HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/04/2013 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING
March 4, 2013
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled March 4, 2013 meeting of the McHenry City Council
to order at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake,
Wimmer and Condon. Absent: Peterson. Also in attendance were City Administrator Morefield,
Deputy City Administrator Martin, Assistant City Administrator Hobson, City Clerk Jones, City
Attorney McArdle, Public Works Director Schmitt, Chief of Police Jones and City Engineer
Pieper.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Low introduced McHenry Cub Scout Pack 131 to lead the Council in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor Low thanked the members of McHenry Cub Scout Pack 131 for visiting City Hall
and leading the Pledge.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
No one spoke at Public Input Session.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented:
A. Supplemental Illinois Department of Transportation Resolution appropriating additional Motor Fuel Tax funds due to
ditch grading work completed on Draper Road as part of the 2012 City of McHenry Road Program;
B. Ordinance authorizing the sale of five Article 36 vehicle seizures utilizing Clinton Auto Auction;
C. Ordinance decreasing the number of Class A liquor licenses from 24 to 23;
D. Picnic/Special Use Permits;
E. Approval of minutes from February4, 2013 and February 18, 2013 City Council Meeting; and
F. List of Bills:
ACCESS INFOMATION MANAGE
142.00
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R
978.11
ADVANCED AUTOMATION AND
220.00
APWA
314.00
ARAMARK
219.94
AT&T
8,610.87
AT&T LONG DISTANCE
248.64
AUTO TRUCK GROUP
1,300.72
BAGGIO, ERNESTO
292.62
BARBATO, EMIL
15.70
BATTERIES PLUS
28.99
BONNELL INDUSTRIES INC
960.50
BURCH, MELODY
35.00
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS STOR
1,161.26
CDW GOVERNMENT INC
1,492.25
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL HE
102.90
CHEMICAL PUMP SALES & SE
234.90
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR
893.26
COMED
2,048.02
CONNEY SAFETY PRODUCTS
62.27
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY
207.66
CROSS MATCH TECHNOLOGIES
1,620.00
DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI
516.00
DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO
144.00
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DUFFY, DANIEL
60.00
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH
270.80
FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD
103.53
FUTURE LINK OF ILLINOIS
5,648.23
GALLAGHER RISK MANAGEMEN
150.00
GRAINGER
92.66
HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS
289.00
HOBSON, BILL
21.47
HRGREEN
18,319.00
ICC
10.00
ILLINOIS FBI NA
75.00
ILLINOIS GFOA
300.00
INFRASTRUCTURE RESOURCES
125.00
INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTE
47.07
J G UNIFORMS INC
1,172.79
KIMBALL MIDWEST
747.90
KRUG, PAT
14.00
LAI LTD
2,180.22
LANG -CADILLAC-BUICK-GMC
183.98
LUNSMANN, JOAN
21.83
MARATHON TOWING
40.00
MARKS TREE SERVICE & SNO
14,000.00
MCANDREWS PC, THE LAW OF
6,800.00
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT
230.00
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER
560.00
MCHENRY AREA CHAMBER OF
60.00
MCHENRY COUNTY CHIEFS OF
45.00
MCHENRY COUNTY JUVENILE
15.00
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER
250.00
MCHENRY FIRESTONE
48.00
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA
492.80
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH
4,774.04
NICOR GAS
6,620.18
NORTH SUBURBAN WATER
45.00
NORTHWEST ELECTRICAL SUP
604.93
OVERHEAD INC
181.75
PATTEN INDUSTRIES INC
252.25
PETROLIANCE LLC
19,624.15
PETROW, STEPHANIE S
155.00
PETTIBONE & CO, P F
512.00
POLIDORI, PATRICK
53.91
PRECISION SERVICE & PART
110.41
RADICOM INC
216.23
ROTARY CLUB OF MCHENRY
721.00
SCHOPEN PEST SOLUTIONS I
90.00
SECRETARY OF STATE/INDEX
50.00
SIRCHIE FINGER PRINT LAB
287.18
STAN'S FINANCIAL SERVICE
222.00
STAPLES ADVANTAGE
503.18
STAPLES CREDIT PLAN
494.93
TOPS IN DOG TRAINING COR
381.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTEC
670.53
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
39.76
UNITROL / STINGER SPIKE
106.00
VACULA, JOHN T
3,000.00
VALENTINES REPAIR
34.85
VANLANDUYT, CHRIS
85.98
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY
8,497.83
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P
10,192.77
WATER SOLUTIONS UNLIMITE
5,300.00
WEE
306.00
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD &
4,012.50
GRAND TOTALS
142,368.25
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND 75,060.96
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 15,000.00
WATER/SEWER FUND 40,058.96
UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FUND 987.00
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RISK MANAGEMENT FUND 502.70
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 8,673.13
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 2,085.50
TOTAL 142,368.25
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FROM MCHENRY KIWANIS CLUB FOR PERMISSION TO 1) HOST THE 11T" ANNUAL
ALL AMERICAN SOAP BOX DERBY ON JUNE 8, 2013 (RAIN DATE JUNE 9); 2) HOLD A PRACTICE
EVENT ON JUNE 1, 2013 (RAIN DATE JUNE 2ND) ; 3) AUTHORIZE USE OF CITY SUPPORT
SERVICES AND CLOSURE OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF WAUKEGAN ROAD AND GREEN STREET IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE EVENT; AND 4) WAIVER OF ALL ASSOCIATED FEES
Assistant City Administrator Hobson informed Council that The Kiwanis Club of McHenry
is requesting permission to hold the 11th annual All American Soap Box Derby on Saturday, June
8, 2013 from7:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a practice run on Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 9:00 am to
noon. Requested rain dates are June 2nd for the practice and June 9th for the derby. The
Kiwanis Club of McHenry, as in the past, will notify residents in the area of the event.
Mr. Hobson explained that the proposed schedule is unchanged from past years. A 15-
minute parade will be held at 9:00 am and staged in the First Methodist Church parking lot.
The parade, led by a squad car, will be comprised of race participants, Mayor Low, Little Miss
Peanut, Miss McHenry, a small marching band and a MTFPD vehicle. The race will run from
9:30 am to 4:30 pm with an awards ceremony at 4:45 pm. Mr. Hobson informed the Council
that approximately $1,240 was spent last year by the City for the event.
The following City services are requested for the event:
• Street Closing: Closure of Waukegan Road from Third Street to East Campus, from 7:00
am to 6:00 pm on the day of the event, 9:00 am to noon on practice day and
intermittent closure of Green Street at Waukegan road while the race is underway.
Through traffic will be permitted between races except during the parade and final
heats.
• Police Support: Police Officers for traffic control during the event at Waukegan
Road/Green Street intersection.
• Signage and Barricades: Signage, barricades and traffic cones to alert drivers in the area
of road closures.
• Bleachers and Trash Receptacles: Six sets of bleachers and additional trash receptacles
setup along Waukegan Road.
• Reviewing Stand and Public Address System: Setup of a reviewing stand and public
address system near the finish line.
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Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Santi, granting the request from the Kiwanis Club of
McHenry to:
• Host the 11th Annual All American Soap Box Derby on June 8, 2013 (rain date
June 9);
• Practice event on June 1, 2013 (rain date June 2nd);
• Authorize City support services and closure of certain portions of Waukegan and
Green Streets in conjunction with the event; and
• Waiver of all associated fees.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION R8COMMENDATION TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
GRANTING VARIANCES FROM THE SUBDIVISION CONTROL AND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL AND STANDARD DETAILS TO ALLOW THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A HORSESHOE -STYLE DRIVEWAY AT 1506 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD
MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed Council that the applicant is proposing to
construct a horseshoe -style driveway and is seeking a second driveway cut onto Richmond
Road. In order to do this three variances from the Subdivision Control and Development
Ordinance are required as follows:
• Variance from the 10' total frontage requirement for two driveway cuts;
• Variance from the 50' separation requirement between two driveway cuts; and
• Variance from the 5' property line setback requirement for driveways.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted that Richmond Road (Illinois Route 31) is a state
route; therefore the applicant is required to obtain a permit from the IDOT for any additional
access onto Richmond Road. IDOT has requested, written approval, on City letterhead from the
City of McHenry is required for installation of a horseshoe driveway.
The subject property is located along north Richmond Road and the applicant is
requesting the driveway variances to expand the existing driveway so vehicles can easily turn
around on the property. Currently, vehicles must back into traffic on Richmond Road and
expanding the driveway towards the home would still not allow a vehicle to make a 180 degree
turn to exit safely onto Richmond Road. Expanding the driveway to the south is the only
remedy for vehicles to exit safely onto Richmond Road. It was noted that the property directly
north of the subject property has an existing horseshoe -style driveway.
Staff believes the applicant has a major hardship and the three variances are justifiable.
There is not sufficient land area between the -house and Richmond Road to expand the current
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driveway and provide an adequate space to turn vehicles around. Staff believes that backing
onto Richmond Road at this location is unsafe and not practical. The three variances all relate
to space constraints on the property.
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the
variances from the Subdivisions Control and Development Ordinance with the following
conditions:
• The site is developed in substantial accordance with the plans prepared by Edward
Varga, PE, dated July 27, 2012, with the latest revision date of August 9, 2012, and
including any addition revisions suggested by the City Engineer.
Alderman Glab stated he appreciates the owner of the property being proactive.
Pursuant to a suggestion by Council, Deputy City Administrator Martin stated that if the
property is a rental property he will make certain it is registered.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Blake, approving the attached Ordinance granting
variances from the Subdivision Control and Development Ordinance Technical Specifications
Manual and Standard Details, as presented, for the property located at 1506 North Richmond
Road, McHenry, IL, with the condition imposed by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT FOR A TERM EXPIRING ON MAY 31, 2013,
CONDITIONED ON THE APPLICANT PROCEEDING TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO ALLOW A TATTOO PARLOR LOCATED AT 2906 WEST
ROUTE 120, MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed the Council that the applicant is requesting a
temporary use permit to allow a tattoo parlor at 2906 Illinois Route 120, McHenry, Illinois.
Temporary uses of land are permitted in any zoning district. A tattoo parlor is not currently a
permitted or conditional use in any zoning district. The applicant understands he is required to
obtain a use variance to allow the tattoo use on a permanent basis; however, a temporary use
permit is required in the interim. The applicant is anticipating filing for the April 25, 2013
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
Staff has verified that the applicant has obtained appropriate state and county licensing
for tattooing. It is Staff's opinion that a tattoo parlor will not have any adverse land use impacts
on adjacent properties or required additional City services.
Responding to an inquiry from Alderman Santi, the applicant stated the hours of
operation for the establishment would be noon to 10:00 pm.
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Alderman Schaefer stated that some of his constituents have indicated they have issues
with tattoo parlors.
Alderman Blake stated that he support the last applicant that applied regarding a tattoo
parlor and has heard of no complaints.
Responding to Alderman Condon's inquiry, the applicant stated he has nine year's
experience as a tattoo artist.
Mayor Low stated she has spoken with the applicant and has personally seen his work.
The old connotation of tattooing and tattoo parlors has changed over time.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Condon, approving the temporary use permit,
conditioned on the applicant proceeding to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a Public
Hearing, to allow a tattoo parlor from March 5, 2013 to May 31, 2013, at 2906 Illinois Route
120, McHenry, Illinois, as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab, Schaefer.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FROM THE ROOMPLACE FOR VARIANCES TO THE SIGN ORDINANCE FOR AREA AND
NUMBER OF WALL SIGNS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2221 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD
MCHENRY, ILLINOIS
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed Council that The Roomplace, formerly
Borders Books, located at 2221 North Richmond Road, McHenry, Illinois, is proposing to occupy
the building, which has been vacant since April 2011.
The building, in the Meijer/Home Depot Shopping Center, is zoned C-5 Highway
Commercial District and is considered a single -user outlot building. Under the current sign
ordinance a single -user outlot building is allowed one freestanding sign and one wall sing. The
Roomplace is proposing to utilize the existing freestanding sign and place two wall sings on the
building.
One wall sign is proposed on the north fagade of the building and another on the east
facade. A variance is being requested for the additional wall sing, as well as 22.5 additional
square/feet of total wall signage. The variance would allow The Roomplace to advertise to
traffic traveling south on Richmond Road, as well as traffic traveling north. The front of the
building faces north and if only one sign is permitted on the building it would be installed on
the north fagade; however, in this scenario traffic traveling north would not be able to see the
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sign until they drive past. If this building was not a single -user outlot it would be allowed two
wall signs rather than one. Staff recommends that variances to the sign ordinance for area and
number of wall signs be approved for the property located at 2221 North Richmond Road,
McHenry, Illinois.
All the Alderman concurred that the request is appropriate. Responding to an inquiry
from Alderman Santi, Deputy City Administrator Martin stated the opening is anticipated on
March 22, 2013.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Santi, approving the variances to the sign ordinance
for area and number of wall signs for The Roomplace, located at 2221 North Richmond Road,
McHenry, Illinois, as presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO INITIATE "PLANT TREES
MCHENRY!" COST -SHARING PROGRAM TO PROMOTE THE PLANTING OF TREES THROUGHOUT
THE CITY, FOR AN ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST OF $7,500
Director of Parks and Recreation Merkel informed Council that at the October 17, 2012
Parks and Recreation Committee meeting, a presentation was made by Superintendent of
Forestry and Park Planning Schmidt detailing the components of PLANT TREES McHENRY!, a cooperative
cost -sharing tree planting program.
Director Merkel stated that the anticipated cost to the City for an annual 25-tree program is
estimated to be between $7,000 and $7,500 per year. The proposed program lists the type of tree and
number available for the year. Information regarding the program will be distributed through the City
newsletter to reach all residents who maybe interested in the program. PLANT TREES McHENRYI would
be funded on an annual basis through the budget process in forestry operations.
Director Merkel noted that the cost -sharing program, combined with information on planting
needs from inventory data, are part of the overall master plan for forestry operations in the City of
McHenry.
Superintendent of Forestry and Park Planning Schmidt stated that the program will.contribute to
tree planting due to removals and the impact from the Emerald Ash Borer. He advised Council that the
entire project would be monitored.
Alderman Schaefer reiterated that the program only addresses trees in the parkway, only
certain species of trees are available and the program is on a first come/first serve basis.
Alderman Glab opined that the verbiage needs to be clearer. The program needs to state that
the trees will be placed on public property only.
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Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Condon, approving the initiation of the PLANT TREES
McHENRYI cost -sharing program to promote the planting of trees throughout the City of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 12, LICENSES AND PERMITS GENERALLY ADDING
NEW ARTICLE II, REGULATING, LICENSING AND ESTABLISHING A $1,400 ANNUAL LICENSE FEE
FOR THE OPERATION OF A FLEA MARKET IN THE CITY OF MCHENRY
Deputy City Administrator Martin informed Council that at the August and October
meeting of the Community Development Committee a text amendment to the Municipal Code
was discussed regarding regulating the operation of flea markets. The Committee directed
Staff to prepare an ordinance addressing the licensing of flea markets. Additionally, the
Committee directed Staff to forward the proposed ordinance to the two existing flea market
operators in the City and invite them to the October Community Development Committee
meeting. At the October 2012 meeting of the Community Development Committee, the
Committee and seven attendees, including representatives from the Fox River Flea Market and
Eckel's McHenry Flea Market discussed the proposed ordinance.
Deputy City Administrator Martin noted that the majority of the discussion at the
October meeting focused on fees, specifically those proposed to be imposed on individual
vendors. Flea market operators were concerned that daily fees would be too onerous on the
individual vendors and would be difficult to collect. Following further discussion, it was agreed
to require an annual Flea Market Operator's License with a fee of $1,400. As proposed a lump
sum payment of $1,400 could be made annually on May 1st of each year, or the flea market
operator has the option of paying $350 in four quarterly installments due:
• May 1;
• August 10;
• November 10; and
• February 10.
The Flea Market Ordinance is proposed to be effective May 1, 2013.
The Committee also asked Staff to prepare a more detailed business license application.
The application prepared by Staff requires a flea market vendor space layout with
corresponding length by width dimensions measured in feet of all vendor spaces. It also
requires the type of ownership of each business (i.e., whether individual (sole proprietorship),
partnership (general partnership), corporation or otherwise. It was determined that because
some vendors use social security numbers, rather than a sales tax number, another method
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should be applied which does not require the flea market owner, or the City, to request social
security numbers. Staff proposes that each vendor be required to submit Articles of
Incorporation or organizational documentation if the business is incorporated, or a limited
liability organization, or alternatively a certificate of ownership, which is issued by the McHenry
County Clerk's Office, if the business is a sole proprietorship or general partnership.
The Community Development Committee unanimously recommended to direct Staff to
present the proposed flea market ordinance to full Council for consideration, with an annual
license fee of $1,400, which can be paid in a lump sum or quarterly, effective May 1, 2013.
Alderman Condon noted that the City of McHenry has never had flea markets before
and upon consideration realized the need for regulation. Alderman Condon expressed surprise
at the article in the Northwest Herald, as input from the established flea markets in the City of
McHenry was obtained prior to drafting the proposed text amendment to the Municipal Code
regarding regulation of flea markets. Alderman Condon noted that the flea market owners had
every opportunity to voice their concerns and the Committee made every effort to cooperate
with the owners. Alderman Condon stated that $1,400 per year doesn't even cover the
administrator cost to the City of McHenry.
Alderman Santi opined he is pleased with the Committees actions and that the
discussions that took place at the meetings was detailed. He was under the impression,
following the Community Development Committee meeting that the vendors were comfortable
with the discussions that took place and the Committee's decision.
Alderman Glab opined that he did not understand why the City of McHenry is not
colleting sales tax on sales conducted in the City limits.
Responding to an inquiry from Alderman Schaefer regarding whether the ordinance
adopting the text amendment to the Municipal Code only applies to flea markets, Deputy City
Administrator Martin responded, yes.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Santi, approving the Ordinance regulating flea markets
within the city limits of the City of McHenry.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
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REQUEST FROM 7-ELEVEN, INC. D/B/A 7-ELEVEN #33847J, LOCATED AT 3808 WEST ELM
STREET, MCHENRY, ILLINOIS, FOR A CLASS F2 LIQUOR LICENSE AUTHORIZING THE RETAIL SALE
OF PACKAGED ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS
City Administrator Morefield informed Council that a request was received from 7-
Eleven, Inc. d/b/a 7-Eleven #33847J, located at 3808 West Elm Street, McHenry, Illinois, to
change the classification of the current liquor license for the business from a Class B, packaged
beer and wine, to a Class F2, authorizing the sale of packaged beer, wine and spirits where
more than 50% of the business sales area is devoted to goods other than alcoholic liquors. All
the required paperwork has been submitted, the store manager fingerprinted my McHenry
Police Department personnel and an application fee of $800 has been paid.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Condon, authorizing the request from 7-Eleven, Inc.
d/b/a 7-Eleven #33847J, located at 3808 West Elm Street, McHenry, Illinois, to transfer the
classification of the current Class B license to a Class F2 license as presented and approving the
Ordinance increasing the number of Class F2 licenses from nine to ten and decreasing the
number of Class B licensed from two to one.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF 1) IDOT CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
FEDERAL PARTICIPATION WITH HR GREEN, INC. FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$134,860.63; AND 2) IDOT LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL PARTICIPATION FOR
THE CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT PHASE III ENGINEERING
Director of Public Works Schmitt reiterated to Council that at the November 19, 2012
Council meeting Council authorized an agreement with HR Green for the Phase II engineering
for the improvements to Crystal Lake Road, from Route 120 to Bull Valley Road. The
improvements include traffic signal modernization, hot -mix asphalt surface removal and
resurfacing, pavement patching, spot concrete curb and gutter replacement, detectable
warnings and pavement striping. The McHenry County Council of Mayors awarded up to
$1,500,000 of Surface Transportation Program ("STP") funds for Crystal Lake 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 was responsible for 100% of the
cost of Phase I and II Engineering.
HR Green has submitted a Construction Engineering Services Agreement, using the IDOT
standard form. The construction engineering scope of work includes:
• Project startup;
• Full time construction observation;
• Pre -construction and bi-weekly construction progress meetings;
• Administration/coordination;
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• Material testing; and
• Project closeout;
in an amount not to exceed $134,860.63. IDOT has approved this Construction Engineering
Services Agreement. It is estimated that the contract documents will be prepared to meet an
April 2013 letting.
Director of Public Works Schmitt noted that Motor Fuel Tax ("MFT") revenues would be
utilized for the City's cost of the project, as outlined in the Local Agency Agreement for Federal
Participation.
Motion by Condon, seconded by Blake, approving the following:
• Crystal Lake Road Improvements Construction Engineering Services Agreement for
Federal Participation with HR Green, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $134,860.63; and
• The Local Agency Agreement for Federal Participation.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Low announced that prior to the next Council meeting there will be a number of
community events:
• St. Baldrick's community shave will take place on Thursday, March 14, 2013.
Mayor Low mentioned that McHenry currently holds 4th Place in the World with
500 shavees;
• On Saturday, March 16, 2013, the 3rd Annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K & Kids Dash
will take off at McHenry East Campus High School beginning at 8:00 am.
Shamrock Shuffle Powered by Run Your Life is a non-profit health and wellness
organization inspiring and educating children and adults to be in charge of their
health, fitness and overall well-being.
• On Sunday, March 17, 2013, The St. Patrick's Day Rotary Volunteer Parade will
take place for the 4th consecutive year, at 1:00 pm.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
STAFF REPORTS
There were no Staff Reports.
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Alderman Santi raised a question regarding the outcome of a meeting that had been
held on Friday, February 15th with Mayor Low, Staff and representatives of the Thornton's Gas
Station and whether this could be placed on a future Council Agenda. Mayor Low responded
that she had provided Alderman Santi with information about this meeting, specifically that it
was held subsequent to Thornton's decision to withdraw its petitions for consideration at the
February 18th Council Meeting, in a previous discussion. Further, Mayor Low suggested that if
Alderman Santi wanted this matter discussed further by Council he could request that it be
placed on a future Council Agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Condon, seconded by Blake, to adjourn the meeting at 8:16 pm.
Voting Aye: Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Condon.
Voting Nay: Santi.
Absent: Peterson.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 pm.
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