Plan Commission Minutes 2016 02-10-16Page 1 of 4
APPROVED 4/20/16
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PLAN COMMISSION
City Council Chambers
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 7:00pm
Meeting Called to Order
Chairman Randy Harker called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken and a quorum was established.
Deb Horaz-yes, Chuck Galmarini-yes, Reagan Goins-yes, Charles Kraupner-yes, Richard
Vinyard-yes, Randy Harker-yes
Absent: Michael Crouch
City Staff
Krysti Barksdale-Noble, Community Development Director
Mr. Chris Heinen, City Planner
Lynn Dubajic, Economic Development Consultant
Other Guests
Chris Vitosh, Court Reporter Anna Jaruszewski
Jeff Jaruszewski Thomas Nelson, Unified Faith in Christ Church
Rich Hazlett, Bridge St. Plaza Stacy Hazlett, Bridge Street Plaza
Boyd Ingemunson, The Law Office Corp.
Pastor Will Shore, Unified Faith in Christ Church
Previous Meeting Minutes January 13, 2016
Ms. Goins moved and Mr. Kraupner seconded a motion for approval as presented.
Roll call: Horaz-yes, Galmarini-yes, Goins-yes, Kraupner-yes, Vinyard-yes, Harker-yes
Passed 6-0.
Citizen’s Comments None
Public Hearings
At approximately 7:01pm, Ms. Horaz moved to enter into the Public Hearings and Ms.
Goins seconded. Chairman Harker explained the proceedings for the Hearings and
swore in those who would give testimony. Mr. Kraupner moved and Ms. Goins
seconded the motion to open PC 2016-02 and PC 2016-03.
Roll call for motions: Goins-yes, Kraupner-yes, Vinyard-yes, Horaz-yes, Galmarini-yes,
Harker-yes. Passed 6-0.
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1. PC 2016-02 The Law Office Corporation, petitioner, has filed applications with
the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, requesting special use
permit approval for a proposed tavern - nightclub or lounge in an existing
building zoned within the B-2 Retail Commerce Business District pursuant to
Chaper 6, Table 10.06.03 of the Yorkville Zoning Ordinance. The real property is
located at 226 South Bridge Street in Yorkville, Illinois.
2. PC 2016-03 Unified Faith in Christ Church, petitioner, has filed an application
with the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, requesting special use
permit approval for a Small Religious Institution that is defined in Section 10-2-3
of the Yorkville Zoning Ordinance as having less than 400 seats and 8,000 square
feet of floor area in an existing building zoned within the M-1 Limited
Manufacturing District pursuant to Chapter 6, Table 10.06.02 of the Yorkville
Zoning Ordinance. The real property is located at 210 Beaver Street, Unit A in
Yorkville, Illinois.
(See Court Reporter's Transcript for a record of the proceedings)
Also to be included in the official record are the Findings of Fact written response from
the applicant for PC 2016-02.
At approximately 7:27pm a motion to close the Hearings was made by Ms. Horaz and
seconded by Mr. Galmarini.
Roll call: Galmarini-yes, Goins-yes, Kraupner-yes, Vinyard-yes, Horaz-yes, Harker-yes.
Passed 6-0.
Old Business None
New Business
1. PC 2016-02 The Law Office Corporation (see #1 above)
The Findings of Fact were reviewed and the petitioner's written responses will be entered
into the official record. There was no further discussion.
Action Item
Special Use
A motion was then made by Commissioner Vinyard for approval of the petition as
follows: In consideration of testimony presented during a Public Hearing on February
10, 2016 and discussion of the Findings of Fact, the Plan Commission recommends
approval to the City Council a request for Special Use authorization for the operation of a
proposed bar/tavern with live music within an existing building zoned in the B-2 General
Business District located at 226 South Bridge Street. Commissioner Kraupner seconded
the motion.
Roll call: Kraupner-yes, Vinyard-yes, Horaz-yes, Galmarini-yes, Goins-yes, Harker-yes
Passed 6-0
2. PC 2016-03 Unified Faith in Christ church (See #2 above)
It was noted the parking had been addressed. Chairman Harker referred to a comment
made in the Public Hearing regarding the church being involved in the community. He
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said the Food Pantry is nearby and is a great opportunity for the church. The
Commission then considered the Findings of Fact.
Action Item
Special use
A motion to approve the petition was made by Ms. Goins as follows: In consideration of
testimony presented during a Public Hearing on February 10, 2016 and discussions
conducted at that meeting, the Plan Commission recommends approval to the City
Council a request for Special Use approval for a Small Religious Institution that is
defined in Section 10-2-3 of the Yorkville Zoning Ordinance as having less than 400
seats and 8,000 square feet of floor area in an existing building zoned within the M-1,
Limited Manufacturing District pursuant to Chapter 6, Table 10.06.02 of the Yorkville
Zoning Ordinance located at 210 Beaver Street, Unit A, subject to staff recommendations
and conditions in a memo dated February 3, 2016. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Kraupner.
Roll call: Vinyard-yes, Horaz-present, Galmarini-yes, Goins-yes, Kraupner-yes, Harker-
yes. Passed 5 yes and 1 present.
Additional Business
1. City Council Action Updates
a. PC 2015-16
Mr. Heinen reported the GC Housing/senior development request for rezoning proceeded
to City Council and was tabled until February 23.
b. PC 2015-17
There was no further City Council comment on the petition requesting a Special Use for a
landscape company in Kendall County.
2. Year in Review 2015
Ms. Noble said about 14 applications were filed in 2015 with only about 5 coming to the
Plan Commission.
She also had 2 items for discussion. At the February 9th City Council meeting, there was
a Plan Commission revision. She said 2 members have resigned and the ordinance was
amended to require only 7 members. She also announced that Mr. Galmarini will be
resigning after this meeting. There was also discussion about combining the ZBA and
Plan Commission. The State only requires one of these bodies (which serve different
functions) to make recommendations. It was noted that Oswego is also combining their
boards.
Ms. Noble said the difference between ZBA and Plan Commission is that some actions at
ZBA are final. Plan Commission has the ability to review land use plans and other plans
requiring special uses, text amendments, etc.
If the boards are combined, it is likely the Plan Commission would only be advisory. Ms.
Horaz asked how the 2 Boards would be combined. An ordinance would be needed to
abolish the ZBA and the Plan Commission responsibilities would have to be revised and
an amendment to the muncipal code would be needed. Combining the two would also be
a cost savings to the City. Ms. Noble asked Commissioners to email comments if they
desire.
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In other 2015 items for review, Ms. Noble said there were four text amendments to the
zoning ordinance.
The Comp Plan should be done by summer and the Plan Commission will review the
final draft and make formal recommendations. There will be changes to the Zoning
Ordinance included in the plan.
Commissioner Horaz asked about projects the Plan Commission has approved. One of
these was Heartland Meadows which has not yet had the final plat recorded. It is thought
it's due to the pending completion of another project to free up capital. Another project
approved by this Commission was the Dunkin Donuts on the south side. The nearby Car
Care service business had to sign off on the development agreement, however, the
business has been since sold and the new owners are not communicating with the
developer/Dunkin Donuts. The City will be assisting in this matter since construction
must be started by March 1st to receive sales tax rebates according to the agreement.
Adjournment
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 7:49pm on a motion by
Mr. Kraupner and second by Ms. Horaz. Voice vote approval.
Transcribed by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker
PC 2016-02
PC 2016-02