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APPROVED 3/7/17
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, January 3, 2017, 6:00pm
City Conference Room
In Attendance:
Committee Members
Chairman Ken Koch
Alderman Carlo Colosimo
Alderman Chris Funkhouser
Absent: Alderman Teeling
Other City Officials
City Administrator Bart Olson
Interim Assistant City Administrator Erin Willrett
Community Development Director Krysti Barksdale-Noble
Senior Planner Jason Engberg
Code Official Pete Ratos
Other Guests
City Consultant Lynn Dubajic
David Schultz, HR Green
Julie Schlichting, Boombah/Imperial
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ken Koch at 6:00pm.
Citizen Comments: None
Minutes for Correction/Approval: December 6, 2016
The minutes were approved as presented on a voice vote.
New Business
1. EDC 2017-01 Building Permit Report for November 2016
Mr. Ratos reported 14 B.U.I.L.D., 8 commercial and 30 miscellaneous permits for the
month. He said the milder conditions have been beneficial.
2. EDC 2017- Building Inspection Report for November 2016
There were 204 inspections in November mostly for single family homes.
3. EDC 2017-03 Property Maintenance Report for November 2016
Eight cases were heard in November according to Mr. Ratos. A maximum fine was
requested for a chronic weeds and grass violator on Shadowwood Drive. Millhurst Ale
House illegally added extra parking spaces on someone else's property which changed
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parking space dimensions and decreased handicap spaces. A citation was issued, the
offender did not appear at the hearing and a $750 fine was levied. The problem has now
been corrected. On busy nights, some illegal parking for Millhurst has occurred on
Marketview Drive which is maintained by the Menards Corporation. Menards was
notified of the parking situation.
4. EDC 2017-04 Economic Development Update
Ms. Dubajic reported the following:
1. Met with possible user on Eldamain Rd. who will be moving forward with the
UIRVDA project and will attend a meeting in Morris. Go Forth Sports and
Cedarhurst assisted living/memory care facility will also attend.
2. Crossfit Exemplified facility moved into former Vat and Vine on Rt. 34
3. Will meet with representatives of Kendall Marketplace regarding a restaurant user
and single family lots.
4. New building to be constructed at Kendall Crossing in spring
5. EDC 2017-05 Foreclosure Update
Ms. Noble said there were 66 new foreclosures in 2016 with the most in Ward 3.
Autumn Creek and Fox Hill had the most with nine each. Condo foreclosures were down
by half. The annual report will be done again in January 2018.
6. EDC 2017-06 Noise Ordinance Amendment
Mr. Engberg reported on this item and said the ordinance was last amended in December
2014. In 2015 there were noise complaints from the Pinheadz Bar and noise readings
were taken. After some corrections by the owner, there were still complaints about
vibrations. A consultant was hired to do a review and comprehensive report and new
measuring equipment was recommended. Pinheadz is receptive to new measures and
will split the cost of the sound study. This matter will be taken to the Planning and
Zoning Commission and to Public Safety.
Concern was expressed for the subjectivity of the measurements. There was also concern
about the time spent for officer training and that a trained officer might not be working at
the time of an offense, though other City employees will be included in the training as
well. The measuring machines are $2,400 each with a need for 3-4. The business could
be required to install a sound detector and report the findings to the City and the issue
could also be tied to their liquor license. Ms. Willrett said the equipment is web-based
and information is sent to City computers. Overall, concern was expressed for the high
cost of these sound issues.
7. EDC 2017-07 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments
Mr. Engberg said revisions were needed for some ordinances. The changes will be for 1)
semi truck repair. There was discussion of trailers (auto and truck) and definitions. It
was decided to specify by weight to be consistent with the State. Changes will also be
made for 2) commercial and trade schools, 3) manufacturing performance standards and
4) non-conforming land related to annexation agreements. Ms. Noble gave an
explanation of these changes. This item moves to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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8. EDC 2017-08 TIF Inducement Resolution – Imperial Investments
Mr. Olson stated this resolution sets up Imperial property for future development,
however, no funds are being committed at this time. The boundaries and legal
descriptions were discussed. Mr. Olson said the TIF agreement will act the same if the
land is residential or commercial. This resolution moves forward to the January 10th
Council meeting.
9. EDC 2017-09 Downtown Planning Update
Ms. Noble said the Comp Plan is done and she proposed three projects on which to move
forward to stay on track with completion dates. They are: landscape plan, wayfinding
and downtown parking study.
Ms. Noble said the landscape plan would include greenery, landscaping and signage on
the courthouse hill. HR Green was hired to generate ideas for a phased plan. Wayfinding
would include a Yorkville sign, signage for parking and also a kiosk. In a report from
HR Green, it was found that the downtown has surplus parking though it's poorly
identified and Ms. Noble said ADA parking might be deficient.
David Schultz of HR Green was present to provide additional information. He showed
illustrations of a concept plan. It was pointed out that the view of the river should not be
restricted from courthouse hill. Costs solicited by staff were estimated at $5,000 for the
landscaping and $20,000 for the parking study. In discussions on the wayfinding process
it was noted TIF funds could be used for signage and the City could also apply for ITEP
funds. In regards to the parking study, Mr. Schultz presented some ideas and identified
where parking is located. Recommendations included a parking garage at the downtown
bank location. Staff will review the interim ideas, however, no action will be taken until
development begins.
Old Business None
Additional Business None
There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 7:50pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker