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MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, August 3, 2020, 7:00 p.m.
In light of the current COVID-19 public health emergency, this meeting will be held remotely only. The
public can observe by connecting online at: https://cityofmchenry.zoom.us/i/99918537670
The public can also call in to the following number: +1 312 626 6799, Meeting ID 9991853 7670
Call to Order: The City Council of the City of McHenry, Illinois, met in regular session on
Monday, August 3, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic in
compliance with the Open Meetings Act per guidelines by the Illinois Attorney General's
office.
Roll Call: Mayor Jett called the roll call.
Members present: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding-
absent, 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, Chief of Police Birk,City
Planner Sheriff, and City Clerk Ramel.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Jett led the pledge
Public Comments: No public comment
Consent Agenda: Motion to Approve the Following Consent Agenda Items:
A. Award of contract to Michels Corporation for the Well #8 Raw Water Line Rehabilitation
Project in the amount of$296,214.00; (Public Works Director Strange)
B. Approval and authorization to enter into a Purchase Order Contract with MASD
Construction for Drywall Installation on Phase 2 of the Police Department Renovation in
an amount not to exceed $15,000.00; (Police Chief Birk, Community Development
Director Polerecky)
C. Approval of payment to Advance Automation and Controls, Inc. for the replacement of
the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for the #3 raw sewage pump at the Regional
Pumping Station in the amount of$10,191.00; (Public Works Director Strange)
D. Approval of an Ordinance amending the FY20/21 Parks Developer Budget in the amount
of $12,979.88 for the purchase of replacement LED lights for the Knox Parks Tennis
Courts by Northwest Electric; (Parks and Recreation Director Hobson)
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Harding to approve
Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
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Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
E. Award a Façade Improvement Grant in the amount of$2,500 for the property located at
3402 W. Elm Street; (Economic Development Director Martin)
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Harding to approve
Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
-No public comments.
F. Block Party Permit Application for Almond Lane on 8/28/20;
Pulled by alderman Glab it's a reimbursement program, unusual situation by Director of
Economic Development Martin stated that it's to encourage the condition to continue.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderwoman Miller to approve
Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman
Miller. 1-nays- Alderman Glab, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
-No public comments.
G. July 20, 2020, City Council Meeting Minutes;
H. Issuance of Checks in the amount of $364,148.08.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Glab to approve
Consent Agenda Items as presented: Roll Call: Vote: 57ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman,
Alderman Glab, Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
-No public comments.
Individual Action Item Agenda
A. Motion to approve or deny a Class B Liquor License to La Trinidad Restaurant, 4401
Elm Street; and if approved, the adoption of an ordinance increasing the number of
Class B Liquor Licenses from 19 to 20. (Mayor Jett)
A motion was made by Alderman Glab and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve
Individual 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.
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B. Motion to adopt Ordinances granting a Zoning Map Amendment and Minor Variances
to allow 68.5% of uncovered space in lieu of the required 73% uncovered space to
accommodate a 4-unit attached single family residence for the property located at 1208
N. River Road. (Community Director Polerecky)
Alderman Schaefer wanted to know if there is an aerial of this, he likes to look at it from the air
regarding density, photography wise, no further questions from him. Questioned the amount
of people per acre. Where the trend of development is per Alderman Glab, most things there
are all commercial. City Planner Sherriff, stated that they exceed the minimum requirements of
the lot areas. Alderwoman Miller likes the idea thinks it will help with improvement of others.
A motion was made by Alderman Santi and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to approve
Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote:6-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Schaefer, Alderman Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine, Alderwoman Miller. 1-nays
—Alderman Glab, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
C. Motion to grant a Variance to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in the required front yard, 2
feet from the property line, at 413 Kensington Drive. (Community Development Director
Polerecky)
A motion was made by Alderwoman Miller and seconded by Alderman Schaefer to
approve Individual 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.
There was no negative feedback from theneighborhood. There was no discussion per council.
D. Motion to adopt an Ordinance Creating a Municipal Motor Fuel Tax, Implementing Local
Government Taxpayers' Bill of Rights Provisions, and Updating the City's Hotel
Operators Occupation Tax Provisions. (Finance Director Lynch)
Alderman Glab stated it's nice that some of this will help the city.
A motion was made by Alderman Glab and seconded by Alderman Santi to approve
Individual Agenda items as presented. Roll Call: Vote:5-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman
Harding, Alderman Mihevc, Alderwoman Miller.2- nays Alderman Glab, Alderman Devine, 0-
abstained. Motion carried.
Discussion Items:
A. Concept Presentation and Discussion — Residences of Stonewood Subdivision- pulled
`-- B. Route 31 Reconstruction Local Improvement Participation- troy strange explained the
local participation regarding this discussion item, needs some clarity on this. Where is
council at regarding multi-use paths and sidewalks. Sidewalks along state routes are
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constructed regarding the municipality The City of McHenry, these are ours to maintain.
Many council members shared their views. Multi-use path is very favored by
Alderwoman Miller. Many support the multi-use path during this conversation. Much of
the council was on board with lighting of the streets. This discussion went on for some
time.
Staff Reports.- Director Hobson stated that boat rental could be in by this weekend or next
weekend. The pool at the merch aquatic center will be opening as well.
Mayor's Report: None
City Council Comments: Comments on 7 elevens vs. Speedway regarding gas stations.
Executive Session: Not at this time.
Adjourn: A motion was made Alderman Glab and seconded by Alderman Santi to
adjourn the meeting at 8:32 PM. Roll Call: Vote:7-ayes: Alderman Santi, Alderman Glab,
Alderman Schaefer, Alderman Harding-absent, Alderman Mihevc, Alderman Devine,
Alderwoman Miller. 0-nay-, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
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Mayor Way City Clerk Trisha Ramel
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