HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03/16/2015 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING
March 16, 2015
Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled March 16, 2015 meeting of the McHenry City Council
to order at 7:00 PM. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake,
Wimmer, Peterson and Condon. Absent: None. Also in attendance were City Administrator
Morefield, Deputy City Administrator Bill Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin,
Director of Finance Lynch, Director of Public Works Schmitt, Deputy Chief of Police Birk, City
Attorney McArdle, City Engineer Pieper and Deputy City Clerk Geraghty. Absent: None.
CITY OF MCHENRY MISSION STATEMENT
Mayor Low recited the City of McHenry Mission Statement.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF AN ANNEXATION AGREEMENT. ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT. AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN INSTITUTIONAL USE (MEMORY
CARE FACILITY) AT 4605 W. CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD AND UPON CLOSE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING
APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT (WHITE OAKS): ANNEXING APPROX. 4-ACRES COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4605 W.
CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD; AND GRANTING ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FOR C-2 NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL USE AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN INSTITUTIONAL USE.
Mayor Low opened the Public Hearing at 7:05 PM.
Mayor Low requested comments from City Council:
Alderman Santi requested clarification on the reconfigured access points to the
property. Director Martin stated two entry points are proposed; full access at the traffic light
on Crystal Lake Road and Royal Drive and another access on the north side off Crystal Lake
Road will be right-in/right-out only.
Aldermen Condon and Glab expressed their support of the proposal.
Mayor Low opened the floor for public comment:
Mr. Scott Curry, 5802 Amherst Court expressed his support for the proposal.
Motion by Condon seconded by Blake to close the Public Hearing.
Voting Aye: Condon, Blake, Peterson, Wimmer, Schaefer, Glab, Santi
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
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The Public Hearing was closed at 7:10 PM.
Motion by Condon seconded by Santi to approve Ordinances: Authorizing the Execution
of an Annexation Agreement (White Oaks); Annexing Approximately 4-Acres Commonly Known
as 4605 W. Crystal Lake Road; and Granting a Zoning Map Amendment to C-2 Neighborhood
Commercial and Conditional Use Permit to allow an Institutional Use (Memory Care) for 4605
W. Crystal Lake Road.
Mayor Low called for discussion:
Alderman Petersen stated he is impressed with the building.
Alderman Condon expressed her endorsement of the reconfigured access point utilizing
the traffic light at Crystal Lake Road and Royal Drive.
Mayor Low requested Roll Call:
Voting Aye: Condon, Blake, Peterson, Wimmer, Schaefer, Glab, Santi, Low
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
Mr. Scott Curry, 5802 Amherst Court expressed his concerns about agenda item #14 and
possible contamination of groundwaterfrom outside storage of wooden pallets.
Mayor Low announced Agenda Item #10, request for a Class H Liquor License at 1711 N.
Richmond Road was removed from the agenda pending staff's consideration of the possible
need for a parking variance at this location.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Resolution authorizing Annual Update of City Zoning Map;
B. Approve Ordinance authorizing address change for Lot 17 & 18 in McHenry Country Club Subdivision
from 811 John Street to 3210 Golfview Road;
C. Approve bid from Blackstone for mowing city sites in the amount of $2,731 per week from date of
approval through April 30, 2018 with a renewal clause for years 2019 and 2020.
D. Approve purchase of an additional 20% of the contracted amount of road salt through the State of
Illinois Joint Purchasing Program from North American Salt Company for $58.96/ton for a total of
$28,300.80;
E. Approval of February 16, 2015 and March 2, 2015 City Council meeting minutes;
F. Approve List of As Needed Checks; and
3110 FOOD MART INC 109.41
AT&T 2,203.52
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD 0 165,115.23
CINTAS CORPORATION LOC 3 466.20
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY
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REISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO
UCAK, JASON
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH
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ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC
ELECTRONIC ENTRY SYSTEMS
110.93
696.30
17.91
2,064.00
100.00
64.75
1,785.00
20.00
42.33
192.00
30.00
2,366.20
500.17
4,500.00
116.44
1,860.31
300.00
182,660.70
9,092.23
300.00
4,500.00
3,430.59
165,115.23
222.65
182,660.70
6.00
1,692.42
417.00
294.00
300.00
77.11
181.50
1,977.75
1,730.50
141.46
387.00
609.28
565.00
248.70
46.93
455.90
60.00
125.33
403.02
3,082.81
6,058.14
25,097.21
550.05
101.55
48.50
366.00
1,255.77
16.00
42.80
168.50
112.19
606.34
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ETTEN, CHRISTOPHER
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FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC
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FUNK, PAUL
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GLOBAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY
HACH COMPANY
HANSEN'S ALIGNMENT, DON
HARNESS, DEBRA
HAWKINS INC
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS-SPRI
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JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA
KARKI, STEVE
KIMBALL MIDWEST
KOMLINE-SANDERSON ENGINE
LANG -CADILLAC-BUICK-GMC
LEACH ENTERPRISES INC
LEATHERS & ASSOCIATES IN
LEIBACH, JUSTIN
LESNIAK, JOHN
LESNIAK, SHARON
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LILLEENG, MICHAEL D
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC
MCH COUNTY DEPT OF HEALT
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER
MCHENRY AREA CHAMBER OF
MCHENRY COUNTY CHIEFS OF
MCHENRY COUNTY HISTORICA
MCHENRY COUNTY JUVENILE
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER
MCHENRY POWER EQUIPMENT
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH
MUNICIPAL COLLECTION SER
NAPA AUTO PARTS MPEC
NATIONAL SALT SUPPLY INC
NATIONAL TIME & SIGNAL
NEUMANN JR, EDWARD J
NICOR GAS
NORTHERN KEY & LOCK INC
NORTHERN TOOL & EQUIPMEN
NORTHWEST TRUCKS INC
OPTICS PLANET INC
1,569.56
167.35
8.77
588.00
516.00
1,969.20
1,057.35
15.22
23,302.71
208.98
602.61
787.53
75.00
2.00
2,583.58
99.68
3,860.04
27,200.00
105.00
41.00
75.00
324.57
172.57
219.40
64.49
119.00
2,711.52
101.74
.00
229.98
3,280.00
150.48
10.00
800.00
124.00
2,400.00
187.64
230.00
1,000.00
617.50
45.00
500.00
20.00
1,400.00
29.38
105.09
1,244.89
1,609.00
2,518.75
24.74
2,990.84
32,218.75
1,373.60
500.00
770.23
185.00
146.33
798.76
2,849.00
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PETERSON, DWAYNE
PETROLIANCE LLC
PETTI BONE & CO, PF
PETTY CASH FUND
PITNEY BOWES INC
POLIDORI, PATRICK
POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL
PRECISION SHARPENING
RELIABLE MAINTENANCE INC
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP
SANTO SPORT STORE
SCHAFER, PAT
SCIAME, RYAN
SEMROWJR, HARRY H
SEXTON, ERIC M
SHAW MEDIA
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STAPLES ADVANTAGE
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WILKENS-ANDERSON CO
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GRAND TOTALS
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND
ALARM BOARD FUND
MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
DEBT SERVICE-1997A FUND
RECREATION CENTER FUND
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT FUND
WATER/SEWER FUND
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW
TOTALS
728.50
300.00
16,027.84
45.00
2,636.88
255.00
22.70
220.00
65.00
360.00
74.69
1,325.76
90.00
60.00
712.50
12.40
160.60
1,725.64
104.90
30.00
532.50
5,801.25
1,343.75
150.00
963.00
3.24
80.00
3,710.00
9,647.95
99.70
256.26
221,676.65
113,124.15
516.00
38,276.89
3,280.00
1,730.50
27,200.00
93.75
33,879.91
745.37
2,330.08
500.00
221,676.65
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented.
Voting Aye:
Voting Nay:
Not Voting:
Abstaining:
Absent:
Motion carried.
Wimmer, Blake, Schaefer, Glab, Santi, Condon, Peterson
None.
None
None
None.
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
THE INTERSECTION OF ALLEN AVENUE AND JOHN STREET AS "HONORARY WILLIAM J. BOLGER
WAY."
City Administrator Morefield reported a request from the Bolger Family for an Honorary
Street Sign Dedication was submitted in honor of McHenry native and former Alderman William
J. Bolger. The dedication is requested at the intersection of Allen Avenue and John Street. Mr.
Bolger and his wife Carol have lived on Allen Avenue since 1952. The Bolger Family has been in
the McHenry area since the 19th century. He is a decorated WWII Veteran, and served as a
McHenry Alderman for 46 years.
Mayor Low and the Council expressed their appreciation of Mr. Bolger's service to the
community.
Motion by Glab, seconded by Blake, to approve the Public Works Committee
recommendation to pass a Resolution designating the intersection of Allen Avenue and John
Street as "Honorary William J. Bolger Way" as presented.
Voting Aye: Glab, Blake, Condon, Peterson, Wimmer, Schaefer, Santi
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
APPROVE FGM ARCHITECTS RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF THE MCHENRY RECREATION CENTER TO STUCKEY CONSTRUCTION CO.. INC. IN THE
AMOUNT OF $4.145.300
City Administrator Morefield announced Mr. Ray Lee representing FGM Architects was present
at the meeting. Mr. Morefield reported on February 2nd, the City Council authorized staff to
seek bids for construction of the McHenry Recreation Center from nine firms itdentified by
FGM Architects through the Request for Qualifications process. On March 3rd, nine bids were
received with the lowest bid submitted by Stuckey Construction Co., Inc. with a base bid of
$4,071,000. As the bid is below the original budget amount of $4,300,000, the following Bid
Alternates totaling $474,300 were added to the project: Trash Enclosure; TRX System and
miscellaneous wide flange steel for prep; Skylights; Under Floor Raceway System; LED Fixtures;
and Roller Shades; for a total construction cost of $4,145,300.
Mayor Low called for discussion:
Alderman Wimmer expressed his satisfaction that the project finally moving forward.
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Alderman Peterson stated it is important that the recreation center will be construction
without the need for special financing. Deputy City Administrator Hobson confirmed no special
financing is necessary because funds from developer donations have been set aside to pay for
the construction.
Alderman Condon was pleased the total construction cost is under budget.
Aldermen Santi, Glab, and Blake stated they are impressed with the accuracy of the bids
and commended FGM Architects for the way they handled the bidding process.
Mayor Low thanked Mr. Lee for his efforts.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson to approve the recommendation of FGM
Architects and award contract for construction of the McHenry Recreation Center to Stuckey
Construction Co., Inc. for a total construction cost of $4,145,300 as presented.
Voting Aye: Wimmer, Peterson, Blake, Schaefer, Glab, Santi, Condon
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A DRIVE-
IN ESTABLISHMENT FOR STARBUCKS 2210 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD IN THE MCHENRY
TOWNE CENTER SUBDIVISION
City Administrator Morefield reported the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously
recommended approval of a conditional use permit to allow construction of a drive-in window
for Starbucks with 14 conditions.
Mayor Low called for discussion:
Alderman Schaefer asked if the location of the drive-in window on the north side of the
building should be installed further toward the west to facilitate the process of vehicles driving
through. Director Martin noted the Planning and Zoning Commission asked the same question
and said staff will verify the radii when plans are submitted for a permit.
Alderman Blake concurred with Alderman Schaefer.
Alderman Peterson stated he attended the referenced Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting and thought the commission did a thorough review to ensure the
design of the drive-in was safe.
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Alderman Condon suggested a pedestrian crossing area be established in the parking lot
and asked if the proposed configuration is similar to Oberweis. Mr. Martin stated the designs
are similar however Starbucks will have more clearance.
Alderman Santi asked if Starbucks will temporarily close during construction and Mr.
Martin said he was not sure at time, but it is possible.
Alderman Glab stated the design should work.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Wimmer to approve an Ordinance granting a
conditional use permit to allow a drive-in establishment for Starbucks located at 2210 North
Richmond road in the McHenry Towne Center Subdivision as presented.
Voting Aye: Schaefer, Wimmer, Peterson, Blake, Glab, Santi, Condon
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW OUTDOOR
DISPLAY OF MERCHANDISE. MOTOR VEHICLE AND TRAILER REPAIR. AND BODY WORK AT 926
FRONT STREET.
City Administrator Morefield reported the Planning and Zoning Commission
unanimously recommended approval of this request with 18 conditions and announced the
Petitioner and owner of Principio Auto Group, Inc., Mr. Andrew Principio was in the audience.
The applicant currently operates a successful used car, trailer, and motorcycle sales business in
Crystal Lake and is seeking a conditional use permit to display vehicles and trailers outside and
to perform repair and body work, which will not be his primary focus of the business, AT 926
Front Street.
Mayor Low called for discussion and asked the Petitioner Mr. Andrew Principio, owner
to approach the podium:
Alderman Wimmer asked if there is a limit established on the number of vehicles and
trailers permitted outside. Mr. Principio stated he would limit the number of vehicles stored
outside to 20 or 30. There is a warehouse next to the roller rink that could be used for storage
if needed. Mr. Principio informed the Council he agreed to allow the Methodist Church to use
his lot on Sundays for overflow parking.
Alderman Santi inquired about vehicle sales and the Petitioner stated he will be selling
autos, trailers, warranties, accessories, and perform minor repairs.
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Alderman Glab expressed concern about the lack of floor drains in the building and
asked how the disposal of contaminated fluids will be monitored. Mr. Principle stated he has
contracted with a service to have all oil and fluids drained from vehicles captured and safely
removed from the premises in place of a triple-basin. Mr. Martin stated Community
Development staff will monitor this business as they do restaurants with grease traps. The
plumbing inspector will periodically perform inspections.
Alderman Santi inquired about the type of trailers that will be sold and the amount of
body work performed. The Petitioner replied that trailers sales make up only 2% of the
business and they are all special orders. Body work will be minor and consist of touch ups and
undercoating.
Alderman Schaefer asked the Petitioner if parking would be permitted along Front
Street adding his concerns about site lines. Mr. Martin replied no customer parking will be
permitted along Front Street. The Petitioner suggested that if it would help, he would park
vehicles on the south side facing west to deter parking on Front Street.
Alderman Glab asked if IDOT's expansion plans on Front Street will affect the business
and Director Schmitt answered no, the building will remain however parking on the west side of
Front Street will be eliminated. Alderman Glab asked the Petitioner if the gravel areas of the
lot will be paved and the Petitioner stated that decision will have to be made by the property
owner.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Santi to approve an Ordinance granting a conditional
use permit to allow outdoor display of merchandise, motor vehicle and trailer repair and body
work at 926 Front Street as presented.
Voting Aye: Schaefer, Wimmer, Peterson, Blake, Glab, Santi, Condon
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW OUTDOOR
STORAGE OF WOODEN PALLETS AT 3939 ALBANY STREET
City Administrator Morefield reported the Planning and Zoning Commission
unanimously recommended approval of this request with the condition that the wooden pallets
are stored one to two feet below the fence line on the subject property located at 3939 Albany
Street in the Tonyan Industrial Park. Five Star Pallets repairs and remanufactures wooden
pallets and is seeking a conditional use permit to store them at the southern end of the
property. Mr. Morefield announced the Petitioner and Owner of Five Star Pallets, Mr. Jacob
Fernandez, was in the audience.
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Mayor Low called for discussion:
Alderman Petersen stated he was present for the discussion at the Planning and Zoning
Commission and he thinks this is a good use for the location.
Alderman Santi said he agrees with the height restriction.
Alderman Glab inquired about drainage in the area and possible groundwater
contamination from chemically treated pallets stored outside and Director Schmitt stated a
detention area located behind the business comprised of a large grassy area provides sufficient
drainage for the area. Mr. Martin reported this company uses clean wood and does not treat
pallets with chemicals. The Petitioner confirmed no chemicals are used.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Schaefer to approve an Ordinance granting a
conditional use permit to allow outdoor of wooden pallets on the property located at 3939
Albany Street in the Tonyan Industrial Park as presented.
Voting Aye: Condon, Peterson, Wimmer, Blake, Schafer, Santi, Glab
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT
Mayor Low announced the St. Baldrick's Community Shave was held on March 12th and
it is probable McHenry will once again be #1 in the World for the most heads shaved in one
event. In addition, nearly $1,000,000 in total has been donated to the St. Baldrick's Foundation
through the McHenry Community Shave.
Mayor Low reported this past Saturday, the Shamrock Shuffle 5K was held with 400
participants and the Rotary St. Patrick's Day Volunteer Parade on Sunday was the largest ever
held in our town. The Mayor expressed her appreciation to everyone who helped organize and
participate in the events.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
STAFF REPORTS
Deputy City Administrator Hobson announced the McHenry Parks & Recreation
Department will host the annual Community Garage Sale on Saturday, March 21st from 8:00 AM
to 2:00 PM at McHenry Middle School.
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson, to adjourn the meeting.
Voting Aye: Condon, Peterson, Wimmer, Blake, Schaefer, Glab, Santi
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:01 pm.
Deputy City Clerk