Park Board Minutes 2002 11-25-02 Yorkville Parks&Recreation DRAFT
Park Board Developers Meeting
Minutes
November 25,2002
Call to Order-
Rollins called the meeting to order at 7:00 p,m.
Roll Call- gay �a
Chris Rollins, Lisa Scherer, Bill Wedge, Ken Koch,Alderman Paul James
Staff: Sue Swithin, Laura Brown
Absent: Dave Cathey
Guests: Mike Schoppe,Angelo Kleronomos, Dean Kleronomos—Rose Hill, Richard Young- Kimball Homes
Rollins suggested adjusting the agenda to allow the developers from Rose Hill 1 '/2 mile review to proceed.
Angelo and Dean Kleronomos were present for the proposed Rose Hill subdivision. Angelo Kleronomos gave an
overview of the proposed subdivision. 30,000 minimum square foot lots with 57 units planned. The open space will
be maintained by the home owners association with an agreement with the Forest Preserve District for management
and overseeing of the natural areas. The open space will be natural with prairie grass plantings. This development
will have 8'trail system running throughout the development with connection to Fields of Farm subdivision. Also
included on the property will be a 2,000 foot club house and pool. This development will be upscale housing,
Schoppe inquired about the County's park requirements. Kleronomos responded the development met the standards
and surpassed the requirement with the open space,trail system and pool/club house combo, The Forest Preserve
District will have easement for the maintaining of the conservation area.
Rollins commented the developer has presented a well developed plan, but would like to see more active recreation
areas with County subdivision, He stated that without the County building active recreation amenities puts a strain on
Yorkville's parks system. Laura Brown suggested a dialog with the Forest Preserve District on their focus for active
recreation. Maybe some compromise could be reached. Brown with follow up with the Forest Preserve.
Rollins thanked the developer for coming and presenting the Rose Hill plans.
The Fisher Property was represented by Richard Young of Kimball Homes. The 108 acre development is proposed
at Cannonball and Faxon Roads. The Developer presented the concept plan which includes a 17 acre park. Young
further stated he was looking for the Park Board input concerning the area marked conservation along the Rob Roy
Creek. Schoppe indicated the land/cash requirement for park land was 24-25 acres or a combination of land/cash.
Rollins discussed the Board's focus on the regional trail location along Rob Roy Creek and also the issue of credit
along flood areas. Schoppe asked for clarification from the developer as to the location of the 17 acre park. Scherer
questioned the location of the park site near high wire and train tracks. In looking at the site map, Scherer asked the
developer to consider the park location to the southeast portion of the property behind the industrial area and closer
access to Route 47. The Developer indicated a need for both active and passive recreation in this area, addressing
the conservation area along the flood area and Rob Roy Creek. Also the developer indicated there will be a buffer
along the tracks to help with noise and line of site. Schoppe indicated a need to make sure there is a greenway
connecting the park and trail. Wedge suggested a need to plan for off street parking at the park site.
Rollins summarized the Park Board's desire is to have a large 15-20 acre park and a trail system along the Rob Roy
Creek. The remaining land donation could be received in a cash contribution. The Developer would like the
opportunity to discuss the construction of the Park and trail system in line with the major creation of the homes.
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Rollins thanked the Developer for the presentation .
No representative from Runge Property in attendance. Schoppe suggested to re-schedule this developer until a
representative could be present, The land/cash donation requirement is 10- 11 acres. The concept plan indicates a 1
acre park.
Bills Review -
Wedge moved for approval to pay bills. Scherer seconded. A roll-call vote was taken: Rollins, yes; Scherer,yes;
Wedge, yes; Koch, yes.
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Additional Business
Schoppe clarified the City's position on 1 '/2 mile reviews as indicated by correspondence from the City's attorney.
The City's standards for subdivision control only applies if the county's ordinance do not cover. Otherwise the City
can only suggest standards. The board discussed the need to find out what the County's standards are on active
park development. Brown will contact the Forest Preserve District for input on this,
New Business
The 2003 meeting schedule was provided . The Board discussed a possible change in the meeting time or date.
The consensus was to keep the meeting date and time the same and try to limit the length of the meetings.
Adjournment -
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p. m. following a motion by Koch, seconded by Wedge.
Respectfully Submitted ,
Laura Brown
Next meeting 7 :00 p.m . December 4, 2002 in the Austin Room of the Beecher Community Center
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