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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, June 15, 2020, 7:00 p.m.
"The City Council met remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic per P.A. 100-0640
(SB 2135). https://cityofmchenry.zoom.us/i/99048845001
The public can also call in to the following number: +1 312 626 6799, Meeting ID = 990 4884
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Call to Order: The City Council of the City of McHenry, Illinois, met in regular session on
Monday, June 15, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held remotely, per above statement.
Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call.
Members present: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding,
Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller, and Mayor Jett. Others present:
Attorney McArdle, Administrator Morefield, Interim Director of Public Works Strange, Director
of Community Development Polerecky, Finance Director Lynch, Director of Parks and
Recreation Hobson, Director of Economic Development Martin, City Planner Sherrif, Chief of
`.. Police Birk, and City Clerk Ramel.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the pledge.
Public Comments: None
Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items:
A. Resolution Adopting a Non-Discrimination Policy related to the Fair Housing Act;
(Director Martin)- This item was pulled separately by Alderman Glab.
Alderman Glab had some questions regarding Consent Agenda Item (A), regarding the wording
of it. Attorney McArdle stated that this is not something that can be changed tonight in regards
to verbiage the changes in language are legal and could be added or changed for review at the
next meeting. Alderman Schaefer spoke in regards to some of the discussion that was brought
up by Alderman Glab, supported the knowledge that this can be a greater topic than this
consent item and should could be discussed at another meeting.
Director of Economic Development Martin explained that the adoption of fair house ordinance,
therefore needs to be passed at this meeting. The Illinois Human Rights Act was brought up
by Alderwoman Miller and was explained a bit. This consent item is needed in order to move
forward to apply for grants, according to Mayor Jett. Also noted that this can be passed and
readdressed for another meeting here in the future.
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A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Devine to approve ...�
Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items: B-E
B. Regarding the Police Department Renovation Project, to 1) approve entering into four
(4) Purchase Order Contracts for a total amount not to exceed $125,767.00; 2) purchase
building materials and electrical equipment in an amount not to exceed $28,083.48; and,
3) enter into a purchase agreement with Trane for an amount not to exceed $28,157.29;
(Chief Birk, Director Polerecky)
C. June 1, 2020, City Council Meeting Minutes;
D. Issuance of Checks in the amount of$426,534.19;
E. Issuance of As Needed Checks in the amount of$472,834.24.
A motion was made by Alderman Schaefer and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to
approve Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi,
Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Individual Action Item Agenda:
A. Motion to approve or deny a Class A Liquor License to Ye Olde Corner Tap Corporation, .�
3901 Main Street; and, if approved, the adoption of an ordinance increasing the number
of Class A Liquor Licenses from 37 to 38. (Mayor Jett)
No public comments.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Devine to approve
Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 1-
abstained: Alderman Schaefer. Motion carried.
B. Motion to approve or deny a Video Gaming License to Ye Olde Corner Tap Corporation,
3901 Main Street, contingent on the action taken on Agenda Item 5.A. (Mayor Jett)
The same amount of machines will occupy the tap, which was a question that was brought up
by Alderman Santi, also the same company will be in ownership.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Glab to approve
Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Glab, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 1-
abstained: Alderman Schaefer. Motion carried.
C. Motion to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement for Orchard Beach Road. (Director
Strange, Attorney McArdle)
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Director Strange presented this item giving direction to move forward with IGA, $44,000.00
would be the cost. The improvements built by the township and will be maintained them forever
per Attorney McArdle, if annexed the city will take over. Associations contributing $25,000.00
Alderman Glab nothing that shows it's a dedicated road, or the other side of the right away,
therefore it was never annexed, had several questions. Jim Condon explained the opinions of
this motion, wants everyone to share in this agreement. Alderman Schaefer wanted to know if
the sections will get any wider, 18ft roadway with 2ft shoulders, per Mr. Condon. This
discussion went on for some time, Alderman Glab had strong comments regarding this item.
President of Orchard Beach Home Owner's Association Mr. Paul Dreiske spoke regarding the
history or Orchard Beach, he was very positive responses also talked about the work that
residents put the time to help with the up keep of the roads. Many on the council expressed
their opinions regarding this, during these times. The corona virus has delayed this project per
McHenry Township Commissioner, Mr. Condon. No public
A motion was made by Alderman Schaefer and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to
approve Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote: 2-ayes: Alderman
Schaefer, Alderwoman Miller. 5-nays Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Harding,
Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Discussion Items:
A. Water and Sewer Rates (Director Lynch - Supplement)
Presented in regards to talk about the rates again due, and what to do regarding the Covid-19
shutdown. Alderman Schaefer gets complaints about the water charges, wanted to know what
the percentage of rates have gone up over the history of the years. Administrator Morefield can
help distinguish the changes within the increase of water and sewer rates over the years.
Alderwoman Miller stated that her neighborhood Jan-March and March to May- has gone up
but most of it is increased because of everyone being home more. There may be push back
because consumption is up and then a charge will be showed with the bill. It could be deferred
for a year, per Administrator Morefield or it can be changed to a different cycle to see what
impact that has happened due to the shutdown. Alderman Devine wants to revisit this due to
the community struggling. Alderman Santi wanted to know if we could hold off until fall.
Alderman Harding push off for a while, several others agreed. This will be brought back to
council per Mayor Jett, and a public notice can be distributed.
B. Annexation of Unincorporated Parcels (Director Martin - Supplement)
Director Martin, explained this discussion item, there was a map that the council was able
to view during this discussion. Director Martin explained that many are located right in the
middle of the city. Many of the positive points regarding annexation were touched about
during this. Main disadvantages were explained as well. Wanted direction from the council.
A map was shared with the council. Will be brought back for next meeting per Mayor Jett.
D. Mayoral Authority During Local State of Emergency (Council — No Supplement)
Talked about thanking the council for supporting himself Mayor, regarding helping the
`.. businesses. The micro loan has been successful, to help the businesses. Wants everyone to
be a team during this. If there are complaints Mayor Jett would like to hear about it. Much of it
has been positive. Alderman Glab disputed some of the wording. Every business has signed
off a waiver regarding using the city tables in the barricade. Chief Birk stated that most
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businesses were compliant to the rules. The declaration will help us be eligible for the FEMA ...,�
money once it is open. The only council that has only missed for one city council meeting, then
went online for the meetings. Alderman Santi wanted to know if we could continue the outside
seating through the early fall, it will be maintained per Chief Birk, until the weather gets
inclement.
Staff Reports: Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson stated that the rec center opened
June 8th max 25 fitness center and zoom classes also outside classes. Boat rental has been
moved back to mid-July. The orange donut boat stated that it was sold exploring other options.
Administrator Morefield discussed the phasing from COVID- Phase 4, regarding gaming the
machines will be able to be turned back on for gaming there will be restrictions there will be a
variety of options. Guidelines will have to be followed from the establishment and submitted to
the gaming board in order to turn it back on. Many of the establishments have been notified but
it has also been sent out again.
Director of Parks and Recreation Hobson stated that he talked to the firework supplier decisions
need to be made regarding to dates and how much we wanted to spend on the fireworks. Also
a location that will be a place where the fireworks could be set off that is not public. Streaming
live and doing a west side of town for all to see instead of gathering. The 4th of July sounds like
the date.
Mayor's Report: Thank you for the continued support within town. .�
City Council Comments: Planning and zoning meeting on the 17t per Alderman Santi,
important item reminder. Alderman Glab had questions regarding the elections for the future.
The fire in the globes may happened a weekend a month, mostly in the fall.
Executive Session if Needed: none
Adjourn: A motion was made Alderwoman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to
adjourn the meeting at 9:36 PM. Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab,
Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman
Miller, Mayor Jett. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
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Mayor Wayn Jet City Clerk Trisha Ramel
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