City Council Minutes 1994 08-11-94 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE UNITED
CITY OF THE VILLAGE OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD AT
CITY HALL ON AUGUST 11, 1994
Mayor Kittoe called the meeting to order at 7 : 04 p.m. and led the
Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Clerk Allison called the roll : ROLL CALL
Ward 1 - Baird Present
Callmer Present
Ward 2 - Baker Present
Clark Absent
Ward 3 - Jones Present
Prochaska Present
Ward 4 - Johnson Present
Stafford Absent
A quorum was established. QUORUM
INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS
Mayor Kittoe asked those present to introduce themselves .
Amendments to the Agenda
Mayor Report will be completed first prior to the Public Hearings
PC 94-14 will be deffered at this time.
MAYOR REPORT
Tom Cross presented a check to Mayor Kittoe, City of Yorkville, in
the amount of $500, 000 representing the $500,000 Grant Funds .
Mayor Kittoe thanked all those who helped in obtaining the grant
funds, including Attorney Dan Kramer, Dennis Hastert, Tony Graff,
Tom Cross and James Liggett. Tom Cross stated that many people
deserve a lot of credit on obtaining the grant funds . He stated
that this is a good thing.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman
Johnson to move into Public Hearing. Clerk Allison called the
role:
Johnson - aye Baird - aye
Callmer - aye Baker - aye
Jones - here Prochaska - aye
Motion carried.
Alderman Baker stated that he would now like to discuss PC 94-12,
the Proposed Annexation and zoning from Kendall County Ag to City
R-2 . Property is located approximately 400 feet west of the 1000
block of Game Farm Road on the west side of the road. It is
immediately north of a private drive. The petitioners are George
and Sandra Stewart.
Alderman Callmer stated that this is for approval of a pre-
annexation agreement, is that correct? Also, a question was raised
concerning the water line.
Alderman Baker responded that this is a 1" line which is normally
used for a single family residence. This will be handled the same
as all properties . The City's responsibility ends at the property
line. Alderman Prochaska stated that this approval has no bearing
on the county building permit.
There being no further comments regarding the PC 94-12 request,
Alderman Baker asked that the discussion be moved to ZBA 94-3 .
City Council Minutes -- August 11, 1994 -- page 2
Request is for a variance for the front yard to be reduced from 30
feet to 13 feet and also the rear yard to be reduced from 40 feet
to 24 feet. Property is located on the north side of Washington
Street between Bridge Street and Heustis Street in Hopkins
Addition. Petitioners are David and Tracye Bell .
A question was raised concerning the style of home to be built.
The petitioner responded that it is a 1940 sq. ft. , two-story home.
Alderman Johnson asked if there would be any effect on this when
the City approves an ordinance regarding these "old" lots .
Attorney Kramer indicated there would be none.
There were no further comments or questions concerning this issue.
A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman
Johnson to move out of Public Hearing into Regular council session.
Clerk Allison called the role:
Baker - aye Jones - yes
Prochaska - aye Johnson - aye
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Motion carried.
Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals
PC 94-12 George / Sandra Stewart
A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman Jones
to approve a pre-annexation agreement from Kendall County Ag to
City R-2 for George and Sandra Stewart. Property is located on
Game Farm Road on the west side of the road. Clerk Allison called
the role:
Jones - aye Prochaska - aye
Johnson - nay Baker - aye
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 1994 - 33
ZBA 94-3 David / Tracye Bell
A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman
Prochaska to approve ZBA 94-3, a variance request by David & Tracye
Bell based upon this being a hardship case due to lots being
platted in 1898 . Clerk allison called the role:
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Baker - aye Johnson - aye
Jones - aye Prochaska - aye
Motion carried.
PC 94-13 Richard A. Undesser Sr.
A motion was made by Alderman Baker and seconded by Alderman
Prochaska to approve the county zoning change on Richard Undesser
Sr. from A-1 to B-3 Special Use located immediately west of Kendall
County Forest Preserve Property on the southwest corner of Route 47
and Galena Road and containing five acres .
Dave Palowski of the Bristol Plan Commission addressed the Council .
He discussed the RobRoy Creek and the plans to designate this areas
as a Prairie Path for 40 feet on either side of the creek. He
wanted to be sure to bring this to the Council ' s attention. He
stated that he has contacted Mr. Undesser regarding this situation.
Clerk Allison called the role:
Johnson - aye Callmer - aye
Baird - aye Baker - aye
Prochaska - aye Jones - aye
Motion carried.
City Council Minutes -- August 11, 1994 -- page 3
MINUTES APPROVAL
Alderman Johnson moved to waive the reading of the minutes from the
Regular Council Meeting held July 28, 1994 and approve the minutes
as presented. Seconded by Alderman Callmer. Motion carried.
BILLS APPROVAL
Alderman Prochaska moved to approve and pay bills in the amount of
$82, 170 . 00 for vendor bills and a total of $129,229 . 82 with
payroll . Seconded by Alderman Baird.
Clerk Allison called the role:
Callmer - present Baird - aye
Baker - aye Johnson - aye
Prochaska - aye Jones - aye
The motion carried 5 ayes and 1 present.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Rich Lucas addressed the council concerning the property owner
located west of his property in the industrial park. This property
is owned by a Mr. Tom Tanner. The discussion concerns Mr. Tanner' s
storm sewer project. Mr. Lucas indicated that when it rains water
flows through his parking lot from the Tanner property. Mr. Lucas
has had to replace gravel due to the water flow. City
Administrator Jim Nanninga indicated that he has been in contact
with Mr. Tanner concerning this issue. Mr. Tanner is to begin this
project within two weeks and should be completing this project by
September 6 , 1994 .
Alderman Prochaska stated that this will be discussed at the Public
Works meeting prior to the deadline given to Mr. Tanner.
Mr. Lucas asked what would be done if Mr. Tanner did not complete
the City' s requests . Attorney Kramer responded that an injunction
would be placed on file to close down the building if all
requirements were not met. This building does not have an
occupancy permit.
J.T. Johnson stated that Mr. Tanner had informed the City that he
would be willing to pay for the gravel that Mr. Lucas has had to
replace due to this problem. A copy of the minutes will be
forwarded to Mr. Lucas per his request.
ATTORNEYS REPORT
Attorney Kramer stated that the backyard variance ordinance will be
completed and submitted for approval to the council . The
resolution on IRS Code 457 , Deferred Compensation Plan for
Employees has been recommended by the Administration Committee for
approval .
RESOLUTION 1994 - 16
IRS CODE 457, DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
A motion was made by Alderman Baird and seconded by Alderman
Johnson to authorize the Resolution Authorizing Internal Revenue
Code 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of the United
City of the Village of Yorkville. Clerk Allison called the role:
Johnson - aye Baird - aye
Callmer - aye Baker - aye
Jones - aye Prochaska - aye
Motion carried.
City Council Minutes -- August 11, 1994 -- page 4
CITY CLERK' S REPORT -- no report
CITY TREASURER REPORT -- no report
ADMINISTRATOR' S REPORT
A motion was made by Alderman Baird and seconded by Alderman Jones
to authorize the City Administrator to advertise, interview and
hire a Level 1 Secretary in the Administration Department at a
salary not to exceed $20,000 per year, plus normal fringe benefits,
following all legal hiring procedures . Alderman Baird stated that
this should be offered to all internal employees first.
Clerk Allison called the role:
Baker - aye Jones - aye
Prochaska - aye Johnson - aye
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Motion carried.
Administrator Nanninga stated that the Plan Council has recommended
a new Subdivision Control ordinance to be reviewed at the next
Public Works Committee meeting.
KENDALL COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
A special Kendall County Economic Development Committee meeting has
been called for August 24, 1994 at 7 : 00 p.m. at the City Hall . All
realtors and local banks have been asked to attend.
KENDALL COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL LEAGUE REPORT
The next meeting will be held on September 6, 1994 at 7 : 00 p.m. in
the County Building.
SCHOOL COMMUNITY REPORT
The next School Board meeting will be held on Monday, August 22,
1994 at 7 : 30 p.m.
The YESS group will be attending the September 8, 1994 City Council
Meeting. Due to the anticipated group, the City council meeting
will be held at the Beecher Center, (Austin Room) on September 8,
1994 at 7 : 00 p.m.
OLD BUSINESS -- None
NEW BUSINESS -- None
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PUBLIC WORKS
A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska and seconded by Alderman
Baker to authorize the City Administrator and the Public Works
Supervisor to advertise for bids on the Fox Street Water Project
and to file for applicable EPA permits . Clerk Allison called the
role:
Jones - aye Prochaska - aye
Johnson - aye Baker - aye
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Motion carried.
City Council Minutes -- August 11, 1994 -- page 5
The next Public works Committee meeting will be held on August 15,
1994 at 6 : 00 p.m at City Hall .
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Plan Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 17,
1994 at 7 : 00 p.m. at the County Building.
A meeting is scheduled for 7 : 00 p.m. to review the Comprehensive
Plan at the Beecher Center August 16, 1994 .
A clean-up is planned for the alley on August 21, 1994 in
anticipation of the Yorkville Hometown Days . Any help will be
appreciated.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
The next committee meeting will be held on August 15, 1994 at 5 : 30
p.m. at the Police Department. The proposed gang ordinance will be
reviewed and discussed.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The next Administration Committee meeting will be at 7 : 00 p.m. at
City Hall on August 16, 1994 .
ADHOC / RECYCLING COMMITTEE - no report
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Alderman Prochaska stated that a clean-up is scheduled for
Saturday, August 20, 1994 at 8 : 00 a.m. for the Bicentennial Park
near the dam.
A motion was made by Alderman Baird and seconded by Alderman
Prochaska to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the EPA
Permits required on the Blackberry Creek North and Country Hills
Subdivisions . Clerk Allison called the role:
Baird - aye Callmer - aye
Baker - aye Johnson - aye
Jones - abstain Prochaska - aye
Motion carried.
Alderman Callmer sated that he and the citizens of Ward I would
like to express their thanks to the City employees for cutting
weeds . Also thanks to the City workers from Ward IV.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Alderman Baird to adjourn the meeting at 7 :51
p.m. Seconded by Alderman Baker. Motion carries.
By: � _c �.�, ��r� ) ULU
Ja ueline S. Allison
C'ty Clerk
. ,
. .
S--- u - (i
VLQ 4 ' 4 A
6111/4 86Z 6
i
, , --- 00,4
670(-(iL (J Q,
/•,i
A)
- ,
L
----<---(1.- -----. 1-- - :.._CA...).0