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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 06/16/2014 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING June 16, 2014 Mayor Low called the regularly scheduled June 16, 2014 meeting of the McHenry City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. In attendance were the following Aldermen: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer and Peterson. Absent: Alderman Condon. Also in attendance were City Administrator Morefield, Deputy City Administrator Martin, Deputy City Administrator Hobson, Director of Finance Lynch, Chief of Police Jones, City Engineer Pieper, City Attorney McArdle and City Clerk Jones. Absent: None. PUBLIC HEARING FOR A NEW FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COMCAST TO ALLOW CONTINUED OPERATIONS WITHIN MUNICIPAL RIGHTS -OF -WAY EFFECTIVE JULY 1 2014 TO J U N E 30, 2019 Mayor Low opened the Public Hearing for a New Franchise Agreement with Comcast to allow continued operations within municipal rights -of -way, effective July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2019, at 7:02 pm. Mayor Low requested comments from Council. Responding to Alderman Santi's inquiry regarding the term of the last contract, City Administrator Morefield stated the last contract also had a term of five years. Mayor Low requested comments from the audience. There were no comments from the audience. Motion by Santi, seconded by Blake to close the Public Hearing at 7:03 pm. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A NEW FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COMCAST WITH FIVE-YEAR TERM. EFFECTIVE JULY 1. 2014 TO JUNE 30.2019 Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Schaefer approving the Ordinance authorizing the execution of a new Franchise Agreement with Comcast with a five-year term, effective July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2019. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. PUBLIC INPUT SESSION No one signed in to speak at Public Input Session. Regular Meeting Page 2 June 16, 2014 CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of an Ordinance adopting the Ascertaining Pevailing Wages in the City of McHenry, as required by the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130); B. Approval to award bid to Peter Baker & Son Co. for 2014 Street Resurfacing Program, including Petersen Park parking lot, for $520,825.88; and Change Order No. 1 changing the project scope resulting in a deduction of $111,840.90; C. Approval of a Temporary Use Permit for outdoor display and sales from a tent submitted by Dick's Sporting Goods, 3436 Shoppers Drive, on June 27 through July 13, 2014; D. Approval of a Temporary Use permit for outdoor display and sales from a tent submitted by Sears Appliance Outlet, 1750 N. Richmond Road, from June 19 through June 22, 2014; E. Approval of a Block Party and Special Event Liquor License submitted by St. Patrick Catholic Church, 3500 Washington Street, for a Parish Picnic on June 22, 2014, from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm; F. Approval of a Block Party on Chestnut Drive, between Redwood Lane and Birch Lane, on July 5, 2014, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; G. Approval of a Special Use Permit to hold the Carson & Barnes Circus in Petersen Park on September 5, 6, and 7, and temporary waiver of Municipal Code Sec. 16-25 to allow overnight stays in the park; H. Approval of Parks Special Use/Picnic permits; I. Approval of April 28, 2014 City Council meeting minutes; J. Approval of May 19, 2014 City Council meeting minutes; K. Approval of June 2, 2014 City Council meeting minutes; L. Approval of As Needed Checks; and; ARAMARK 256.26 AT&T 142.11 BANKCARD PROCESSING CENT 1,616.47 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD O 137,296.63 COMED 357.07 DIRECT ENERGY BUSINESS 20,790.42 FOP UNITS I/II 2,064.00 GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS 595.00 KIMBALL MIDWEST 290.84 LEGALSHIELD 64.75 LISS, NEVA 243.75 MIDWEST OPERATING ENGINE 2,364.31 NATIONAL GUARDIAN LIFE I 42.33 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS. 192.00 NWBOCA 30.00 PETERS, MARTHA 55.00 PETTY CASH FUND 139.58 POSTMASTER MCHENRY IL 1,200.00 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE 29.31 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANC 446.00 GRAND TOTALS 168,215.83 FUND TOTALS GENERAL FUND 27,863.31 DEVELOPER DONATION FUND 46.89 WATER/SEWER FUND 644.69 EMPLOYEE INSURANCE FUND 139,660.94 TOTAL 168,215.83 M. Approval of List of Bills ADAMS ENTERPRISES INC, R 788.25 ADAMS STEEL SERVICE INC 50.28 ADVANCED AUTOMATION AND 1,034.31 AMELIO, ROBERT 211.50 AMERICAN RED CROSS 133.00 ASCAP 368.37 ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL CO 2,825.00 AUTO TECH CENTERS INC 1,020.72 B&W CONTROL SYSTEMS INTE 2,728.11 BAKER & SON CO, PETER 2,821.12 Regular Meeting Page 3 June 16, 2014 BANKCARD PROCESSING CENT 5,025.96 BAXTER & WOODMAN 240.00 BIRK, JOHN 735.00 BLACKSTONE LANDSCAPE INC 10,836.25 BOTTS WELDING & TRUCK SE 321.08 BOXX THIS INC 109.60 BRANIFF COMMUNICATIONS I 467.50 BREMER, CURTIS H 130.00 BUSS FORD SALES 366.03 CFA SOFTWARE INC 4,200.00 CINTAS CORPORATION LOC 3 447.32 COMCAST CABLE 214.75 CRESCENT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 717.26 CRUZ, MICHAEL 25.22 DELL MARKETING LP 3,651.00 DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTO 6,700.00 ED'S RENTAL & SALES INC 194.50 EISERMAN, JERRY 16.18 FIORE, CLARISSA 125.00 FISCHER BROS FRESH 1,371.38 FLORES, JOSEPH 95.00 FOXCROFT MEADOWS INC 778.91 FUTURE LINK OF ILLINOIS 779.00 GASVODA & ASSOCIATES INC 1,729.36 GEMPLER'S INC 237.00 GOLD MEDAL PRODUCTS 276.38 HALOGEN SUPPLY COMPANY 99.52 HARM'S FARM 64.65 ILLINOIS CITY/COUNTY MAN 179.00 ILLINOIS FBI NA 75.00 IN -PIPE TECHNOLOGY COMPA 10,500.00 INTERSTATE ALL BATTERY C 69.65 IRISH PRAIRIE RECREATION 500.00 IRWA 87.00 JENIEN, TED 64.50 KIRCHNER FIRE 32.75 LAKE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFF 30.00 LAKESIDE PEST CONTROL SE 115.00 LAMZ, TYLER 144.56 LIFEGUARD STORE INC, THE 214.90 LILLEENG, MICHAEL D 1,900.00 LOCKER'S FLOWERS 146.00 MARTIN, DOUG 10.00 MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC 633.54 MCCORMICK, JENISE M 97.50 MCHENRY ANALYTICAL WATER 60.00 MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH S 416.67 MCHENRY COUNTY RECORDER 841.00 MCHENRY SAVINGS BANK 20.59 MEADE INC 268.60 MEHNER JR, DAVID A 60.00 MENARDS - WOODSTOCK 291.84 MEYER JR, DONALD R 100.00 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WA 5,081.44 MIDWEST HOSE AND FITTING 58.94 MIDWEST TITLE LOANS 30.00 MROZ,. GREGORY 161.00 NAPA AUTO PARTS MPEC 4,104.20 NEUMANN JR, EDWARD J 500.00 NORTHERN ILLINOIS POLICE 75.00 PATTEN INDUSTRIES INC 1,865.00 PEPSI BEVERAGE COMPANY 458.95 PETERSON, DWAYNE 230.00 PETROLIANCE LLC 12,318.68 PETTIBONE & CO, P F 799.64 PITNEY BOWES INC 255.00 PLATINUM HEATING & COOLI 297.50 POSITIVE PROMOTIONS INC 385.62 PRO PLAYER CONSULTANTS I 1,710.00 PRUDENTIAL 30.00 Regular Meeting Page 4 June 16, 2014 PSP-BROOKFIELD 33.59 RADICOM INC 92.50 REINDERS INC 433.73 RELIABLE OFFICE SUPPLIES 146.43 RNOW INC 384.14 ROC CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY 236.18 ROSE, JEFFREY T 225.00 SAVAGLIO, PATRICE 5.00 SCHMITT, MATTHEW 8.00 SECRETARY OF STATE / POL 101.00 SEXTON, ERIC M 789.98 SHAW MEDIA . 718.90 SHERWIN INDUSTRIES INC 171.45 SMITH, WILLIAM 50.00 ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURC 127.20 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 245.16 STERWERF, JASON 69.00 STOJONIC, JEANNINE 95.00 THEIS, JULIANNA 65.00 TOPS IN DOG TRAINING COR 250.00 VALLEY VIEW ACRES 85.00 VAN METER & ASSOCIATES I 520.00 VIKING CHEMICAL COMPANY 1,973.60 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI P 9,661.70 WELCH BROS INC 681.33 WEMBER, DEBRA 53.00 WOODWARD PRINTING SERVIC 3,372.00 ZIMMERMAN, BOB 60.00 GRAND TOTALS 117,807.47 FUND TOTALS GENERAL FUND 61,240.87 BAND FUND 368.37 CIVIL DEFENSE FUND 467.50 WATER/SEWER FUND 46,473.81 MARINA OPERATIONS FUND 2,825.00 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 5,254.66 RETAINED PERSONNEL ESCROW 1,177.26 TOTAL 117,807.47 Alderman Peterson requested Item G on the Consent Agenda be voted on separately from the other items on the Consent Agenda. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Peterson, to approve the Consent Agenda, as amended, Items A through F and Items H through M. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Peterson, to approve Consent Agenda Item G. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer. Voting Nay: Peterson. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. Regular Meeting Page 5 June 16, 2014 APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH MELROSE PYROTECHNICS, INC. TO PRODUCE A FIREWORKS SHOW ON JULY 5, 2014 (RAIN DATE JULY 6, 2014) IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ANNUAL JAYCEES DAY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION IN PETERSEN PARK FOR A TOTAL COST OF $15,000 WITH A $10,000 CONTRIBUTION FROM THE JAYCEES AND $5,000 FROM THE CITY OF IVICHENRY; PROVIDE CITY SERVICES FOR THE EVENT AS NEEDED; AND, WAIVER OF ALL ASSOCIATED FEES City Administrator Morefield reiterated to Council that the City of .McHenry partners with the McHenry Area Jaycees annually to produce the Jaycees Day Fireworks 4th of July Celebration in Petersen Park. This year the Jaycees Day Fireworks Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2014, with a rain date of Sunday, July 6tn The Jaycees have selected Melrose Pyrotechnics to produce a 20-minute program choreographed to music for $15,000. As in the past, the Jaycees will donate $10,000 toward the cost of the contract with a contribution of $5,000 paid by the City of McHenry. City Administrator Morefield stated that in addition to financial participation, the City provides services from the Parks & Recreation Department, Public Works Department and the Police Department. Equipment and Staff from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District will also assist, as necessary. The Jaycees will provide funds for a sound system and background music through revenue derived from the $6.00 per car parking fee. In addition to the fireworks program, the Jaycees are requesting permission to host local bands to perform in the park from 4:00 pm to 9:15 pm. Musical entertainment has been provided on stage since 2005. The bands will be asked to secure sponsorship and provide additional sound equipment. Alderman Schaefer opined that the fireworks display is a nice annual event and he appreciates the Jaycees' participation. Alderman Peterson concurred. Responding to Alderman Santi's inquiry regarding the number of bands that would be in attendance, Deputy City Administrator Hobson stated there would be four or five bands. Alderman Glab opined that the program is too short for the cost expended however, it is a great event for the entire City. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Santi, approving the recommendation of the McHenry Area Jaycees to enter into a contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc., to produce the July 5, 2014 Fireworks Program for a cost of $15,000, with a $5,000 financial contribution from the City of McHenry, City services as needed and waiver of all associated fees, as presented. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Regular Meeting Page 6 June 16, 2014 Motion carried. APPROVE AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A USE VARIANCE TO ALLOW A TATTOO PARLOR AND BODY PIERCING ESTABLISHMENT AT 3012 WEST ROUTE 120 D/B/A SKIN RITES CUSTOM TATTOO City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the applicant is seeking a use variance to allow a tattoo parlor and body piercing establishment, which is not currently a permitted or conditional use in any zoning district, precipitating a Use Variance. It is applicant's intent to foster an art -friendly business, capitalize on talents of artists in the community and promote the use of art and tattooing as a form of expression. Additionally, the applicant plans on becoming involved in charitable endeavors. City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the applicant formerly operated a business in the City of McHenry on Main Street called Cafe Aon. Staff does not believe a tattoo parlor would have any adverse land use impacts on adjacent properties or require additional City services. The subject property is not conducive to pedestrian traffic. Thus, limiting the subject property with a building this size to retail sales only would make it extremely difficult for a business owner to be successful. Staff believes that all criteria required on Form E have been satisfied. City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval (6-1) of a use variance to allow a tattoo parlor and body piercing establishment at 3012 W. Illinois Route 120, with the condition the use variance shall expire and become null and void if the tattoo use ceases for a period of six consecutive months. Applicant, Nathan Ryan, responded to Alderman Santi's inquiry regarding hours of operation. He stated the business would be open five (5) days per week, closed on Sunday and Monday, however, private appointments would be taken on Sunday and/or Monday, as necessary. Alderman Glab opined he is not in favor of another tattoo parlor in the City. Alderman Peterson opined that the applicant has complied with all the legal requirements of the City. Alderman Santi concurred. Motion by Santi, seconded by Peterson, approving the Use Variance to allow a tattoo parlor and body piercing establishment at 3012 W. Illinois Route 120. Voting Aye: Santi, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: Glab, Schaefer. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. Regular Meeting Page 7 June 16, 2014 APPROVE A SIGN VARIANCE TO ALLOW THREE WALL SIGNS FOR ALDI FOOD MARKET, 2226 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD City Administrator Morefield informed Council that ALDI Food Market is relocating their store from its current location in the McHenry Plaza Shopping Center to McHenry Towne Center, at 2226 N. Richmond Road. ALDI will be occupying the remaining building space adjacent to Petco. ALDI is requesting a sign variance to allow three wall signs, two permitted by Ordinance; however, the three wall signs as proposed would not exceed the total allowable square footage ALDI is permitted by the Sign Ordinance. Staff believes the proposed signage is consistent with their current branding and marketing. Staff believes the wall signage as presented, is not excessive and being located on two different facades of the building is not overwhelming on any one side. Staff supports the proposed signage, believing the signage proposed is consistent with other retail establishments located in shopping centers and that the signage is aesthetically pleasing. Motion by Schaefer, seconded by Blake, approving a sign variance for the property located at 2226 N. Richmond Road for ALDI Food Market, to allow three wall signs in substantial conformance with the size, design and location submitted as part of the sign package. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. !" Absent: Condon. Motion carried. APPROVE A SIGN VARIANCE TO ALLOW138 SQUARE FEET OF TOTAL WALL SIGNAGE FOR WENDY'S RESTAURANT, 2433 NORTH RICHMOND ROAD City Administrator Morefield informed Council that Wendy's Restaurant, located at 2433 North Richmond Road, is updating their current store and proposing to utilize a signage package consistent with their most recent marketing/branding scheme. Wendy's is requesting two sign variances: 1. The first is to exceed the total allowable square footage for wall signage (138 square feet proposed/60 square feet permitted); and 2. The second is to exceed the total number of wall signs permitted (six proposed/one permitted). One of the six proposed wall signs is a two square -foot panel mounted to the south fagade of the building. Many restaurants in the City have undergone comprehensive branding alterations or built new stores and have requested and been granted sign variances for freestanding and/or wall signage. Wendy's faces a couple of hardships, which are not universal with other restaurants within the City, but should be considered. Wendy's is a single -user outlot parcel located within a shopping center; therefore, they are restricted to one wall sign. Additionally, total permissible wall signage is calculated on the total linear building frontage, in this case the Regular Meeting Page 8 June 16, 2014 east fagade of the Wendy's building along Richmond Road. Additionally, Wendy's total building, or tenant frontage, is 40 feet, which limits their total wall signage to a maximum of 60 square feet, whereas similar establishments, such as multi -tenant outlot buildings are permitted two wall signs. Staff believes it is important for all businesses to thrive and be evaluated similarly to ensure parity amongst them. It should also be noted that it is essential for any commercial tenant, particularly those in freestanding buildings, to ensure signage is symmetrical around all facades of the building to maintain a consistent branding/marketing image, but also for aesthetic purposes. It is the aforementioned reasons that Staff supports the sign variance requested. Motion by Santi, seconded by Peterson, granting the sign variances for the property located at 2433 N. Richmond Road, known as Wendy's Restaurant, to allow 138 square feet of total wall signage (not to exceed six wall signs) in substantial conformance with the size, design and location specifications including as part of the permit application. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A USE VARIANCE TO ALLOW THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 302 NORTH FRONT STREET TO BE USED AS A DRY -CELL BATTERY STORAGE FACILITY City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the property consists of approximately 4.06 acres and contains a single-family residential home. The request being proposed is to permit dry cell battery storage, which would be contained within containers, each equipped with an individual fire detection and suppression system. The batteries would be located on racks in a similar configuration as computer servers. City Administrator Morefield stated that the batteries are dry cell; therefore leakage is not a concern. Additionally, there are no environmental impact concerns with the batteries or any other fire hazard. However, due to additional concerns expressed at the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing, the applicant met with representatives from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District to review the specifications/Material Safety Data Sheets pertaining to the physical composition of the batteries, how they are stored and monitored. A letter from the McHenry Fire Protection District (MTFPD), dated June 4, 2014 expressed appreciation that Glide Path exhibited a proactive approach in addressing fire and life safety concerns and indicates the following: • Mr. McKissack of Glide Path Advanced Energy Solutions met with representatives of the MTFPD on May 22, 2014; Regular Meeting Page 9 June 16, 2014 • The letter indicates that the fire alarm and extinguishing system would be monitored directly to the MTFPD dispatch center via the wireless radio system; • A Knox Box would be installed for rapid entry into secured areas of the property by fire department personnel during any emergency situation; • The access drive will have adequate space provided for fire apparatus to turn around; and • The occupancy address will be visible from the roadway and emergency contact information will be accurate and up to date. City Administrator Morefield advised Council that emergency -style lighting would be utilized, which must comply with the City Ordinances and noise would also comply with the performance standards in the Zoning Ordinance. The site would be essentially unmanned, unless maintenance is required or a problem occurs which needs to be addressed. This site is located on a major roadway and wholly contained within a fenced -in area; however, Staff believes barbed wire should be considered as a deterrent. Barbed wire is permitted by the Fence Ordinance and practically would not be seen due to the intense screening and existing mature vegetation on -site. Staff is recommending the existing home be demolished. The home is non -conforming and would not be utilized as part of the proposed project. The Landmark Commission has approved the demolition subject to the condition they be permitted to walk through the home prior to demolition. Staff has added the Landmark Commission's request as an additional condition of approval. City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the applicant has made preliminary contact with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) as their approval is required for access to the site, as well as for stormwater drainage to Front Street (Illinois Route 31). IDOT has been working on a future plan for Route 31 from Route 176 in Crystal Lake to Route 120 in McHenry and has proposed a hard median, which includes the portion of Route 31 adjacent to the subject property. This would restrict the property to a right-in/right-out access, if approved in that manner. Staff is recommending a 30-foot right-of-way dedication be made to the City for future improvements to Route 31/Front Street. This estimate is based on discussions with IDOT. Staff has reviewed the project to confirm its compliance with all criteria outlined in the attached Table 32(A) of the Zoning Ordinance. The subject property is zoned Office park, which in Staff's opinion limited any immediate future development of any type of office building due to the overabundance of existing office property. Further, if a hard median is incorporated along Route 31 in the future, the subject property would be restricted to a right-in/right-out access, which would also significantly limit its practical use. Additionally, the property has a significant physical challenge related to the change in grade from east to west, which makes land development and site improvements extremely costly due to the expenses associated with providing adequate off -site drainage improvements Regular Meeting Page 10 June 16, 2014 for the proper conveyance of water. This became evident many years ago when a residential facility was proposed for the property and due to the costs involved with drainage, obtaining off -site easements for stormwater conveyance and participation in upgrading offsite stormwater infrastructure, the project became financially impractical. The property lies in an extremely sensitive drainage area and limiting the amount of grading, cut and fill and impervious area would definitely benefit the surrounding area. The use, as proposed, would not alter local character and is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The use provides a benefit to the overall electrical infrastructure within the City and its location is critical due to the proximity to the existing ComEd substation on Lillian Street in the City of McHenry. City Administrator Morefield reiterated some concerns expressed at the Planning and Zoning Commission such as: • Stormwater runoff; • Screening; • Safety/potential hazards associated with the proposed use; and • Ensuring the fire district was aware of the project and comfortable with the proposed use and being able to adequately maneuver and turn around their vehicles at the site. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 5-2 of the Use Variance to allow the subject property to be utilized as a battery storage facility as proposed, subject to certain conditions. Alderman Santi opined that the Planning and Zoning Commission was very thorough in their review of the project. He noted that some constituents have expressed concerns regarding the project on this venue and would prefer it was located elsewhere. He stated he is comfortable with the project. Alderman Glab stated he is not in favor of the project and is not in favor of spot zoning. He does not agree that the project fits into the Comprehensive Plan. Alderman Glab inquired about what benefit this type of project provides the City of McHenry and stated he is concerned about this type of development. He opined that a facility of this type belongs in an industrial venue. He stated he believes that noise from the chillers could be excessive. Mr. Chris McKissack, Vice -President of GlidePath Power, LLC and his attorney, Joseph Gottemoller, approached the podium. Mr. McKissack stated that the backup power provides a shock absorber effect to residents of McHenry, adding stability to the grid and is also a draw for technology oriented business. Responding to Alderman Glab's concerns regarding noise from the chillers, Mr. McKissack stated the chillers are 100 ton chillers, and are similar to office air conditioning units. Regular Meeting Page 11 June 16, 2014 Mr. McKissack stated he is willing to commit the chillers would not cause any disturbance. He stated he could support the project if it was located elsewhere. Mr. Kevin Serafin of CEMCON, Ltd. Introduced himself as the engineer for the project. He stated that the plan has been adjusted to accommodate the 30-foot right-of-way. He stated the site has also been shifted nearly 50-feet to accommodate any future IDOT improvements on Route 31. Responding to Alderman Schaefer's inquiry regarding the size of the chiller units and whether if an office building was being proposed for the site a larger or smaller unit would be required, Mr. McKissack stated that a larger unit would be required for an office building structure than is required to cool the enclosed pods. Alderman Blake stated that he had some issues with the location of the project. Alderman Peterson stated that this site has been difficult to develop. With the raised median that is proposed for the property this is not a linchpin for development. He opined that there could be some issues; however, it is not the worst proposal for the site. Alderman Schaefer stated he has some concerns regarding possible complaints from owners of surrounding properties. He noted that it appears the property would be well screened. He concurred with Alderman Peterson that this is a difficult property and likely to remain vacant for an extended period of time if this project is not approved. Responding to Alderman Schaefer's inquiry regarding landscaping and maintenance of the site, Mr. McKissack stated that the site would be maintained regularly by a contracted service. Responding to Alderman Schaefer's inquiry regarding whether Staff has looked into the possibility of ComEd paying a host fee for use of the property, City Administrator Morefield responded that no other municipality is paid a host fee for this type of commodity. Mr. McKissick concurred. Alderman Glab stated that he would like assurance from GlidePath that they will conform to the plan presented. He inquired about the potential that larger overhead lines would be necessitated. Mr. McKissack assured Council that underground cables are used and not overhead lines. Attorney Gottemoller informed Council that this project would stabilize the lines and would not be putting more power on the lines. Motion by Santi, seconded by Schaefer, approving the Ordinance for a use variance to allow the property located at 302 Front Street, McHenry, to be utilized as a battery storage facility, as a means of providing backup power and increased stability to supplement the local, regional and multi -state electrical grid. Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Wimmer, Peterson. Regular Meeting Page 12 June 16, 2014 Voting Nay: Glab, Blake. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13, TRAFFIC AND MOTOR VEHICLES, TO DESIGNATE FOUR- HOUR PARKING IN CERTAIN DOWNTOWN AREAS CURRENTLY POSTED AS TWO-HOUR PARKING City Administrator Morefield informed Council that the City received a petition signed by members of the McHenry Downtown Business Association, requesting an amendment to the City's Traffic Code to allow four-hour parking on certain sections of Elm Street, Green Street, Main Street, Pearl Street, Riverside Drive, and Washington Street, which are all currently designated as two-hour parking. City Administrator Morefield noted that in 2004, the Council approved an Ordinance amending parking in the downtown areas from four hours to two hours; however, the McHenry Downtown Business Association (DBA) has reversed its opinion regarding this matter. With the addition of the Riverwalk and popular eateries in the downtown neighborhoods, downtown merchants are experiencing an increase in out-of-town visitors. The DBA believes four hour parking would improve trade by providing visitors with more time to shop, dine and stroll the area, with less risk of violating parking restrictions. Alderman Wimmer opined that this is the goal of the downtown area and stated that he supports the change. Responding to Alderman Santi's inquiry regarding the change in the business owner's assessment regarding the parking situation, Deputy_ City Administrator Hobson stated that in 2004 the Riverwalk was not yet open and some of the amenities that -now exist were not available. In 2004 the business owners appeared more concerned with turnover. Alderman Glab expressed concern that the 4-hour parking did not work before and they requested it be changed to 2-hour parking, now the business owners are requesting it be changed back to 4-hour parking. Alderman Glab opined he would like to see something that works long term. Alderman Schaefer stated that he spends a lot of time in the downtown area. He noted that he supports parking for downtown area customers, but questions whether the extended parking, in prime parking areas, would indeed be used for customers or for the business owners to park their own vehicles. Mayor Low opined that the business owners have expressed a desire for 4-hour parking via their petition. She encouraged Council to be open to the request. Regular Meeting Page 13 June 16, 2014 Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Schaefer, approving the Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 13, Traffic and Motor Vehicles, to designate four-hour parking in certain Downtown Areas currently posted as two-hour parking Voting Aye: Santi, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: Glab. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. APPROVAL OF A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE UTILITY IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR $125,000 AND AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD BID FOR SOUTH WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ROOF REPLACEMENT AND MISCELLANEOUS WORK TO OLSSON ROOFING, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $219,185 City Administrator Morefield informed Council that on June 4, 2014, three bids were received for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant (SWWTP) roof replacement(s) and miscellaneous work. He noted that all of the contractors who submitted bids had attended the mandatory pre -bid meeting held on May 23, 2014. The base bids ranged from $237,185 to $270,726, for the re -roofing and miscellaneous work on the office/lab building; the fine screen building and the maintenance/storage building. The 2014/2015 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes $116,150 for the design/observation engineering and construction of the project. Council previously approved a Professional Services Agreement to Studio 222 Architects for the architectural design/project management in the lump sum of $21,750, plus reimbursable expenses, such as deliveries, duplicating and computer plotting. Studio 222 Architects analyzed and checked the bids for accuracy and recommends awarding the contract with Alternate No. 1 (conventional metal roof system vs. a standing stem system; deduct $18,000) to Olsson Roofing Company, Inc. of Cherry Valley, Illinois in the amount of $219,185. The Engineer's Opinion of Probable Cost (EOPC) for the project was $125,000. The major factors in the difference between the bids and the EOPC are seasonal competition from schools for materials and manpower, increased material costs, masonry replacement areas are more defined, entry door material upgraded to aluminum and higher labor costs on the overlay roof system on the equipment storage building. City Administrator Morefield stated that the existing roof systems have exceeded their useful life and are in deplorable condition. Staff is recommending they be replaced immediately to avoid additional building deterioration and damage to equipment. City Administrator Morefield informed Council that Ken Schaefer, of Olsson Roofing Company, Inc. is in attendance to answer any questions. Responding to Alderman Glab's inquiry regarding whether any other project is suffering due to additional funds expended on this project, City Administrator Morefield assured Council .that no other project is suffering. He stated that the funds for this project are coming from the Utility Improvement Fund. Regular Meeting Page 14 June 16, 2014 Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson, approving awarding the bid for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant roof replacements and miscellaneous work to Olsson Roofing Company, Inc. of Cherry Valley, Illinois, in an amount not to exceed $219,185, and a budget amendment to the Utility Improvement Fund in the amount of $125,000. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. MAYOR STATEMENT AND REPORT Mayor Low invited Council to attend the street sign dedication for George P. Freund at Main Street and Green Street at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. Mayor Low reminded Council that there will be a Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, June 30, 2014 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers to discuss the Water Rate Study. COMMITTEE REPORTS There were no Committee Reports. STAFF REPORTS Deputy City Administrator Hobson announced that the Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating its 35th anniversary and to commemorate the anniversary the City of McHenry Parks and Recreation Department will hold a pool party at the Merkel Aquatic Center on June 18, 2014, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Admission is free. Deputy City Administrator Hobson announced the following events: • Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 7:30 pm — City Band Concert; • Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 9:00 am — Kiwanis Soapbox Derby; • Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 6:00 pm — Miss McHenry Scholarship Pageant at West Campus; and • Sunday, June 22, 2014 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm —A Day at Petersen Farm. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Alderman Schaefer stated that the construction on Route 120 and Green Street is playing havoc with traffic. He noted in particular that vehicles are blocking Route 120 at the lights and impeding traffic attempting to cross from Green Street when the light changes to green. Chief of Police Jones acknowledged that the department has received numerous calls about this issue. The light at the intersection is not tied into the system, however, an officer has been posted to monitor the situation. Regular Meeting Page 15 June 16, 2014 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Wimmer, seconded by Peterson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:36 pm. Voting Aye: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Blake, Wimmer, Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Condon. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 pm. Mayo City Clerk