Public Safety Minutes 2018 01-04-18Page 1 of 3
APPROVED 4/5/18
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
Thursday, January 4, 2018 6:00pm
City Hall Conference Room
In Attendance:
Chairman Carlo Colosimo Alderman Chris Funkhouser
Alderman Joe Plocher
Absent: Alderman Seaver Tarulis
Other City Officials in Attendance:
City Administrator Bart Olson Deputy Chief Larry Hilt
Others in Attendance:
Oswego Police Chief Jeff Burgner Jim Jensen, Blackberry Creek North
The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Chairman Colosimo and a quorum was
established.
Citizen Comments: None
Minutes for Correction/Approval: October 5, 2017
The minutes were approved as presented on a unanimous voice vote.
New Business:
1. PS 2018-01 Police Reports for July-December 2017
No comments or discussion.
2. PS 2018-02 Adjudication Reports for October-December 2017
Mr. Olson said a new law requires redaction of juvenile names. Also, Chairman
Colosimo noted the numerous letters of appreciation.
3. PS 2018-03 New Liquor License Category – Banquet Halls
Staff is proposing a new category of liquor licenses specific to banquet halls with an
annual fee of $2,000. There are two such facilities slated to open, one at the future
Holiday Inn and one for Riverview Diner on the south side. Alderman Funkhouser
questioned the higher price, however, Mr. Olson said it is similar to hotels, golf courses,
etc. This item will be tabled until another liquor license item on this agenda is discussed.
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4. PS 2018-04 Code Amendment – Massage Establishment License
There are now two massage establishments in the city. The ordinance was modeled from
one in Batavia and Mr. Olson reviewed the requirements. There was a brief discussion
and it was questioned if windows are required. It was also noted that solicitation for
business is prohibited outside the building. Mr. Olson will research the windows issue
and bring the results to the Council meeting on January 23.
Old Business
2. PS 2107-19 KenCom Intergovernmental Agreements (out of sequence)
a. Tyler/New World Security and Operations Fees Intergovernmental Agreement
b. Tyler/New World Licensing and Maintenance Fees Intergovernmental Agreement
Oswego Police Chief Burgner presented a report on these agreements. In 2004 Yorkville
and Oswego (and later Plano) began partnering with Kendall County. The reporting
systems (New World) and the CAD did not work together since they had different
software. The current CAD system is 20 years old and is being replaced.
The CAD project is being undertaken by the County, and the municipalities and Fire
Department wish to join. It was found the Tyler New World system is the best.
Montgomery is also now interested and was able to contribute some of the software to
reduce costs. The committee in charge of this project put together all necessary
documents for joint operations and licensing agreements including shared costs,
maintenance, etc. for all entities. Chief Burgner explained the components of each of the
agreements. All participating agencies will have access to the other's records.
The fee amounts were then discussed. A current maintenance fee that the city pays, was
reviewed and Alderman Funkhouser asked staff to ensure the city is not paying double on
the RMS agreement or the maintenance fee This moves to the regular agenda of the
next Council meeting.
Old Business:
(Below 2 items discussed together)
3. PS 2018-03 New Liquor License Category--Banquet Halls (from New Business)
1. PS 2017-18 Liquor License Application and Fee Review
Chairman Colosimo indicated he was not in favor of the increase of fees simply to keep
pace with other towns. However, after reviewing the memo, he is less opposed.
Alderman Plocher said the fees were justified. Alderman Funkhouser said he was not in
total agreement that fees should be tied to potential calls for service, but staff time spent
justified the increases. Alderman Funkhouser suggested a FAQ online to answer
applicant questions to help reduce staff time. He also suggested a new liquor license
class for the banquet halls.
There has been no fee increase in 22 years said Mr. Colosimo. All were OK with the late
penalty fee increase and the $250 increase in application fees. Mr. Colosimo suggested a
banquet hall application fee of $1750.
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The current late fee for liquor license renewals is $100 with a 14 day deadline. It was
noted that renewal notices are sent on January 1. After much discussion, the following
fees were recommended for late applications:
Apply before April 1: no late fee
Apply April 1 to April 21: $100 late fee
Apply April 22 or after: $750 late fee
Additional Business
Traffic issues at Rt. 47 and Galena Rd. were discussed. Alderman Funkhouser suggested
the city reach out to the County and also ask the State to revise the 5 year plan to move
up the intersection improvements. Mr. Olson said he spoke with IDOT engineeers and
they are looking at a full expansion in a multi-year program. IDOT officials are also
looking at short term improvements. Letters of support from the city and county and a
letter of resolution to the State representatives for at least intersection work were
recommended. The committee concurred.
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 7:07pm.
Minutes transcribed by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker