOM INC
629.26
RELIABLE OFFICE SUPPLIES
93.44
RNOW INC
3,750.00
SHERMAN MECHANICAL INC
2,148.65
STAPLES ADVANTAGE
472.80
STEINER ELECTRIC COMPANY
1,471.58
SUSHI KING
30.00
TEAM REIL INC
736.18
THELEN MATERIALS LLC
175.96
TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC
553.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORAT
485.00
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANC
292.00
USA BLUEBOOK
785.33
VANLANDUYT, CHRIS
89.21
VERMONT SYSTEMS INC
1,224.00
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY
2,604.80
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P
6,593.09
WATER SOLUTIONS UNLIMITE
5,300.00
WHOLESALE DIRECT INC
660.27
GRAND TOTALS
190,469.52
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the property owner to address the canopy issue. Some difficulty has been encountered due to
current weather conditions.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson, approving the use variance to allow a
tattooing and body piercing establishment at 3932 West Main Street, with the condition the
use variance shall expire and become null and void if the tattooing and body piercing use ceases
fora period of six consecutive months.
Voting Aye: Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Santi, Glab, Schaefer.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A MINOR VARIANCE TO REAR YARD BUILDING
SETBACK AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3408 WASHINGTON STREET
Deputy City Administrator Martin- informed Council that the applicant is seeking two
minor zoning variances including:
• A ten foot rear yard building setback variance; and
• A variance to allow an accessory structure over 750 square feet to be located less than
20 feet, (or 12'6")
from the principal structure in order to construct a 352 square foot addition to an existing 484
square foot detached garage. If approved the applicant's detached garage would total 836
square feet. An existing shed to the north of the detached garage would be removed if the
proposed request were approved.
Deputy City Administrator Martin explained that in accordance with the City's Zoning
Ordinance, accessory structures 750 square feet or more must be set back a minimum distance
of 50% of the principal building rear yard setback requirement for the zoning district in which
the property is located. In addition, accessory structures 750 square feet or more must be set
back a minimum of 20 feet from the principal building. The subject property is located in the
RS-4 zoning district, which requires a 25-foot rear yard setback. Thus, the proposed 836 square
foot detached garage is required to be set back a minimum of 12 feet 6 inches from the rear
property line. The proposed setback is 2 feet 6 inches, and the proposed setback from the
principal building is 12 feet 6 inches.
Staff believes the proposed garage, if expanded, would not detract or adversely affect
neighboring properties in terms of size. If the size of the detached garage is increased on the
subject property, the home located to the north would still be located 20 feet to the north and
east of the garage expansion. The proposed elevations are aesthetically pleasing and
complement the existing garages and homes throughout the subdivision. The proposed building
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along the route. The McHenry County Council of Mayors awarded up to $749,346 of STP funds
for Bull Valley Road Improvements. STP funding will pay for up to 80% of the total cost of
construction and Phase III engineering with a local match requirement of 20%. The City is
responsible for 100% of the cost of Phase I and Phase II engineering.
- Director Schmitt stated that the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes $68,000
for Phase 1 engineering for Bull Valley_ Road Improvements funded by Motor Fuel Tax (MFT)
revenues. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is requiring the intersection of
Curran Road and Bull Valley Road be evaluated for a possible roundabout design as part of
Phase I engineering. HR Green has submitted -an Engineering Services Agreement, using the
IDOT's required standard form, for the lump sum amount of $67,890. Professional services
provided in the Agreement include:
• Right of way survey;
• Roadway topographic survey and base map;
• Tree survey;
• Environmental study;
• Preliminary design studies; -
• Roundabout intersection design study;
• Drainage study;
• Utility coordination;
• Project development report;
• Project coordination; and
• Meetings for the proposed improvements of Bull Valley Road.
Director Schmitt stated that it is estimated the contract documents would be prepared to meet
a 2015 IDOT letting.
Alderman Condon requested clarification regarding the possible construction of a
roundabout. City Engineer Pieper informed Council that the study is not specifically for the
construction of a roundabout, but seeks to identify the best solution.
Alderman Glab opined that the amount being charged for engineering seems excessive.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Blake, approving the Preliminary Engineering Services
Agreement for Motor Fuel Tax Funds with HR Green, Inc., in a lump sum amount of $67,890 and
the IDOT Resolution for Improvement by Municipality under the Illinois Highway Code for Bull
Valley Road Improvement Phase I Engineering.
Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Alderman Condon mentioned an incident a resident shared with her that allegedly
occurred on New Year's Eve. She stated that she recognizes the weather was bad that night and
snow removal was taking place, but she was told tickets had been given out by the Police
Department to individuals attending a private party because they were parked in the street.
Alderman Condon opined, because it was a celebratory evening some consideration might have
been given.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 pm.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 pm.
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