Economic Development Minutes 2017 07-05-17Page 1 of 3
APPROVED 9/5/17
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Wednesday, July 5, 2017, 6:00pm
City Conference Room
In Attendance:
Committee Members
Chairman Ken Koch
Alderman Carlo Colosimo
Alderman Joel Frieders
Alderman Alex Hernandez
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
Alderman Joe Plocher
Other Guests
Lynn Dubajic, City Consultant
Ryan Swanson, Arc Design Resources
Julie Schlichting, Imperial Investments
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ken Koch at 6:00pm.
Citizen Comments: None
Minutes for Correction/Approval: June 6, 2017
The minutes were approved on a voice vote.
New Business
1. EDC 2017-42 Building Permit Report for May 2017
Mr. Ratos reported 17 new residential permits--8 were B.U.I.L.D. and 9 standard. There
were also 19 commercial permits. No further discussion or action.
2. EDC 2017-43 Building Inspection Report for May 2017
There were 345 total inspections for the month, most of which were single family homes.
Mr. Ratos commented Pulte is starting to build in Grande Reserve. No further action.
3. EDC 2017-44 Property Maintenance Report for May 2017
No cases were heard by the Hearing Officer in May. Many letters were sent for weeds,
grass and property violations, but the violations were remediated prior to the Hearing.
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Alderman Koch asked who mows the back lots of Raintree. Mr. Olson said the lots are
privately owned and maintained. The City took control of the streets there and blocked
them off to prevent deterioration. This occurred when the City took on the infrastructure
obligations in exchange for access to the bond funds. No further action.
4. EDC 2017-45 Economic Development Update
Ms. Dubajic reported the following:
1. Cedarhurst is closing on property this week, groundbreaking to be set
2. Moving forward with proposed hotel/banquet center, papers to be signed soon
3. Holding meetings with Kendall Marketplace, has offer on single family lots,
townhomes moving forward, discussed SSA aspect
4. Casey's General Store is coming to Yorkville
5. 'Wings' committed to Yorkville
6. Working with Lincoln Prairie rep on Eldamain property
5. EDC 2017-46 B.U.I.L.D. T.O.O. Program
Ms. Noble said this program was approved last year and expired December 31, 2016. It
was designated for townhomes and attached units and was modeled after the original
program. There were no permits issued, however, now there is some interest. She would
like to see it extended to 2018. The committee was not in favor of extending it with
Alderman Frieders saying it is financially unfair to those residents already living here.
This died in committee.
6. EDC 2017-47 GC Housing Final Plat
This plat has already been approved and GC Housing will consolidate the two lots. This
moves to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. No further action in
this committee.
7. EDC 2017-48 Casey's General Store – Annexation, Rezoning, Special Use, Sign
Variance, Plat
Mr. Engberg provided a project overview. A Casey's General Store is proposed for the
southwest corner of Rte. 34 and McHugh Road. Annexation, rezoning, special use, sign
variance and final plat are being requested. He also provided other details about the
building and property.
Ryan Swanson, Arc Design Resources, displayed the building plans and provided further
information. He said they are working with Coffman Carpets regarding well and septic.
Other aspects discussed were: gas deliveries, turns off McHugh Rd., the small lot next to
the proposed site, lighting plan, underground detention, garbage area and nearby
apartments (to be demolished). A larger sign is requested since the ethanol price must
now be displayed.
This item will moved to Planning and Zoning on July 12 for Special Use, sign variance,
and rezoning. Final annexation will be considered at the July 25th Council meeting.
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8. EDC 2017-49 1995 Meadowlark – Rear Yard Setback Variance
Petitioner Dale Larson wishes to build a single family home in Country Hills on a unique
lot. He is requesting a 30-foot setback instead of the required 40-foot setback. The
committee was OK with this request and it moves to the Planning and Zoning
Commission on July 12th.
9. EDC 2017-50 Heustis Street RFP Results
Ms. Willrett said this project went out for RFP in September and costs were more than
allowed by the adjudicator so three more proposals were obtained. The amount was
increased and issued in the amount of $154,520. Union Fence was recommended for a
contract for $121,622.35. Mr. Olson said the property owner will be notified by certified
letter prior to any work and a title search will also be done. Vehicles on the property
were also discussed. It was noted that remedial work cannot adversely affect the owner's
ability to run his business and Mr. Ratos will coordinate with the contractor while work is
being done. Staff said any remedy by the owner would be welcomed. Mr. Olson said
the cost of the work will be a budget ordinance amendment from the downtown TIF fund
and will be deficit spending. Whether or not the workers would be union was also
discussed. Ms. Schlichting also suggested the City needs the ability to not go forward
with the contract if action is taken by the landowner. Mr. Olson will verify with the City
Attorney.
10. EDC 2017-51 Inducement Resolution for Imperial Investments
Mr. Olson said this is a new inducement resolution for the purchase by Imperial
Investments of the Kendall County Record building and grain silos at Mill and Hydraulic.
They would like TIF incentives to help future development and this is the first step to
become TIF-eligible. A plan must be in place for reimbursement. The committee was in
favor and this moves to the consent agenda.
11. EDC 2017-52 Downtown TIF - Proposed Timeline
This is the first step to remove properties from the existing TIF to create a second TIF.
Mr. Engberg drafted a timeline for all associated processes and outreach by the nine tax
entities who would receive benefit from the TIF. The process should take about one year
from start to finish and Attorney Orr has recommended doing the final TIF approval in
January to begin in 2018. The committee was OK with this recommendation. Ms.
Schlichting added that if the TIF is not in place, the properties will have to be sold. The
committee also discussed ownership of property and participation in these discussions by
Aldermen who reside in the TIF district. Aldermen owning residential property are
allowed to discuss and vote.
Old Business None
Additional Business None
There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 7:08pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker