HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinances - ORD-18-1890 - 08/06/2018 - 1112 N. GreenCITY OF MCHENRY
MCHENRY COUNTY
STATE OF ILLINOIS
ORDINANCE NUMBER ORD-18-1890
An Ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit to allow an Assembly Use
(educational Facility), Steam -Base Program for Children to Learn by Doing with
Small Retail component for the property located at 1112 N. Green Street in the City
of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois
Adopted by the
Mayor and City Council
Of the
City of McHenry
McHenry County
State of Illinois
August 6, 2018
Published in pamphlet form by authority of the Mayor and City Council of the City
of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois this 6th day of August, 2018.
Department of
Economic Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.ci.mchenry.il.us
ORDINANCE NO 18-1890
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY
USE (EDUCATIONAL FACILITY), STEAM -BASED PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN TO LEARN BY
DOING WITH A SMALL RETAIL COMPONENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1112 N.
GREEN STREET IN THE CITY OF MCHENRY, MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois, is a home rule municipality as
contemplated under Article VII, Section 6, of the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and the
passage of this Ordinance constitutes an exercise of the City's home rule powers and functions
as granted in the Constitution of the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed by Joseph Quinn, 9404 Nicholas Ln., Spring Grove, IL
50081 ("Applicant"), requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow an assembly use for an
educational facility with a small retail component on the property located at the northeast
corner of Green Street and Waukegan Road, specifically within the unit, 1112 N Green. The
property is legally described on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein, the
"SUBJECT PROPERTY"; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on said petition was held before the Planning and Zoning
Commission on July 18, 2018 in the manner prescribed by ordinance and statute, and as a result
of said hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission did recommend to the City Council the
granting of the requested Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the evidence and recommendations from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and finds that the approval of the requested Conditional Use
Permit is consistent with the objectives of the City of McHenry Zoning Ordinance to protect the
public health, safety, morals and general welfare of its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MCHENRY,
MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the SUBJECT PROPERTY is hereby granted a conditional use permit to
allow an assembly use (educational facility), STEAM -based program for children to learn by
doing, with a small retail component.
SECTION 2: In granting said Conditional Use Permit, the City Council finds that the
requirements of Table 31 of the Zoning Ordinance have been met in that:
Department of
Economic Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.ci.mchenry.il.us
1. Any adverse impact of types or volumes of traffic flow not otherwise typical in
the zoning district has been minimized.
2. Any adverse effects of noise, glare, odor, dust, waste disposal, blockage of light
or air, or other adverse environmental effects of a type or degree not
characteristic of permitted uses in the zoning district, have been appropriately
controlled.
3. The proposed use will fit harmoniously with the existing natural or man-made
character of its surroundings, and with permitted uses in the zoning district. The
use will not have undue deleterious effect on the environmental quality,
property values, or neighborhood character already existing in the area or
normally associated with permitted uses in the district.
4. The proposed use will not require existing community facilities or services to a
degree disproportionate to that normally expected of permitted uses in the
district, nor generate disproportionate demand for new services or facilities, in
such a way as to place undue burdens upon existing development in the area.
5. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the safety or health of the
employees, patrons, or visitors associated with the use nor of the general public
in the vicinity.
6. The proposed use is in harmony with all other elements of compatibility
pertinent to the Conditional Use and its particular location.
SECTION 3: All Ordinances or parts thereof in conflict with the terms and provisions
hereof are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be published in pamphlet form by and under the
authority of the corporate authorities of the City of McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided bylaw.
PASSED THIS 6th DAY OF August, 2018
AYES: Alderwoman Condon, Aldermen: Devine, Mihevc, Curry, Schaefer, Glab, and Santi
NAYS: 0
ABSTAINED: 0
ABSENT: 0
NOT VOTING: 0
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NOT VOTING: X
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APPROVED THIS <a4V\ DAY OF
Department of
Economic Development
McHenry Municipal Center
12018
MAYOR
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.ci.mchenry.il.us
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Department of
Economic Development
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2170
Fax: (815) 363-2173
www.ci.mchenry.il.us
Exhibit A
Legal Description of the Subject Property
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Exhibit A
Legal Description
Riverwalk Center LLC
Parcel 1.
Part of the southeast quarter of Section 26 and part of the northeast quarter of Section 35, township 45
north, range 8 east of the third principal meridian, described as follows: beginning at the intersection
of the north right-of-way line of Waukegan Road and the cast right-of-way line of Green Street,
thence north 00 degrees 35 ininutes 19 seconds east along said east right-of-way line of Green Street,
156 56 feet; thence north 21 degrees 15 minutes 19 seconds east along said right-of-way line, 101.06
feet, thence north 82 degrees 59 minutes 25 seconds east 42.56 feet, thence south 57 degrees 23
minutes 18 seconds cast, 40,95 feet; thence south 17 degrees 27 minutes 33 seconds east, 7.44 feet;
thence south 64 degrees 48 minutes 54 seconds east, 15.77 feet; thence north 72 degrees 14 minutes
2.2 seconds east, 6,95 feet, thence south 72 degrees 40 minutes 18 seconds cast, 25.29 feet to the east
line of the property described in Document 834188; thence south 19 degrees 48 minutes 32 seconds
west along said east line 25,66 feet to the southeast corner thereof, thence south 18 degrees 21
minutes 55 seconds west 64.87 feet to the south line of Lot 1 in Block 2 in Venice Park Addition to
McHenry Unit No I according to the Plat thereof recorded Fobrnary 25, 1941 as Document No
15920, in Book 7 of Plats, Page 68 to a point 44.43 feet (measure = 43.90 feet) cast of the southwest
corner of said Lot 1 (as measured along the south lme); thence south 19 degrees 15 minutes 00
seconds west 30.00 feet to the south line of private lane (now vacated) as shown on said Venice Park
Addition; thence south 70 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds east along said south line of private lane
(now vacated), 100.37 feet, thence south 19 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds west, 134.23 feet to the
north right-of-way line of said Waukegan Road; thence north 70 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds west
along said north right-of-way line 189.36 feet to the place of beginning, in McHenry County, Illinois
Parcel 2:
An exclusive perpetual easement of access to the slips along and across that part of real estate
described and shown as 10-foot pedestrian access casement, for the, benefit of Parcel 1, as set forth ill
the pier and boat slip access casement and assignment, recorded Deeembor 30, 2008 as Document
2008R0063234 over the following described land: That part of the northeast fractional quarter (lying
on the west side of the Fox River) of Section 35, townslup 45 north, range 8, east of the third
principal meridian, described as follows: conmioncing at die northwest corner of the northeast quarter
of the northeast quarter of said Section 35; thence southerly along the west line of said northeast
quarter of the northeast quarter, 143.88 feet to the southerly line of Waukegan Road (private lane) as
shown on the Plat of Venice Park Addition to McHenry Unit No. 1, according to the plat thereof
recorded February 25, 1941 as document no 152920; thence south 66 degrees 43 minutes 42 seconds
east along said southerly line of Waukegan Road, 87.18 feet to the place of beginning; thence
continuing south 66 degrees 43 minutes 42 seconds cast along said southerly line 10.93 feet; thence
south 00 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds cast 65.43 feet; thence south 41 degrees 10 minutes 09
seconds east, 41.02 feet; thence south 01 degree 03 minutes 38 seconds cast, 219 62 feet; thence south
89 degrees 09 minutes 14 seconds cast, 89.62 feet; thence south 00 degreesSO minutes 46 seconds
west, 10.00 feet; thence north 89 degrees 09 minutes 14 seconds west, 99.29 feet; thence north 01
degree 03 minutes 38 seconds west 225.40 feet, thence north 41 degrees 10 minutes 09 seconds west
41.07 feet; thence north 00 degrees 32 minutes 30 seconds west, 73.54 feet; to the place of beginning,
in McHenry County, Illinois.
July 3, 2018
Greetings,
At Snapology, we believe that children are meant to learn through play. When children are engaged in
interactive, hands-on learning activities, their creativity flourishes and they show an increased interest in
school. We help your child grow up with a thirst for knowledge. How do we do it? Snapology engages
children ages 2-14 using LEGOV bricks, K'Nex and technology.
Snapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs, offering year-round programs in schools,
community facilities, and park districts. Kids have so much fun in our programs that they don't even
realize they're learning!
Snapology of McHenry is a local, family run business. We live in Spring Grove with our 4 children; Riley
(10), Nolan (7), Greyson (5), and Avery (10 months). We are excited at the prospect of bringing hands on
education in a fun setting to the children of McHenry and the surrounding communities and being a part
of a thriving business community.
Sincerely,
Joseph and Vanessa Quinn
Owners
Snapology of McHenry
Mchenry.snapology.com
mchenry@snapology.com
Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Business Description and Vision
Definition of the Market
Description of the Products and Services
Organization and Management
Marketing and Sales Strategy
Financial Management
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Executive Summary
Snapology programs provide a unique atmosphere for students to learn while having
fun using Lego® bricks and other similar building toys. The activities are designed to
trigger children's lively imaginations, build self-confidence and promote teamwork.
Snapology offers many programs designed to teach early learning skills and the
concepts of science, mathematics, technology, literacy, engineering, architecture and
animation.
Snapology offers:
• After -school enrichment programs
• Evening classes
• Daytime classes
• Summer/Winter camps
• Birthday parties
• Play dates
• Field Trips
• Scouting events
• Open creative play
• Home -school Solutions
• Sale of building sets, blocks and other related items.
Snapology began in Pittsburgh in 2010 and currently has 55 domestic and
international locations. Snapology programs grow quickly and experience immediate
success due to the following business model attributes:
• Low start-up cost
• Quick profitability
• High profit margins
• Programs are affordable for parents
• Combination of education and fun leads parents to enroll children in
Snapology's programs even in a difficult economy
• Use of Snapology's proven guidelines, lesson plans and business model
make ownership easy and fun
• Snapology operating territories are broad
• Ongoing support for new owners is available from Snapology Corporate
• Owners have continued access to new programs and fresh ideas
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Business Description and Vision
Mission:
To teach children about science and technology through organized play in a clean,
safe, fun environment.
Vision:
Within the next 5 years, Snapology will operate in over 100 locations throughout the
world. Within the next 10 years, Snapology will operate in over 250 locations
throughout the world.
Snapology was created by two sisters, Laura Coe and Lisa Coe, who observed the
love their children and nephews had for creative play using building blocks and other
materials that snap together. They discovered the need for a center for children to
go to play and learn. The idea of offering enrichment classes and camps to teach
engineering, mathematics, architecture and animation technology concepts excited them
given both of their backgrounds in mathematics and science.
The structure Snapology's programs were inspired by discovery centers in Europe that
use blocks to teach children.
Laura Coe and Lisa Coe are the founders and principal owners of the Franchisor,
Snapology.
Vanessa and Joseph Quinn are the principal owners and operators of the Snapology
franchise in McHenry, Illinois.
The Discovery Center:
At our discovery center, we will host camps, classes, birthday parties, field trips and
other events. Our ideal class size is 10-16 students. Some classes may be as
large as 20 students. Classes 16-20 students will likely have 2 instructors depending
on the subject. The lead instructor (all lead instructors) will have prior teaching
experience.
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Definition of the Market
There are very few
companies
throughout the United
States
that offer the
types of
classes, camps and
discovery
centers that Snapology
offers.
At present,
it is a
completely untapped
market in
the McHenry area and
many
other markets
in the US.
Snapology, however, will compete with other children's programs and centers that offer
classes, camps and birthday parties to children. Most existing programs are centered
on athletics, arcade games and bounce play.
Snapology's target market is children ages 2 - 14. Reaching out to pre-schools,
elementary schools and middle schools will be the primary means to provide after -
school enrichment classes.
Snapology Discovery Centers appeal to and are marketed to the parents of 2-14 year
olds as a place to bring their children to learn, play and celebrate birthdays.
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Description of the Products and Services
Snapology programs provide a unique atmosphere for students to learn while having
fun using Lego® bricks and other building toys. The activities are designed to trigger
children's lively imaginations, build self-confidence and promote teamwork. Snapology
offers many programs designed to teach early learning skills and the concepts of
science, mathematics, technology, literacy, engineering, architecture and animation.
Snapology will offer the following products and services:
• After -school enrichment programs
• Evening classes
• Daytime classes
• Summer/Winter camps
• Birthday parties
• Play dates
• Field trips
• Scouting events
• Open creative play
• Home -school solutions
• Social skills groups
• Sale of building sets, blocks and other related items.
Snapology of McHenry anticipates that initially 95% of its revenue will be derived
from services and the remaining 5% will come from sales. Looking longer term, we
expect the revenue from retail sales to increase.
Child safety, and child safety training is of utmost importance to Snapology.
Snapology has a registered ORI number as a private company. All employees of
Snapology will undergo a CHRI fingerprinting process through the FBI and Illinois
State Police. Employees will also undergo Abuse Prevention Awareness Training.
During classes or camps away from our center, we will work with our partners to
ensure our check in and check out procedures meet or exceed the standards of our
partners. During classes and camps within our center, we will have a 3 step
process in place to ensure the children's safety. Step 1: Record the guardian
dropping off the student with ID and signature. Step 2: A card or wristband will
be distributed to both student and guardian. Step 3: The guardian and student will
sign in and out via software to capture names and contact information.
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The Franchisor, Snapology LLC, is owned by Laura Coe and Lisa Coe. The
business is currently operated as a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
Laura Coe holds a BS in Mathematics from Pennsylvania State University. She has
been employed as an Actuary in the healthcare industry for the past 20+ years.
Laura has a broad background in mathematics, statistics and finance and is a
seasoned business owner. Laura has owned several successful small businesses in
the past.
Lisa Coe holds a BS in Pharmacy from the University of Pittsburgh. She has been
employed as Pharmacist and Consultant in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry
for the past 25 years. Lisa has extensive experience in sales, marketing and
strategic business management. Her sales and operational experience is key to the
success of Snapology.
Snapology of McHenry is owned by Vanessa and Joseph Quinn. The business is
currently operated as a C-Corporation.
Vanessa holds a BS in Business Management with an emphasis in Human
Resources from Northeastern Illinois University. She has a background in
recruiting/staffing, technology sales and most recently as the Director of Educational
Outreach programs for a non profit organization. Vanessa has taken pride in being
actively involved in the local community and is passionate about lifelong learning.
Joseph holds an MBA from Northern Illinois University and BS in Business
Management with an emphasis in Finance from Northeastern Illinois University.
Joseph has a background in finance; most recently as a market president over
seeing a large territory. Duties included sales management, but also helping to
create and facilitate leadership and sales courses on behalf of the company. Joseph
has been active in community board roles for many years and believes it is our
responsibility to give back to communities.
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Marketing and Sales Strategy
Snapology's target market is children ages 2-14 and their parents. Our research
indicates a significant interested in classes, camps, birthday parties and open play for
this target market.
We will reach out to the children and parents via school correspondences, direct
mail, magazine advertisements, e-marketing and social networking.
Snapology is has developed a strong brand as well as professionally -developed lesson
plans and marketing materials. Due to the educational nature of our programs,
schools and facilitators are highly receptive to offering Snapology programs.
Word of mouth is Snapology's greatest marketing tool. Snapology also holds a great
online search engine and social media presence.
Financial projections and details available upon request.
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