COW Minutes 1998 06-18-98 CITY OF YORKVILLE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
JUNE 18, 1998
Members present: Robert Johnson, Richard Sticka, Lary Kot, Jeff Spang, Dean
Kleronamos, Richard Scheffrahn, Tom Sowinski, Tony Graff, Jim Nanninga,
Cindy Ketcham.
Guests: Jeff Wigton, Kathy Farren, Rose Ann Spears, Valerie Burd.
Nominations for Alderman-Rose Ann Spears, Ward 4, and Valerie Burd, Ward 2,
have shown interest in becoming Aldermen for the City of Yorkville. Mayor
Johnson feels that both are enthusiastic in accepting the position.
Traffic Light Bid-The bid has come in at $129,367.80 and would like to proceed
in acceptance of this bid. This item is to be placed on the June 25 agenda.
Greenbriar-Unit 3 reduction for street lighting letter of credit to $21,843.75. This
item to be placed on the June 25 agenda.
Street Patching Program-J.T. has passed out a map of locations that need to be
patched. All alderman are asked to "cruise" their wards to see if locations are
accurate or if there are any other additional locations that need to be added.
Patching does not mean repairs will be over looked, patching will get the streets
through until serious street repairs can be done.
Engineering Contract SSES-The contract is to be awarded to Deutchler for the
SSES line. Cost, not to exceed $195,000, will mostly be covered by State
money grants.
Sidewalk Program-September will be a sidewalk replacement month. There will
be information placed in the monthly newsletter for residents to apply.
Voicemail System Update-This system is something that the city would like to
use to its fullest potential. It is being looked into for ways to maximize its use.
Water Main River Crossing-The plans for this project are complete and all
revisions have been made and is ready to be placed for bid. This item is to be
placed on the June 25 council agenda. A concern from Alderman Kot was
brought forth with regards to the Water main project on State Street. He would
like to be sure that this project is not postponed.
Purchase Roller-This item falls within the budget and the 5 year equipment
purchase plan. This item would be purchased on a 3 year contract and a cost of
$8,000. This item is to be placed on the June 25 agenda.
Additional Business:
There was a meeting with IDOT. The issue of changes to Route 47 were
discussed. They are in hopes of changing Route 47 to facilitate traffic through
the City of Yorkville. Comments were also made with reference to McHugh,
which would straighten McHugh and allow it for a main feeder into the
subdivision. A suggestion was made to also enhance Somonauk St. with hopes
to create a smooth flow of traffic. This project will take a considerable amount of
time. It was also suggested that there be a "Town Meeting", so that all would be
informed.
There will be a meeting o July 11 between the Economic Development
Committee and the Building and Zoning from the City of Plano and the City of
Yorkville.
An annual report for the recreation department was distributed.
A reminder that on the second and forth Fridays, Music under the Stars.
The school board meeting will be held Monday evening June 22.
Respectfully submitted by Cindy Ketcham