HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05/20/2013 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING
May 20, 2013
Guest Mayor Archietta called the regularly scheduled May 20, 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, Peterson and Condon. Absent: None. Also in attendance were City
Administrator Morefield, Director of Public Works Schmitt, Chief of Police Jones, City Attorney
McArdle and City Clerk Jones. Absent: Deputy City Administrator Martin and Deputy City
Administrator Hobson.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — DANNY ARCHIETTA MONTINI SCHOOL
Mayor Low introduced Guest Mayor, Danny Archietta, of Montini School. Mayor Low
announced that Danny is a 3rd grader at Montini School and he won the opportunity to visit
Council and open the meeting as Guest Mayor.
Guest Mayor Archietta led the Council and those in attendance in the Pledge of
Allegiance and turned the meeting over the Mayor Low.
RECOGNITION: CHARACTER COUNTS!
Mayor Low introduced Alderman Condon, President of the Character Counts! Coalition.
Alderman Condon presented awards to the following members of Gigi's Playhouse for
outstanding character:
• Michelle;
• Chris;
• Kathy;
• Don;
• Rusty; and
• Michelle.
Alderman Condon stated that Gigi's Playhouse was established in the City of McHenry in 2008
and Chris's daughter, Rebecca, has Down Syndrome and a number of medical issues. Gigi's
Playhouse provides an environment enjoyable to persons with disabilities to socialize and
interact. Creating this type of environment in the City of McHenry and volunteering at the
venue embodies the six pillars of character indicative of citizens of character.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
No one signed in for Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Request for special event liquor license and waiver of $25 application fee from VFW Post 4600, located at 3002 West
Route 120, McHenry, Illinois, for outside beer sales on June 1, 2013 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, for McHenry Baseball
Association fundraiser;
B. Parks Special Use/Picnic Permits;
r C. April 15, 2013 City Council meeting minutes; and
D. List of Bills:
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ACE HARDWARE, BJORKMAN'S
1,865.41
ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R
790.21
ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC
230.50
ALEXANDER EQUIPMENT COMP
631.45
ALEXANDER LUMBER CO
1,296.02
ALTERNATE POWER INC
2,368.00
ANDREWS, MAUREEN J
28.00
ARONSON FENCE CO INC
886.00
AT&T
5,344.55
B&W CONTROL SYSTEMS INTE
8,001.00
BARTOS, DONNA
186.88
BAXTER & WOODMAN
150.00
BERKHEIMER CO INC, G W
144.84
BLUE LINE, THE
348.00
BSN SPORTS INC
243.51
BUSS FORD SALES
20,475.88
CALEA
4,065.00
CAREY ELECTRIC
1,468.00
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS STOR
407.59
CDW GOVERNMENT INC
411.99
CENTEGRA OCCUPATIONAL HE
63.70
CFA SOFTWARE INC
4,200.00
CHAIN O'LAKES BREWING CO
54.17
CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL TR
347.69
CHICAGO SUBURBAN EXPRESS
91.08
CINTAS CORPORATION LOC 3
659.84
COLUMBIA PIPE & SUPPLY C
1,298.35
COMCAST CABLE
394.19
COMED
19,083.74
CONCRETE SOLUTIONS CORP
460.00
CONSERV FS
109.00
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY
31,532.63
CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY
43.68
D'ANGELO NATURAL SPRING
69.75
DAYS INN EAGLE RIVER
232.05
DELL MARKETING LP
4,816.52
DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSI
376.00
DUNN, TAMMY
70.00
DURA WAX COMPANY INC, TH
142.42
ED'S AUTOMOTIVE/JIM'S MU
130.00
ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC
135.00
EJ EQUIPMENT
1,213.64
EQUIPMENT DEPOT
829.80
FAST EDDIES CAR WASH
2O9.30
FIORE, CLARISSA
168.00
FIRST TEAM INC
540.66
FLESCH COMPANY INC, GORD
90.68
FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC
1,201.00
FREUND, STEVE
355.00
FUTAVA, KATIE L
276.50
FUTURE LINK OF ILLINOIS
1,590.00
GALLS LLC
91.54
GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS
603.23
GOY, NICOLE
44.62
HACH COMPANY
552.30
HAWKINS INC
5,659.28
HOLIAN INSULATION COMPAN
1,450.00
I -PAC C/O WILLIAM WALSH
125.00
INNOVATIVE PACKAGING INC
232.48
J G UNIFORMS INC
54.06
JENSEN, TED
740.07
KIMBALL MIDWEST
432.68
KING, LAURA
16.00
LANG AUTO GROUP, GARY
100,000.00
LEADSONLINE
2,578.00
LEATHERS & ASSOCIATES IN
16,335.00
LILLEENG, MICHAEL D
1,300.00
LISS, NEVA
97.50
LOCKER'S FLOWERS
81.00
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MARK'S PLUMBING PARTS
MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC
MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER
MCHENRY COUNTY COLLECTOR
MCHENRY COUNTY DIV OF TR
MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER
MCHENRY FIRESTONE
MCHENRY MOTORWERKS
MCHENRY POWER EQUIPMENT
MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO
ME SIMPSON CO INC
MEADE INC
MERTZ, GARY
METROPOLITAN INDUSTRIES
MEYER MATERIAL COMPANY
MIAT
MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA
MIDCO
MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTING
MIDWEST METER INC
MINUTEMAN PRESS OF MCH
NAPA AUTO PARTS MPEC
NCL OF WISCONSIN INC
NICOLINOS TRACKSIDE
NORTH EAST MULTI-REGIONA
NORTHERN ILLINOIS POLICE
NORTHERN ILLINOIS SPECIA
ORLANDO, SANTINA
PEPSI BEVERAGE COMPANY
PETROLIANCE LLC
PETTIBONE & CO, P F
PIECZYNSKI, LINDA S
PIONEER MANUFACTURING CO
PORTER LEE CORPORATION
POWER DMS INC
R & D TOWING
RADICOM INC
REINDERS INC
REISHUS, DEIRDRE
RELIABLE SAND & GRAVEL
RIVERSIDE BAKE SHOP
ROGERS, MATT
ROSE, JEFFREY T
RYBA, RON
RYCHLIK, KRISTINE
SAM'S CLUB
SCHMITT, MATTHEW
SHAH, RUSHITA
SHATTUCK, DEANNA
STAN'S FINANCIAL SERVICE
STANS OFFICE TECHNOLOGIE
STAPLES ADVANTAGE
SUNNYSIDE COMPANY
TEAM REIL INC
THIRD MILLENNIUM ASSOCIA
THOMSON REUTERS - WEST
TOBIN, TRACY
TOPS IN DOG TRAINING COR
TRANSITIONAL LIVING SERV
TRASHCANS UNLIMITED
TYLER TECHNOLOGIES
ULTRA STROBE COMMUNICATI
UNITED STATES POSTAL SER
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANC
USA BLUEBOOK
VACULA, JOHN T
VALLEY NAILS & SPA
VALLEY VIEW ACRES
VAN GALDER BUS COMPANY
468.60
314.50
390.00
17,105.39
1,218.88
1,155.00
25.00
54.17
11.92
569.62
645.00
261.36
15.75
575.00
289.95
1,000.00
2,895.84
3,292.80
35.70
26,755.65
140.80
3,033.39
1,976.71
30.00
4,050.00
3,700.00
124,443.00
40.00
1,214.51
6,375.16
1,576.90
150.00
26.70
207.00
4,150.00
322.00
6,862.30
256.00
199.95
383.58
121.45
245.03
262.50
212.09
113.00
304.90
6.80
110.00
15.00
222.00
674.00
124.50
18,560.30
255.34
6,701.07
155.00
21.00
418.95
105.00
1,042.36
9,469.40
659.95
89.00
135.00
211.14
1,600.00
30.00
170.00
1,670.00
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VERIZON WIRELESS
1,833.52
VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY
9,272.20
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P
8,463.31
WATER PRODUCTS - AURORA
968.00
WATER SOLUTIONS UNLIMITE
5,300.00
WATERLOO TENT & TARP COM
1,379.27
WELCH BROS INC
295.00
ZEP SALES & SERVICE
327.68
ZUKOWSKI ROGERS FLOOD &
6,092.50
GRAND TOTALS
544,376.37
FUND TOTALS
GENERAL FUND
327,452.81
DEVELOPER DONATION FUND
21,302.36
TIF FUND
1,162.50
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT FUND
38,464.00
WATER/SEWER FUND
113,353.90
MARINA OPERATIONS FUND
12,138.03
RISK MANAGEMENT FUND
1,004.34
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND
29,035.09
RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW
463.34
TOTAL
544,376.37
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented:
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR WAIVER/REDUCTION OF FEES FROM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TO CONSTRUCT
A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME AT 1601 HILLSIDE LANE IN THE LINCOLN HILLS SUBDIVISION.
City Administrator Morefield reiterated to Council that at the June 4, 2012 and
September 24, 2012 Council meetings, in response to requests for fee waiver/reduction from
Habitat to Humanity, fees for park donations, water and sewer tap on fees, plumbing
inspection, water meter, building and annexation fees were waived. A request has been
submitted for waiver/reduction of those same fees to construct a new single-family home
located at 1601 Hillside Lane, McHenry, Illinois.
City Administrator Morefield stated a total of $23,417.75 in fees is required to construct
a new 1,135 square foot, three bedroom single-family home at 1601 Hillside Lane. Of the
$23,417.75 total fees, $7,468.75 is for park donations, water and sewer tap, plumbing
inspection, water meter, building and annexation fees. The remainder of the fees is allocated
to the water and sewer capital development fund, as well as other taxing bodies.
Habitat for Humanity is a reputable organization whose goal is to provide affordable
quality housing for citizens who otherwise would likely never have the opportunity to own a
home. Habitat does not profit for the construction of homes and relies heavily on donated
materials and volunteers to construct a dwelling.
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Staff has always maintained a quality professional relationship with Habitat for
Humanity, which is the only certified Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) in
McHenry County. This designation allows them to leverage additional funding through the
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Staff supports the waiver of a
portion of the permit fees previously outlined.
Responding to Alderman Wimmer's inquiry regarding whether additional houses are
planned in the City, City Administrator Morefield stated that he is unaware of additional houses
planned in the City limits of McHenry.
Alderman Condon stated it is important for the City to support this type and caliber of
organization.
Alderman Santi stated he is in favor of waiving the fees but has concerns regarding the
planned location.
Alderman Glab opined that consideration should be given to renovating distressed and
foreclosed properties, rather than building new ones. He indicated he would support the
motion tonight but would like to look at the structure of waiver of fees at a future Committee
meeting.
Responding to an inquiry from Alderman Schaefer regarding whether other taxing
districts have waived fees, City Administrator Morefield advised that other taxing districts have
waived 100% of their fees. He noted that Capital Development fees are not being waived by
the City of McHenry.
Alderman Blake concurred with Alderman Condon. He stated he would be interested in
further discussions at the Committee level regarding the waiver of fees.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Condon, approving the applicant's request to
waive/reduce fees payable directly to the City of McHenry, for construction of a new Habitat for
Humanity home at 1601 Hillside Lane in the Lincoln Hills Subdivision, in the amount of
$7,468.75, for the following:
• Park donation;
• Water and sewer tap;
• Plumbing inspection;
• Water meter;
• Building; and
• Annexation;
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as well as authorize to reduce/waive fees due to other taxing districts, subject to receiving
written approval from each taxing district.
Voting Aye: Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Santi.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT FROM JEWEL/OSCO LOCATED AT 4222 WEST ELM
STREET TO ALLOW AN OUTSIDE GARDEN DISPLAY UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30 2013
City Administrator Morefield informed Council that Jewel/Osco is requesting permission
for an outside garden display, which is located under a canopy on the sidewalk along the west
side of the front fagade of the building. The request is for the display to be out until September
30, 2013.
The Zoning Ordinance only permits the outside display and sale of landscaping materials
for 120 days, and Jewel/Osco is requesting permission to have their outside garden center
display for approximately 165 days. Staff has no issue with the request. Jewel/Osco has
presented this seasonal display for several years.
Alderman Condon opined that a nice display has always been presented by Jewel/Osco
Alderman Santi concurred.
City Administrator Morefield noted that Deputy City Administrator Martin will be
contacting a representative of Jewel/Osco in February suggesting that Jewel/Osco might want
to approach Council with their application early.
Motion by Peterson, seconded by Blake, approving the request by Jewel/Osco, located
at 4222 West Elm Street, McHenry, Illinois for a temporary use permit to allow for an outside
garden display on the west side of the front building fagade until September 30, 2013, as
presented.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF EXISTING TEMPORARY USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A TATTOO
PARLOR AT 2906 WEST ROUTE 120, MCHENRY, ILLINOIS UNTIL JULY 1, 2013.
City Administrator Morefield reiterated to Council that on March 4, 2013 applicant
received a temporary use permit to allow a tattoo parlor at 2906 Illinois Route 120, McHenry,
Illinois, from March 5 through May 31, 2013. Applicant, Ryan Lanning, is requesting a one-
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month extension for the temporary use due to inclement weather and flooding that has
affected his business.
A tattoo parlor is not currently permitted or conditional use in any zoning district.
Applicant understands he is required to obtain a use variance to allow the tattoo use on a
permanent basis; however, he needs additional time prior to appearing before the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Applicant anticipates filing for the June 13, 2013 Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting.
Staff has previously verified that applicant has obtained the appropriate state and
county licensing for tattooing. Staff supports applicant's request for a one -month extension.
Motion by Santi, seconded by Blake, approving the one -month extension for an existing
temporary use permit, expiring July 1, 2013, to allow a tattoo parlor at 2906 Illinois Route 120,
McHenry, Illinois.
Voting Aye: Santi, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: Glab, Schaefer.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT TO
BE PART OF THE NORTHERN ILLINOIS GOVERNMENTAL ENERGY COOPERATIVE (NIGEC).
City Administrator Morefield informed Council that in 2006 the City of McHenry entered
into an Intergovernmental Agreement, including several governmental agencies, which
collectively formed the Northern Illinois Governmental Energy Cooperative ("NIGEC"), for
purchasing electricity for street lighting, water and wastewater needs. The purpose of NIGEC is
to negotiate the economical purchase of power supplied and other goods and services.
Following the expiration of the 2006 Agreement the City of McHenry entered into a new five-
year Intergovernmental Agreement for the purpose of purchasing electric power as a part of
NIGEC. That Agreement expired in January of this year.
The Agreement authorizes the City's continued participation in NIGEC, comprised of
eleven governmental entities in McHenry, Kane and DeKalb counties. NIGEC will be soliciting
proposals for a consultant to assist the consortium in the selection of cost -competitive energy
supply contracts. Member communities participating in NIGEC will collaboratively pursue the
joint purchase of electricity and natural gas for municipal needs utilizing economies of scale.
The Agreement outlines the duties of the cooperative and appointment of one
representative from each community who will act as the government's voting representative.
Each member community is allowed one vote and a majority vote of the affected members is
___ required to enter into any power agreement. Approving the Agreement authorizes Staff to act
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as a voting member and permits the consortium to accept a winning bidder and for Staff to sign
an energy supply contract.
Responding to Alderman Schaefer's inquiry regarding a leading municipality, City
Administrator Morefield stated that the McHenry County Council of Governments ("MCCOG")
is the leading entity.
Responding to Alderman Wimmer's inquiry regarding the risk of going this far out
regarding a rate, City Administrator Morefield noted that Deputy City Administrator Martin and
Anna in MCCOG are both knowledgeable about the program. The program has been going on
for some time and members continue to join, which lends credibility.
Alderman Condon inquired if the services relate to municipal services only, City
Administrator Morefield responded affirmatively.
Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Wimmer, approving the Ordinance authorizing the
execution of the Northern Illinois Governmental Energy Cooperative ("NIGEC") 2013
Intergovernmental Agreement for the Purchase of Electricity and Other Goods and Services.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT AND PLANNING AND ZONING APPOINTMENT
Mayor Low recommended the appointment of Michael Sobotta for a one year term on
the Planning and Zoning Commission, expiring on April 30 2014. Mayor Low stated Mr. Sobotta
would be filling a vacancy left by the recent resignation of Neal Schepler who was recently
elected to the Township Board.
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, approving the appointment of Michael Sobotta
for a one year term on the Planning and Zoning Commission, expiring on April 30, 2014.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
Mayor Low acknowledged that next Monday, May 27, 2013, is Memorial Day. She
stated that a commemorative ceremony would take place in Veteran's Park beginning at 10:00
am.
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Mayor Low announced that the next concert in Veteran's Park would present the Martin
Lopez Academy Violinists on Thursday, May 23, 2014, beginning at 7:00 pm.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
STAFF REPORTS
There were no Staff Reports.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Alderman Schaefer opined that the preliminary concerts at Veteran's Park have been
well attended.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Blake, to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 pm.
Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 pm.
Mayor
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