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City Council Minutes 1996 04-11-96 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE UNITED CITY OF THE VILLAGE OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS HELD AT THE KENDALL COUNTY BOARD ROOM ON Thursday, April 11 , 1996 Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Clerk Allison called the role: ROLL CALL Ward I Calimer Present Spang Present Ward II Baker Present Lynch Present Ward III Jones Present Prochaska Present Ward IV Sowinski Present Stafford Present (Arrived 7:07) A quorum was established. OUORUM INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Mayor Johnson welcomed those present and asked them to please sign in on the sign-in sheet provided. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA The Public Works Committee report will include acceptance of the January and February 1996 Building Permit Report. MEETING DATES The council reviewed the listing of committee meetings. All Committee meetings will be held as listed. The Administration Committee will be scheduling their meeting soon. RIVERFRONT PROJECT -- DONATIONS Mayor Johnson and Alderman Jones accepted donations on behalf of the Riverfront Committee. Donations included the use of the Fox Valley Shopper Signs for advertisement presented by Richard Whitfield. Also presented was publicity for the project from Kathy Farren of The Record. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mayor Johnson asked for any citizen comments. There were no comments. PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Johnson stated that a public hearing is scheduled to consider the proposed issuance by the City of Yorkville of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for F.E. Wheaton & Co. A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman Jones to move into Public Hearing at 7:08 p.m. . Clerk Allison called the role: Lynch - aye Stafford - aye Jones - aye Prochaska - aye Spang - aye Callmer - present Baker - aye Sowinski - aye Motion carried. Attorney Kramer stated that the resolution authorizes the City to issue $4.2 Million in Industrial Revenue Bonds as reviewed at the Committee of a Whole meeting a few weeks ago. There is no liability to the City of Yorkville. This resolution simply authorizes the bonds to be sold on a tax-free status. The amount has increased from the original request due to the plant being constructed larger than originally anticipated. Attorney Kramer again stressed that there is no financial responsibility to the City. City Council Regular Session - Auril 11, 1996 - page 2 Jeff Brown of the F.E. Wheaton Company addressed the council stating that Attorney Kramer covered everything well and that he would like to reiterate that this does not bring any cost to the City. Mr. Brown indicated that the City of Wheaton will receive their funds at the bond closing. Alderman Spang asked if this would limit the City's ability to issue these bonds in the future. Attorney Kramer stated that the City's actual limit is very small due to its size and that is why the State becomes involved in these. However, the issuance of these bonds this year does not limit the city from authorizing bonds in future years. A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman Jones to move out of Public Hearing into regular session. Clerk Allison called the role: Sowinski - aye Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Stafford - aye Prochaska - aye Spang - aye Callmer - aye Motion carried. PLAN COMMISSION / ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PC 96-4 CONOVER Alderman Baker made a motion to approve PC96-4 request for rezoning from 0-office to R-2 Duplex on property located at the southwest corner of John St and Cannonball Trail and to include the turn- around driveway as previously discussed. Mayor Johnson asked for any comments on the motion. Alderman Prochaska stated that due to the receipt of the letter from the Kendall County Sheriff, he has a problem with the request with the county not saying what is in their plans. He indicated that since the City has not seen the county's plans, he feels additional discussions should be held with the County. Mayor Johnson stated that he has begun discussion with Sheriff Randall about what the county does have in store for their complex. Alderman Prochaska stated that he is unclear how to vote on this issue because he does not know how the county property will effect this property. Without knowing that he feels that a vote either way could be wrong. Alderman Prochaska indicated that while he does not wish to hold up the petitioner's request, he feels an additional 30 days would allow the council adequate time to visit with the county concerning their future plans. He feels this should not be voted on until the May 23, 1996 council meeting. Alderman Spang stated that this property is currently bounded to the east by Duplex, to the north with a day care facility and to the west with the county complex. He indicated that there is no room for the county to expand towards this property. Alderman Prochaska stated that Sheriff Randall indicated there could be changes. Alderman Spang stated that at this time, the City has had no request for any changes. Alderman Prochaska stated that they had indicated the animal shelter could be moved and they could expand. Attorney Tom Grant, attorney for the petitioner addressed the council. He indicated that to his knowledge the county has never developed a plan for the property. Attorney Kramer indicated that the county had in fact developed a plan but promptly changed the plan. City Council Regular Session - April 11, 1996 - page 3 Attorney Grant stated that there is not much room between the buildings and the property. He indicated that the council cannot hold up the Conovers because of what the county may or may not do. He stated that the council needs to make a decision based upon what is there now. Attorney Grant stated that Sheriff Randall had concerns regarding safety. However, there are residential locations already in place near the County complex. Attorney Grant again reiterated that the council cannot make decisions based upon what the county may or may not do. The county has a large amount of space to expand to the west if needed. Alderman Stafford stated that he did not understand the need to change this zoning. He stated that this has previously gone through Plan Commission and various committees to obtain the original zoning. He stated that the council supported that zoning and feels that the council should uphold this zoning unless he can see what this will do for the City. Attorney Grant indicated that the Plan Commission and various committees have reviewed this request and have recommended the zoning change to the council for approval. Gary Conover representative for the petitioner stated that the county purchased the property and it was zoned office. When the City needed to get sewer and water to the Fox Hill Subdivision the Conovers granted the easement and zoned the property Office. There are 48 acres of office zoning on the other side of the jail. It was not until a later issue was presented in which the change for this zoning was requested. Attorney Grant stated that the county had never discussed what they felt this property should be zoned as. Attorney Kramer stated that there are no agreements with the City except on sewer etc. The county moved the courthouse to its current location due to the lease with the nursery. Mayor Johnson called for a vote on the matter. Clerk Allison called the role: Stafford - nay Sowinski - nay Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Prochaska - present Spang - aye Callmer - aye Motion carried 5 aye, 2 nay, 1 present. MINUTES APPROVAL A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman Baker to accept the regular City Council minutes dated March 28, 1996 as presented. Motion carried. BILLS APPROVAL A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman Sowinski to approve and pay bills dated April 11, 1996 in the amount of $73 ,940.02 vendor, $46,729. 38 payroll for a total of $120,669.40. A question was raised by Alderman Callmer concerning the Rolling Stone subscription on page 6. Why? Chief Graff responded that they utilize this in the police department for the Drug Awareness Program. Alderman Spang asked about not receiving the March 1996 inspection reports and due to this if the payment should be made to REI. Alderman Stafford asked if there would be an additional fee if this is withheld. Administrator Nanninga indicated there would not. Mayor Johnson asked why the reports were not received. City Council Regular Session - April 11, 1996 - page 4 Administrator Nanninga indicated that Bill Dettmer has been ill. Alderman Baker felt that the check could be approved by withheld until the report is reviewed. The council concurred with this. Clerk Allison called the role: Prochaska - aye Stafford - aye Sowinski - aye Spang - nay Callmer - aye Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Motion carried 7-1 . ATTORNEY'S REPORT Attorney Kramer stated that a motion is in order to approve the F.E. Wheaton Industrial Revenue Bond request. RESOLUTION 96-6 F.E. WHEATON /IND. REV. BONDS A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman Jones to approve the resolution for Industrial Revenue Bonds in the amount of $4.2 million to F.E. Wheaton Company. Clerk Allison called the role: Lynch - aye Stafford - aye Jones - aye Prochaska - aye Spang - aye Callmer - aye Baker - aye Sowinski - aye Motion carried. Attorney Kramer asked Jeff Brown of F.E. Wheaton to update the council regarding the status of this project. Mr. Brown stated that the company is relating all of their employees from the Carol Stream plant and most of the employees from their Wheaton facility. About 80% of their entire business will be handled out of Yorkville. They will employ approximately 120 employees. The manufacturing and distribution facility will be 140,000 sq. ft. with 15,000 sq. ft. for additional office space. They will be utilizing 13 of the 26 acres for this site. Eight acres will be paving and outside storage. They are anticipating a ground breaking to be in the beginning of May with weather permitting. The facility itself will resemble the Amurol plant. Mr. Brown feels that this is a good addition to the City of Yorkville. The facility is looking at being operational by year end. Many of the employees will be relocating. Jim Liggett of Yorkville National is meeting with several employees concerning options in relocating. Mr. Brown stated that he is looking forward to being a neighbor. MAYOR'S REPORT Proclamation Mayor Johnson read a brief statement regarding the INFANT IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS WEEK IN YORKVILLE. This Infant Immunization Awareness Week in the City of Yorkville was proclaimed to be the week of April 21 - 27, 1996. Also, Mayor Johnson stated that he received a memo regarding the death of James Brandt who used to be the City Clerk for the City of Yorkville in the 1960's. The City extends their condolences to the family. Mayor Johnson also wished Alderman Spang a Happy Birthday today. CITY CLERK'S REPORT Clerk Allison stated that three weeks of Executive Session minutes were reviewed by several council members prior to the meeting. A motion is needed to accept the minutes as presented. City Council Regular Session - April 11, 1996 - page 5 A motion was made by Alderman Spang and seconded by Alderman Sowinski to accept the Executive Session Minutes dated March 7, March 21, and March 28, 1996 with a correction of proper spelling of the name of the individual. Clerk Allison called the role: Sowinski - aye Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Stafford - present Prochaska - aye Spang - aye Callmer - aye Motion carried. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT No Report CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT Administrator Nanninga updated the council regarding the Riverfront Project. The fill has gone in and everything appears to be back on schedule. The project appears to be on target for the June 30th date. Economic Development Commission Report The next meeting is Tuesday, May 14, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. in the Kendall County Board Room. Kendall County Governmental League Report No Report School Community Report Alderman Jones informed the council that a meeting is being held tonight regarding a review of the Advanced Plan of the building project. The next regular meeting will be April 22 , 1996 at 7: 30 p.m. in the district offices. Old Business No Report New Business Alderman Jones reminded the council members of the following events: a) A benefit Line Dance is scheduled on April 10, 1996 at the Beecher Center. Proceeds will go towards the Riverfront Project. b) People will be able to receive instructions on how to lay brick on April 20 and April 27 at 8:00 a.m. 3) On April 21 , a National Walk for Parks will be held, sponsored by the Kiwanis. Funds will be used towards the fountain in the park. Pledges will be obtained. Anyone to receive over $30 will receive a t-shirt. The highest person will receive a savings bond. Walk will go from the Bank of Yorkville at Countryside Center to the Park and back. Administrator Nanninga informed the council that the sign for the entrance to the Fox Industrial Park is completed and the location has been staked. Alderman Sowinski stated that Bristol representatives will be contacting the city regarding their incorporation. Alderman Lynch informed the council of the Chamber of Commerce's Quarterly Dinner meeting on Tuesday April 16th. COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE A motion was made by Alderman Stafford and seconded by Alderman Prochaska to accept the February 1996 Water Report as presented. Motion carried. 4 4 w j City Council Regular Session - April 11 . 1996 - page 6 A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman Baker to accept the January and February 1996 Building Permit Reports as presented. Motion carried. Alderman Stafford indicated that the proposed leaf burning ordinance was presented in the newsletter. The council is asking for everyone's input so that the council can utilize this input in making their decision. Mayor Johnson stated that the issue is whether or not the city residents want the City to regulate the leave burning. All citizens are being asked to respond. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE No Report PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE A safety problem was found today regarding the flashing lights for the crossing guard. These are not working. Chief Graff has been asked to have someone on hand to help in the morning. J.T. Johnson stated that there is a concern on the curb recently installed by " the state from a resident. He will be following up on this and the light issue first thing in the morning. ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE No Report ADDITIONAL BUSINESS A motion was made by Alderman Spang and seconded by Alderman Baker to move into Executive Session to discuss employee hiring, firing, compensation, discipline and performance at 7:55 p.m. with the session to include Attorney Kramer, J.T. Johnson and Administrator Nanninga. Clerk Allison called the role: Spang - aye Callmer - aye Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Prochaska - aye Stafford - aye Sowinski - aye Motion carried. *** A 10 minutes recess will be held before entering executive session.*** A motion was made by Alderman Spang and seconded by Alderman Lynch to move out of executive session and into regular council session at 8:43 p.m. Clerk Allison called the role: Baker - aye Lynch - aye Jones - aye Prochaska - aye Stafford - aye Sowinski - aye Spang - aye Callmer - aye Motion carried. THERE WAS NO FORMAL ACTION TAKEN WHILE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. Additional Business Mayor Johnson informed the council members that Anne Lucietto of the Plan Commission has asked him to request that the council members refrain from discussion on the side-lines at the Plan Commission meetings. The Plan Commission members can hear what is going on and it is distracting. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Alderman Callmer and seconded by Alderman Spang to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion carri- . . By: _ Lo�� i — Jac.u:li 'e Allison -City Clerk . - . ' ;� ` s i L( I I - 1 ( 7 Oa li.L.k_ ' (A Ei ELt_c__ _ 1 . • , . , : ,iy/___,„ -,, „ z • , ..--, , ,,,,__ - ,„,,,N)i,,,,,,,,,____,,,,_,::_l_ , e:-)-z.c_ cr..„-) e---c .-z-,:_____------ 0. :47--)4..4 7, 5-- x/16 -cr- 1--ii 7 ,, g ' fl re„A_,#-, • __, tt., ... -aTA.‘„1_,,,,,-,,,) .�l/ „ Ze z r CITY OF YORKVILLE EXECUTIVE PROCLAMATION r by " BOB JOHNSON, MAYOR It has been said that it takes an entire village to raise a healthy child. Proper infant immunization is a community health problem that each of us must face. Proper immunization lays a foundation for life-long health, keeping children safe from deadly diseases and saving health care costs. Right now, preventable childhood diseases still exist, placing our children at risk. Preventable diseases such as measles, whooping cough, rubella and others have been occurring throughout our state in recent years. These cases could have been prevented through immunization. It is time for everyone in our communities to take responsibility by spreading the word about the need for proper immunization before age two. I officially challenge all members of our City to have all children fully immunized by age two. We hope to overcome barriers that make immunizing babies difficult by educating parents about the importance of early immunizations, encouraging health care providers to improve access and consistency of immunization services, and seeking long term policy changes that will ensure full' immunization status for all children by age two. The final week in April ( April 21-27, 1 996) has been declared National Infant Immunization Week to help ensure that children have all their shots by age of two. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bob Johnson, Mayor of the City of Yorkville, do hereby proclaim the week of April 21-27, 1996 as: INFANT IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS WEEK IN YORKVILLE. and encourage businesses, government agencies, community based organizations, and service groups to spread the immunization message throughout their communities. I also encourage public and private health care providers, parents and children's care givers in this City to become partners in the health of children by ensuring early and on time immunization against preventable childhood diseases. DATED: _ // 9 SIGNED BY: ,--- i ----- --.-)0--/-- Bob Johnson, a or