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City Council Minutes 2006 10-10-06 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 800 GAME FARM ROAD ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2006. Mayor Prochaska called the meeting to order at 7:04 P.M and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Clerk Milschewski called the roll. Ward I James Present Leslie Present (arrived at 7:30 p.m.) Ward lI Burd Present Wolfer Present Ward III Bock Present Munns Present Ward IV Besco Present Spears Present Also present: City Clerk Milschewski, City Treasurer Powell, City Attorney Wyeth, Interim City Administrator Crois, Assistant City Administrator Olson, Finance Director Mika, Director of Public Works Dhuse, Police Chief Martin and Attorney Derke Price. QUORUM A quorum was established. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Mayor Prochaska asked the staff and guests to introduce themselves. He welcomed the guests and asked them to enter their names on the attendance sheet provided. Remembering George "Sonny" Podschweit Mayor Prochaska asked those present to take a moment to remember George "Sonny" Podschweit, a valuable member of the City's staff, who passed away unexpectedly on October 9, 2006 while on duty. He explained that Mr. Podschweit was a water meter reader for the City and the crossing guard for children at Yorkville Grade School. Mayor Prochaska extended his deepest sympathies to his family and stated that Mr. Podschweit was well liked and respected in the community. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA Mayor Prochaska asked that Item #8 — Resolution Establishing a Job Description for the Position of Community Relations Officer be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under the Administration Committee Report. He also noted that the ordinance for the vacation of Sleepy Hollow Road should be removed from under the Mayor's Report and placed under the City Council Report as the City Council requested to reconsider this ordinance. COMMITTEE MEETING DATES Public Works Committee Committee of the Whole 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 17, 2006 City of Yorkville Conference Room Economic Development Committee Committee of the Whole 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 17, 2006 City of Yorkville Conference Room Administration Committee Committee of the Whole 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 7, 2006 City of Yorkville Conference Room Public Safety Committee Committee of the Whole 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 7, 2006 City of Yorkville Conference Room Ad Hoc Technology Committee To Be Announced I i The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Citv Council — October 10, 2006 — naze 2 PRESENTATIONS Certificates of Commendation Officer Ryan Goldsmith & Officer Timothy Kolowski Mayor Prochaska and Chief Martin presented Officers Ryan Goldsmith and Timothy Kolowski with Certificates from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standard Board certifying that they fulfilled all the requirements according to state statute and they qualify as law officers. Certificate of Achievement - Officer Jeffrey Johnson & K -9 O'Neil Mayor Prochaska and Chief Martin presented a Certificate of Achievement to Officer Jeffrey Johnson and K -9 Officer O'Neil for the completion of the 400 hour course offered by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Forearms Bomb Dog Training at the ATF facility in Fort Royal, Virginia. Mayor Prochaska noted that the Yorkville Police Department is keeping their officer's trained and involved in new technology. Swearing -in - K -9 Officer O'Neil Mayor Prochaska swore in K -9 Officer O'Neil as a Yorkville Patrol Officer. Xavier Harrison from the Vest -a -Dog program presented Officer O'Neil with a bullet -proof vest and explained how the program raises funds so that K -9 officers can be provided with life saving vests. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. CITIZEN COMMENTS Randy Mezger, vice- president of Sundial Homes, addressed the City Council. He commented that it has been stated over and over that the recent annexations to the United City of Yorkville had nothing to do with a landfill however the annexation agreement with North Star Properties states that the owner contemplates the establishment of a landfill on the subject property. He stated that he did not understand how the Council can say the annexation agreement is not about a landfill. He explained that Sundial Homes has $2 million invested in property near the landfill. He asked the City Council to vote against the vacation of Sleepy Hollow Road. Alderman Bock noted that the agreement addresses the possibility of a landfill happening however it doesn't say it is definitely going to occur. He explained that if and when a landfill is sited, there will be ample time for anyone interested to express their concerns. He further noted that no one on the City Council has decided one way or another regarding a landfill. Bradley Mathre of Newark addressed the City Council. He indicated that he was the Highway Commissioner for Fox Township Road District and that Sleepy Hollow Road is in Fox Township. He stated that the township was approached by the landowner, Mr. Hammon, to vacate the road about two years ago. The matter was brought before the township board which discussed the following: • Sleepy Hollow is a 1 %4 mile right -of -way (ROW) in one of the fastest growing counties in the country and once they gave up the ROW they would not get it back. • The road connects Route 71 to Walker Road and they felt it was an artery worth considering. • The maintenance of the road (snow plowing, applying gravel, grading, mowing, etc.) has never been excessive in cost or time. • The road is about 1 I /4 mile west of High Point Road and approximately 1 ' / 4 east of Hollenback Road. • The Newark Fire Protection District recommended that the road stay open for use in the necessity of a detour. • Fox Township residents also asked that the road remain open. • There is a new map from the Kendall County Plan Commission indicating that when the Prairie Parkway is constructed it will go over the railroad tracks. The Plan Commission decided that they would like to see a road go straight west from the intersection of Fox Road and High Point Road, under the Prairie Parkway. This road would curve to the south and meet at Route 71 at Sleepy Hollow Mr. Mathre stated that if the vacation of the road is due to maintenance, Fox Township would be open to entering into an Intergovernmental Agreement for the grading of the road. He also expressed his concern that if the road is vacated, there is still 3/8's of a mile on the south end where it meets Walker Road that will still be a public road. Alderman Spears stated that the City Council was informed that Sleepy Hollow Road had been closed for a period of time due to flooding. She asked if Mr. Mathre could give some background on this. Mr. Mathre responded that he could not; he became road commissioner in 1997 and culvert was affected by the flood in 1996. Alderman Spears asked for an approximate monthly cost for an Intergovernmental Agreement. Mr. Mathre explained that they have one with Millbrook which covers 2 ' / 2 miles of road with signage and a railroad crossing and their i The Minutes of the Re ular Meeting of the Ci Council — October 10.2006 — a e 3 E E tV A E � agreement calls for a payment of $600.00 /month. He felt that the maintenance of Sleepy Hollow, which is a simple gravel road, would be much less. Alderman Wolfer asked if Lisbon Road ended at High Point Road and ran parallel to Sleepy Hollow Road and Mr. Mathre stated that it did. Todd Milliron, 51 Cotswold Drive, addressed the City Council. He pleaded with the Council not to vacate Sleepy Hollow Road. He stated that the road namin down the middle of the property is the reason the site has not been developed. He noted that the township did not vote to vacate it and the vacation of the road would be done to appease the owner and open the site up for a landfill. He stated that he attended the Kendall County Board meeting where they debated the points to negotiate on the Kendall County Host Agreement. He stated that the debate is ongoing and has surpassed ten to twelve hours of public debate to date. He stated that the City Council was encouraging the landowner, Mr. Hammon, by giving him the vacation of Sleepy Hollow Road at no cost. He noted page 6, item 15 of the North Star Annexation Agreement which indicates "City Assistance ". He asked why the City Council was helping Mr. Hammon with a dump no one in the City or County wants. He indicated that he has paid taxes to Fox Township for ten years for the upkeep of Sleepy Hollow road and it is his road and a public right -of -way. He stated that the City Council was going to take away the road and give it to Mr. Hammon so he can reap financial benefit at the expense of the surrounding residents. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Monthly Treasurer's Report for August 2006 (ADM 2006 -64) 2. Sprint Corporation Cellular Phone Contract - authorize Finance Director to execute (ADM 2006 -56) 3. Strategic Planning Contract with Sikich, LLP — approve in an amount not to exceed $6,900. 00 and authorize Mayor to execute 4. Ordinance 2006 -119 — Authorizing the Issuance of Waterworks and Sewerage Revenue Refunding Bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $6,000,000.00 or in lieu thereof, General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source), in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $6,000,000.00 - authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (ADM 2006 -67) 5. Resolution 2006 -90 — Authorizing the Establishment of a Checking Account at Old Second National Banking to administer a Housing and Urban Development Economic Development Initiative Grant - authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (ADM 2006 -68) 6. Resolution 2006 -91— Declaring Official Intent to Issue Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for Kendall Marketplace - authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (ADM 2006 -69) 7. Schoppe Design Associates Scope of Service for Updated School Site Study — approve in an amount not to exceed $18,750. 00, subject to School District confirmation of commitment to fund half the cost (ADM 2006 -70) 8. PDQ Link, Inc. Water Tower Lease Agreement - authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (COW 2006 -09) Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Wolfer. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -7 Nays -0 Burd -aye, Munns -aye, James -aye, Wolfer -aye, Besco -aye, Bock -aye, Spears -aye PLANNING COMMISSION /ZONING BOARD OF APPEAL No report. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL A motion was made by Alderman James to approve the minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting of August 15, 2006; seconded by Alderman Wolfer. Motion approved by a viva voce vote. BILLS FOR APPROVAL A motion was made by Alderman James to approve the paying of the bills listed on the Detailed Board Report dated September 26, 2006 totaling the following amounts: checks in the amount of $649,772.31 (vendors); $204,290.52 (payroll period ending 9/16/06); for a total of $854,062.83 (revised 9/30/06); seconded by Alderman Besco. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -6 Nays -0 Present -1 Munns -aye, James -aye, Wolfer -aye, Besco -aye, Bock -aye, Spears- present, Burd -aye i I The Minutes of the Regular Meetine of the Citv Council — October 10, 2006 — na2e 4 REPORTS MAYOR'S REPORT Proclamation for Character Counts! Week Mayor Prochaska read a proclamation for Hunting and Fishing Days (see attached). He entertained a motion to ratify the proclamation. So moved by Alderman Wolfer; seconded by Alderman Burd. Motion approved by a viva voce vote. j Alderman Spears noted that based on recent events in schools across the nation, she felt this was a good program which can help make schools a safe environment. Vacating a Portion of Sleepy Hollow Road Mayor Prochaska reported the attorney for the petitioner and landowner has asked to speak to the Y P Y P p City Council before the matter is considered. Alderman Munns noted that two aldermen needed to recommend this and he and Alderman Wolfer did so. Attorney Vince Rosanova addressed the City Council and asked on behalf of the petitioner that the City Council vacate a portion of Sleepy Hollow Road. He noted that regardless of the outcome of the vote, the petitioner will submit a formal application to site a landfill on the property. He stated that this matter was discussed at the September 26, 2006 City Council meeting and it was asked that the matter be reconsidered at tonight's meeting. Mr. Rosanova stated that subsequent to the September meeting, the petitioner retained KLOA Traffic Engineers who conducted a traffic study on October 5, 2006 on the portion of road to be vacated. The study was distributed to the City Council (see attached) and Attorney Rosanova noted a misstatement in the first paragraph which states that the petitioner is seeking to vacate Sleepy Hollow Road between Route 71 and Walker Road. The petition actually seeks to vacate a portion of the road south of Route 71 which is adjacent to the petitioner's property on both sides. The vacation will not extend to Walker Road. The traffic study was conducted from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. and then again from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and during these periods, only a total of eight trips were generated. He felt it was a realistic statement to make that this portion of Sleepy Hollow Road carries an extremely low volume of traffic and the vacation would have a minimal impact on traffic in the local area. Mr. Rosanova noted that Hollenback and Lisbon Roads are the collector roads designed to handle the north -south traffic in the area and that High Point Road is going to be realigned in the future to provide a more direct north -south connection between Route 71 and Fox Road. He pointed out that Sleepy Hollow Road is a gravel road and would be an unnecessary expense to the City if it is not vacated as well as a safety issue because of the diminished visibility at the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Route 71. Mr. Rosanova noted that at the October 26 meeting, Mr. Thurow addressed the City Council regarding the vacation. Mr. Thurow stated that he was unsure as to exactly what was going on with Sleepy Hollow Road. Mr. Rosanova assured the City Council that all state statures pertaining to public notice and publications were complied with. He also explained that the petitioner and his representative met with Mr. Thurow and explained the vacation to him and its lack of affect on adjacent properties to the south. Mr. Rosanova reminded the City Council that on October 26, 2006 the City Council approved an Annexation Agreement governing the development of this property and pursuant to Section 15 of the agreement, the City agreed to adopt an ordinance vacating a portion of Sleepy Hollow Road. He stated that this was a negotiation entered into in good faith by both parties and by the approval of the ordinance the City is bound to vacate the road. He respectfully requested that the City Council approve the vacation of Sleepy Hollow Road. EXECUTIVE SESSION City Attorney Wyeth reported to the City Council that he received a communication at approximately 4:00 p.m. regarding this matter that gives rise to a threat of litigation that he felt should be discussed in an Executive Session. Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing Litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or immin ent. So moved by Alderman Wolfer, seconded by Alderman James. Alderman Munns commented that he was not going to be pushed or prodded into a decision because of a threat of possible legal actions. He stated that the City Council was trying to vote on The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Citv Council — October 10. 2006 — Dage 5 things in good faith. He stated that he will listen to what is said about the litigation but he will not let it affect his vote. Alderman Spears commented that she had a problem with the City Attorney finding out about this at 4:00 p.m. and suddenly now an Executive Session is needed. She stated that on many occasions, the City Council has been contacted before meetings and been informed about things such as this. She stated she had a problem with the whole situation and felt the matter could have been postponed. Alderman Wolfer stated that he agreed with Alderman Munns. He explained that he has driven out on the road and has come to a decision based on what he has read and seen. Alderman Burd suggested moving ahead with the vote because the City Council should not let pending litigation sway the vote on this matter. She stated that she was contacted personally by an attorney who explained the possibility of litigation if she did not vote the way they thought she should vote. She stated that pending litigation will not have any affect on her vote. She stated that she would prefer not to go into closed rooms because people feel the City Council is "wheeling and dealing" in back rooms. Alderman Leslie noted that he voted against the four annexations and that now he was being put into the position to vote on something that could lead to litigation. He stated he did not like being threatened or being put into a position where his vote is a potential threat against the City but he would like to go into closed session. Alderman James commented that he thought it was important for the City Council to have all the facts before they vote. He stated he would like to go into closed session. Aldermen Wolfer and Munns agreed with Aldermen James and Leslie. Alderman Spears stated that with the City Council past votes and special meetings it is questionable if what the City Council did was legal. She stated that even though the City Council was directed that everything has been legal, she is researching this further. She commented that this will probably not be the only litigation brought a the City Council. Mayor Prochaska noted that he did not include the attorneys be included in the Executive Session. He asked that the motion of the floor be rescinded and restated. Alderman James withdrew his second and Alderman Wolfer withdrew the motion. Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing of Litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent. He asked that Attorneys Wyeth and Price be included in the session. So moved by Alderman Wolfer; seconded by Alderman James. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -6 Nays -2 Besco -aye, Leslie -aye, Wolfer -aye, James -aye, Munns -aye, Burd -nay, Spears -nay, Bock -aye The City Council entered into Executive Session at 7:49 p.m. The City Council returned to Regular Session at 8:24 p.m. Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to approve an ordinance vacating a portion of Sleepy Hollow Road located south of Route 71 in furtherance of an Annexation Agreement with the owner, as presented, subject to legal review. So moved by Alderman Besco; seconded by Alderman James. Alderman Spears thanked Mr. Mathre for the information that he provided. She stated that it was her personal opinion, based on the information presented by Mr. Mathre and the fact that the vacation of the road has been denied, that the road should not be vacated and left as is. Alderman Leslie wanted to explain to those present that the vacation of the road needs to be approved by a 3 /4 vote of the City Council and that the Council has been advised that the City will be sued if this vacation is not approved. Alderman Burd stated that a lot of things have come forward with public input that the City Council was not aware of previously and that the Council was trying to make decisions in a vacuum. She stated that she has spoken with county and township residents who explained that i The Minutes of the Regular Meetine of the Citv Council — October 10, 2006 — na ee66 the vacation of this road had been discussed many times and was never granted and that the City Council was not privy to this information. She stated that the Council needed to consider the City's neighbors and respect their wants; they need to do what was best for the whole area, not just Yorkville. Motion defeated by a roll call vote. Ayes -5 Nays -3 Spears -nay, Bock -aye, Besco -aye, Leslie -aye, Wolfer -aye, James -aye, Munn -nay, Burd -nay CITY COUNCIL REPORT No report. ATTORNEY'S REPORT No report. CITY CLERK'S REPORT No report. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT No report. CITY ADMINISTATOR'S REPORT No report. FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director Mika had no report however she gave a report for Director of Park & Recreation Mogle who was not in attendance. She reported that Director Mogle has to get the order for three Ford F150 pick -up trucks in by October 12, 2006 in order to participate in the state purchase program. She indicated that the funds for the trucks are in the budget. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS REPORT Director Dhuse reported on the following events: • White goods will be picked up the week of October 16th. Items for the pick up should be out on the curb Monday morning. • Hydrant flushing would be begin the week of October 16` and take two weeks to complete. • The last brush pick up will be the last full week of October. CHIEF OF POLICE'S REPORT No report. DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION'S REPORT No report. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S REPORT No report. COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER'S REPORT No report. COMMUNITY & LIAISON REPORT No report. COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT No report. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT No report. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT No report. I I The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Citv Council — October 10, 2006 — one 7 ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT Approving a Hiring Process for Certain Employees (Non - Department Head) (ADM 2006 -72) Alderman Mums requested that this item be tabled to a future meeting as he has additional information coming in that could affect the outcome of the vote. A motion was made by Alderman Leslie to postpone this item to a future date; seconded by Alderman Spears. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -5 Nays -3 Bock -nay, Besco -aye, Leslie -aye, Wolfer -nay, James -nay, Munns -aye, Burd -aye, Spears -aye Establishing a Job Description for the Position of Community Relations Officer A motion was made by to approve a resolution establishing a Job Description for the Position of Community Relations Officer as presented and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Mums. Mayor Prochaska asked that this item be postponed to a future date as staff is researching the language of the job description. He stated that it is uncertain if this is a replacement of an existing position or if it is creating an entirely new position. This could also affect the new hiring code for department heads. Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to postpone this item. So moved by Alderman Bock; seconded by Alderman Burd. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -7 Nays -1 Leslie -aye, Wolfer -aye, James -aye, Mums -aye, Burd -aye, Spears -aye, Bock -aye, Besco -nay ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Parking Ban Alderman Munns asked what the next step was in the process of the parking ban as the results have been published in the newspaper. Mayor Prochaska stated that staff is working on scheduling a community meeting on October 26, 2006. They are in the process of getting a location for the meeting. Alderman Spears stated that she would appreciate receiving information before it is printed in the newspapers because she received calls and emails regarding the results. Mayor Prochaska explained that the Community Relation's Manager Spies had a discussion with a member of the press and was unaware that the information was going to be printed. She gave the City Council a memo regarding this. Alderman Spears stated that the memo was dated October 5, 2006 however when she picked up her mail last Friday, October 6` it was not in her mailbox; it was in her mailbox today. Mayor Prochaska stated that Manger Spies had told him she gave the City Council the memo on October 6, 2006. Administrator Crois confirmed that Ms. Spies was directed to have the memo in the City Council mailboxes by Friday afternoon. Newark Boundary Alderman Burd stated that she was unaware of the City Council authorizing any type of discussion with Newark over boundaries. She stated that she read about boundary discussions in the newspaper and in the past the City Council gave direction for how discussions were to be handled. Mayor Prochaska stated that not all discussion have happened at the City Council's direction. Initial discussions have happened between mayors and if anything needs to be discussed or approved by the Council it was then brought to them. He explained that the initial discussion took place about six months ago and was between the mayor of Newark and himself. _. A few months ago, a trustee from Newark contacted him and asked for a meeting. At this time he was made aware that the trustees of Newark were uninformed about any discussion. At that time, he showed every alderman the concept he proposed. He stated that any formal discussions could either be held between the mayors or between the two councils. Alderman Burd recommended that the two councils discuss any future agreements. Alderman Spears recommended that the City Council meet with all surrounding communities to discuss boundary agreements. Mayor Prochaska noted that Joliet has been approached but has not responded; talks with Newark are in the very preliminary stages; there are agreements with Sugar Grove and Plano and Yorkville is almost contiguous with Montgomery. The Minutes of the Regular Meetine of the Citv Council — October 10, 2006 — naee 8 Petitions j Alderman Burd stated that she was made aware that citizens are circulating petitions that they will bring to the City Council. She asked how this will be handled. Mayor Prochaska explained that once the petitions are received they will be turned over to the City Attorney for his opinion as to the course of action the City Council will be obligated to take. Clerk Milschewski stated that in the past, any petitions received have been copied to the City Council. Charitable Collections at Intersections Alderman Munns questioned the people collecting for various charities at the intersection of Routes 47 and 34. He asked if this could be addressed at the next Public Safety Committee meeting. Mayor Prochaska stated that this has already been discussed and will be on a future agenda. Chief Martin stated that he has directed the police officers to ask anyone at the intersection to discontinue collections until an ordinance is passed. Edwards Health Systems Mayor Prochaska reported that Edwards Health Systems has issued a press release indicating that they have identified a parcel of land on the south side of Yorkville that they will be developing as a medical facility. The location of the property is at Routes 71 and 126. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Prochaska noted that there is no further information on the first item listed under Executive Session on the agenda so it is not necessary. i Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing: • Collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, or deliberation concerning salary schedules for one or more class of employees • For the discussion of minutes of meetings lawfully closed under this Act, whether for purposes of approval by the body for the minutes or semi -annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06 He asked that City Clerk Milschewski, City Attorney Wyeth, Police Chief Martin and City Administrator Crois be included in the session. He indicated that no action would be taken after the session. So moved by Alderman James; seconded by Alderman Bock. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -7 Nays -0 Present -1 Wolfer - present, Leslie -aye, Besco -aye, Bock -aye, Spears -aye, Burd -aye, Munns -aye, James -aye The City Council entered into Executive Session at 8:46 p.m. i The City Council returned to Regular Session at 9:47 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Prochaska entertained a motion to adjourn. So moved by Alderman Bock; seconded by Alderman Wolfer. Motion approved by a viva voce vote. Meeting adjourned at 9:47 P.M. Minutes submitted by: � II Jacquelyn Milschewski �l yn , � City Clerk City of Yorkville, Illinois I i CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 10, 2006 PLEASE PRINT NAME: ADDRESS: J u �vt71Yaeft - V Ile r G Olt..,. n � po 6 I Ca --rs W 51�ee /� �d L) fin/ y eV 30 .�cornJ Zn/ SIGNIN / i I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 10, 2006 PLEASE PRINT NAME: ADDRESS: 1 P J 3'9 ':Z:° 4u�S_PLI I Q, w a I� V5 7 R a SIGNIN I i ` � 41 4. �, /•� its <� < i�� .v< sad � L A'lL •rte �f.Pa� P� Oi.�a� �� A�.. Pe ►����.�avaP�mdVrvaP�P ���_�rrara► aYiPO�ai.< sPiY4���r�aP�f� \ra Rt��e� f / , ®rur� O ass.re O aassa O ay.vsa O �s.s.s 4W l .. . ... .r ss rr a �ssss � a s.¢s r s.rr O ssss a ♦ O V O 1�iiiu 8 1 0 0' iiid Sk r 1 f i 4 a �`llll /'fi t�`1`kll�' o�t`Illl /'�i ° `�.`1 t 1 I r� r r \ 1 I r`' ` •� 11 i �re� 6e 4:1. <.. ° °rte National Character Counts Week , / • ,' WHEREAS, the well -being of the Nation requires that the young people of the United States become &-be�.6 <�E <I °• e4 •n. u l ,involved, caring citizenry with good character; l ► 6.� WHEREAS, the character education of children has become more urgent as violence b and against ��— t ° F�►�� �6F 9 Y 9 br Flr�, I� @b E¢7 j youth increasingly threatens the physical and psychological well -being of the people of the United Q [rd States; WHEREAS more than ever, children need strong and constructive guidance from their families and their communities, including chools, youth organizations, religious institutions, and civic groups; ICI ._•.' 9 Y 9 9 9 P I L .WHEREAS, the character of a nation is only as strong as the character of its individual citizens; , ��4 ° F ° ► 1 �� I WHEREAS the pubic good is advanced when young people are taught the importance of good , g p 66, < •, i character and the positive effects that good character can have in personal relationships, in ;. 11 ►`� "_ ��'' school and in the workplace WHEREAS, scholars and educators agree that people do not automatically develop good character and that, therefore, conscientious efforts must be made by institutions and individuals that influence ; ,.,O� youth to help young people develop the essential traits and characteristics that comprise good ` 06 i character; WHEREAS, although character development is, first and foremost, an obligation of families, the efforts <`�.ORe,IV;, ' of faith communities, schools, and youth, civic, and human service organizations also play ap ° 4�� ► important role in fostering and promoting good character; k�b``¢ ! ��� A -!r1 � j i p0 ' WHEREAS, effective character education is based on core ethical values which form the =:0,1k I � �' ,, f ,• � _, ; of democratic society; 111N'4% WHEREAS, exam les of character are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility fairness, caring citizenship and honest ..�. /; �: ��¢4b°s•; i WHEREAS ,elements of character transcend cultural, religious, and socioeconomic differences; , ;�♦BF11 -��; WHEREAS, the character and conduct of our youth reflect the character and conduct of society and ,..;i �t►,►a �j ; therefore every adult has the responsibility to teach and model ethical values and every social s institution has the responsibility to promote the development of good character; °°r ° F ►g ' WHEREAS, the establishment of National Character Counts Week, during which individuals, families, b 61 p:e Z1,, •,0i aP { schools, youth organizations, religious institutions, civic groups, and other organizations would focus on character education, would be of great benefit to the Nation; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Arthur F. Prochaska, Jr., Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, do hereby F. �� ►¢r`,�; ! proclaim October 15 through October 21, 2006, as Character Counts Week in the United City of ° ;�►r 1`1 ¢ X Yorkville. I call upon public officials, educators, librarians, parents, students, and all Americans to j 1 �� <�:•. <, i embrace the elements of character identified by local schools and communities, such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship and to observe this week with 1 appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs. °e ° F11i I ► «.r. •, ; IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 10th day of October, 2006. r -.11• 11 F ► a ►�f�'� � id.s j��!' Art hur F. Prochaski/Jr., Mayor :rQ - gJras � F ��r`. 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I ti MEMORANDUM TO: Charles Murphy FROM: Michael A. Werthmann, PE DATE: October 9, 2006 SUBJECT: Sleepy Hollow Road Vacation As part of the proposed Fox Moraine Landfill, Sleepy Hollow Road is proposed to be vacated between IL 71 and Walker Road. Sleepy Hollow Road is currently a two -lane gravel road that extends from only IL 71 to Walker Road. In order to determine the traffic volume on Sleepy Hollow Road, Kenig, Lindgren, O'Hara, Aboona, Inc (KLOA, Inc.) conducted traffic counts at the j intersection of IL 71 with Sleepy Hollow Road. The traffic counts were conducted on Thursday, October 5 during the weekday morning (6:00 to 9 A.M.) and evening (3:00 to 6:00 P.M.) peak € periods. Table 1 summarizes the two -way traffic volume on Sleepy Hollow Road. Table 1 SLEEPY HOLLOW ROAD TWO -WAY TRAFFIC VOLUME (OCTOBER 5, 2006) Time Northbound Southbound Total 6:00 to 7:00 A.M 0 0 0 4 I 7:00 to 8:00 A.M. 0 0 0 i 8:00 to 9:00 A.M. 0 2 2 3:00 to 4:00 P.M. 0 0 0 4:00 to 5:0 P.M. 1 3 4 l 5:00 to 6:00 P.M. 0 2 2 Total 1 7 8 j From Table 1 it can be seen that Sleepy Hollow Road carries a very minimal volume of traffic. This is due to the fact that it generally is a local road that serves the property that abuts the road. In addition, two parallel north -south roads are located only 1.0 miles west (Hollenback Road) and 15 miles east (Lisbon Road) of Sleepy Hollow Road. In contrast to Sleepy Hollow Road, both of these roads serve as the area collector (regional) roads as they extend well south of Walker Road. The importance of Lisbon Road as a major north -south road is the fact that the portion of High Point Road between IL 71 and Lisbon Road is proposed to be realigned so as to provide a more direct north -south connection between IL 71 and Fox Road. Ultimately, the Lisbon Road/High Point Road corridor will provide the southern connection to the proposed Eldamain Road bridge over the Fox River KLOA,Inc. han m on"uhint,