City Council Minutes 2019 11-26-19 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE,KENDALL COUNTY,ILLINOIS,
HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
800 GAME FARM ROAD ON
TUESDAY,NOVEMBER 26,2019
Mayor Purcell called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
City Clerk Pickering called the roll.
Ward I Koch Present
Transier Present
Ward II Milschewski Present
Plocher Present
Ward III Funkhouser Present
Frieders Present
Ward IV Tarulis Present
Peterson Absent
Staff present: City Administrator Olson,City Clerk Pickering, Chief of Police Jensen, Public Works
Director Dhuse,Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble,Finance Director Fredrickson,
Parks and Recreation Director Evans,Assistant City Administrator Willrett,Building Code Official
Ratos,Purchasing Manager Parker,Attorney Orr,and EEI Engineer Sanderson.
QUORUM
A quorum was established.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve the City Council agenda as presented. So moved by
Alderman Koch; seconded by Alderman Transier.
Motion unanimously approved by a viva voce vote.
PRESENTATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
Michael Scornavic said that he is personally opposed to the recreational sale of marijuana. He has
concerns about residents driving under the influence and the burden it creates for the police.
John Cooney, a landowner of the Fountain Village commercial strip center on the south side of Yorkville,
is in favor of the council approving the cannabis ordinance regarding zoning with one exception. He
would like the council to consider amending the proposed ordinance to remove the restriction on
residential setbacks from 250 feet to zero so that a cannabis business could consider Fountain Village as a
potential location. He feels that a cannabis dispensary would spur growth in the Fountain Village center.
Arnie Silvestri, consultant for SJR Incorporated which deals with the construction and operation of
dispensaries,was requested by Mr. Cooney to evaluate the Fountain Village center regarding cannabis
dispensaries. It is the opinion of Mr. Silvestri that dispensaries bring a lot of foot and car traffic into the
city which can benefit other businesses in the community. Mr. Silvestri said there are many security
measures which businesses that dispense cannabis are required to follow.
Robyn Sutcliff, owner of Foxy's Ice Cream in Yorkville, spoke to the council about the proposed license
agreement extension for her business located at 131 E. Hydraulic Street. She gave the council a brief
history of her business along with the improvements she has made to the building over the past several
years. Ms. Sutcliff believes Foxy's Ice Cream is a good addition to the community and she hopes the
council will consider extending the license agreement.
CONSENT AGENDA
None.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
None.
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BILLS FOR PAYMENT
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve the bill list in the amount of$926,843.42 (vendors);
$298,463.94(payroll period ending 11/15/19); for a total of$1,225,307.36. So moved by Alderman
Transier; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye, Plocher-aye,
Frieders-aye, Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye
REPORTS
MAYOR'S REPORT
Holiday Event
Mayor Purcell thanked Director Evans and his staff for the holiday event that was held the previous
weekend. Mayor Purcell said the parade and tree lighting ceremony on Saturday went great. He said they
were lucky to have good weather on Sunday morning for the Chili Chase 5K for a cure. Director Evans
thanked the police department for all their help with the event.
Tax Levy
(CC 2019-70)
Resolution 2019-37 Requesting Separate Limiting Rates for all City Funds
Ordinance 2019-65 for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning
on May 1,2020 and Ending on April 30,2021
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Requesting Separate Limiting Rates for all
City Funds and to approve an Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year
Beginning on May 1, 2020 and Ending on April 30,2021. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by
Alderman Milschewski.
Mayor Purcell clarified that the city's portion of the tax levy is increasing 2.96%to capture the revenues
from new construction only. There is no inflationary impact for the city's portion of the tax levy. The
library's portion of the tax levy is increasing 4.28% increase to capture new construction and CPI.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye, Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye,
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye
Lobbyist Services
(CC 2019-71)
Resolution 2019-38 Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement among the
Village of Oswego,the United City of Yorkville,
and the Village of Montgomery for the
Sharing of Governmental Affairs Services
Ordinance 2019-66 Authorizing the Eighth Amendment to the Annual Budget
for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1,2019
and Ending on April 30,2020
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement
among the Village of Oswego,the United City of Yorkville,and the Village of Montgomery for the
Sharing of Governmental Affairs Services and to approve an Ordinance Authorizing the Eighth
Amendment to the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1,2019 and Ending on April
30, 2020. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,
Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
East Orange Street Water Main Improvements—Change Order No. 1
(PW 2019-72)
Alderman Plocher made a motion to approve the East Orange Street Water Main Improvements—Change
Order No. 1 and authorize the Mayor to execute; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,
Funkhouser-aye,Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye
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Purchase of New Truck
(PW 2019-73)
Alderman Plocher made a motion to authorize a purchase through the Sourcewell purchasing cooperative
for a 2020 Ford Super Duty F-350 from the National Auto Fleet Group in the amount of$32,521.40,a 9-
foot Boss snowplow for approximately$7,000,and any other accessories needed for the daily operations
of the vehicle for a total amount not to exceed$50,000; seconded by Alderman Frieders.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Frieders-aye,Koch-aye, Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye,
Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye,Plocher-aye
Ordinance 2019-67 Amending the Traffic Schedule and Index
(Intersection Control—Raintree Village Subdivision)
(PW 2019-74)
Alderman Plocher made a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending the Traffic Schedule and Index
(Intersection Control—Raintree Village Subdivision)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute;
seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye,
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT
Ordinance Authorizing a Jurisdictional Boundary Line Agreement
Between the United City of Yorkville and the City of Plano
(EDC 2019-84)
Alderman Milschewski made a motion to approve an Ordinance Authorizing a Jurisdictional Boundary
Line Agreement Between the United City of Yorkville and the City of Plano and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Frieders.
Mayor Purcell said that at the public hearing that had been held at the November 12th City Council
meeting, it was suggested that the proposed boundary line be shifted west of the Fox River Bluffs parcel
since that parcel of property has been identified as being located within Yorkville's planning boundary.
He said that Yorkville has not received a response yet from Plano regarding this proposed shift.
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to table this item to the January 14, 2020 City Council meeting;
seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion to table approved by a viva voce vote.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
Resolution 2019-39 Approving a Joint Purchase Agreement for
Radios,Accessories,and Licenses
(PS 2019-36)
Alderman Tarulis made a motion to approve a Resolution Approving a Joint Purchase Agreement for
Radios,Accessories, and Licenses and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by
Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye,Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye,
Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye, Koch-aye
Resolution 2019-40 Authorizing the Sale and Transfer of Personal Property
Owned by the City(Police Department Equipment)
(PS 2019-38)
Alderman Tarulis made a motion to approve a Resolution Authorizing the Sale and Transfer of Personal
Property Owned by the City(Police Department Equipment)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,
Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye
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Ordinance 2019-68 Amending the Regulations for Solicitors,
Hawkers,and Itinerant Merchants
(PS 2019-39)
Alderman Tarulis made a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending the Regulations for Solicitors,
Hawkers,and Itinerant Merchants and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by
Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye,
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye
Ordinance 2019-69 Amending the Code of Ordinances Providing
for Liquor Control(Class R-1)
(PS 2019-40)
Alderman Tarulis made a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances Providing
for Liquor Control(Class R-1)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman
Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Transier-aye, Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,
Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye
Ordinance 2019-70 Amending the Yorkville City Code Relating
to the Use of Cannabis
(PS 2019-41)
Alderman Tarulis made a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending the Yorkville City Code Relating to
the Use of Cannabis and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman
Milschewski.
Attorney Orr explained that this ordinance prescribes what types of conduct will not be permitted in the
city regarding adult-use cannabis. This ordinance will allow the police department to be able to issue
local ordinance violation tickets for violations of this ordinance. She said that an ordinance prescribing
the fine amounts for these violations will be presented to the council for consideration at the December
10th council meeting.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,
Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT
Monthly Treasurer's Report for October 2019
(ADM 2019-65)
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to approve the Monthly Treasurer's Report for October 2019;
seconded by Alderman Tarulis.
Motion approved by a viva voce vote.
Ordinance 2019-71 for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year
Beginning May 1,2020 and Ending April 30,2021 in and for
Special Service Area Number 2004-201 (Fox Hill)
(ADM 2019-68)
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to approve an Ordinance for the Amended Levy and Assessment of
Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2020 and Ending on April 30,2021 in and for Special
Service Area Number 2004-201 (Fox Hill)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded
�-. by Alderman Plocher.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye,Tarulis-aye,
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye
Ordinance 2019-72 for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year
Beginning May 1,2020 and Ending April 30,2021 in and for
Special Service Area Number 2006-119(Sunflower Estates)
(ADM 2019-69)
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Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to approve an Ordinance for the Amended Levy and Assessment of
Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1,2020 and Ending on April 30, 2021 in and for Special
Service Area Number 2006-119(Sunflower Estates)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute;
seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye,
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye
Bond Abatement Ordinances
(ADM 2019-70)
Ordinance 2019-73 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$11,150,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2011
Ordinance 2019-74 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$5,575,000 General Obligation Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2015A
Ordinance 2019-75 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$5,800,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2016
Ordinance 2019-76 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$1,235,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2014
Ordinance 2019-77 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$1,290,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2014C
Ordinance 2019-78 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$2,300,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2014B
Ordinance 2019-79 Abating the tax levied for the year 2019 to pay the principal of and
interest on the$4,295,000 General Obligation Bonds
(Alternate Revenue Source),Series 2014A
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to approve the ordinances abating the taxes levied for the year 2019
to pay the principal of and interest on the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, listed on the agenda as
Administration Committee Report#4—Bond Abatement Ordinances numbered a,b, c,d,e, f, and g, and
to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Milschewski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye,Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye,
Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye, Koch-aye
Special Service Area Abatement Ordinances
(ADM 2019-71)
Ordinance 2019-80 Abating Special Service Area Taxes for Special Service Area
Number 2003-100(Raintree Village Project)and
Approving the Amended Special Tax Roll
Ordinance 2019-81 Abating Special Service Area Taxes for Special Service Area
Number 2003-101 (Windett Ridge Project)and
Approving the Amended Special Tax Roll
Ordinance 2019-82 Abating Special Service Area Taxes for Special Service Area
Number 2004-104(Central Grande Reserve)and
Approving the Amended Special Tax Roll
Ordinance 2019-83 Abating Special Service Area Taxes for Special Service Area
Number 2005-108 and 2005-109 Special Tax Refunding
Bonds,Series 2016(Autumn Creek Project and
Bristol Bay I Project)
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to approve the ordinances abating the special service area taxes for
special services areas listed on the agenda as Administration Committee Report#5 —Special Service Area
Abatement Ordinances,numbered a,b,c,and d, and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute;
seconded by Alderman Frieders.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—November 26,2019—Page 6 of 8
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,
Frieders-aye, Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye
PARK BOARD
Riverfront License Agreement Extensions
(CC 2019-72)
Resolution 2019-41 Approving a License Extension Agreement with
White Water Ice Cream,Inc.
(131 East Hydraulic Avenue,Units A& B)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving a License Extension Agreement
with White Water Ice Cream, Inc. (131 East Hydraulic Avenue, Units A&B). So moved by Alderman
Frieders; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Tarulis-aye, Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye,
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye
Resolution 2019-42 Approving a License Extension Agreement with Ginger&Soul
(131 East Hydraulic Avenue,Unit C)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving a License Extension Agreement
with Ginger& Soul(131 East Hydraulic Avenue,Unit C). So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by
Alderman Funkhouser.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye,Plocher-aye,Frieders-aye,
Koch-aye, Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye
Autumn Creek Playground and Caledonia Playground—Request for Proposals
(CC 2019-73)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to authorize staff to issue a request for proposals for the Autumn
Creek Playground and the Caledonia Playground. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by
Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,
Milschewski-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-aye
Raintree Park Shelter Purchase Contract
(CC 2019-74)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve the purchase through the Sourcewell purchasing
cooperative for a shelter for the Raintree Park C from Poligon in the amount of$29,002.40. So moved by
Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,
Funkhouser-aye,Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye
Youth Baseball and Softball League Uniforms and Equipment—Request for Proposals
(CC 2019-75)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to authorize staff to issue a request for proposals for the 2020 Youth
Baseball and Softball League Uniforms and Equipment. So moved by Alderman Transier; seconded by
Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye,
Tarulis-aye,Transier-aye,Plocher-aye
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Ordinance 2019-84 Amending Title 10,Chapter 6 of the Yorkville City Code
Pertaining to Cannabis and Compassionate Use of
Medical Cannabis(Adult-Use Cannabis)
(PZC 2019-23)
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Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending Title 10,Chapter 6 of the
Yorkville City Code Pertaining to Cannabis and Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis(Adult-Use
Cannabis). So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Plocher.
Discussion took place regarding the proposed zoning setbacks for adult-use cannabis establishments. One
suggestion was to include B-2 zoning as a special use for dispensaries in order to increase the number of
potential locations for these businesses. Other suggestions included a 200 foot setback from residential
and parks,a 500 foot setback for schools; excluding the residential setback for properties that are
separated by a state highway; for daycare and religious institutions located within a"B"zoning district,
having a 50 foot building separation between the uses;reducing Wheaton Park to a zero setback because
of it's proximity to the industrial park; and for any part of a flag lot that is used for ingress and egress
purposes which are less than 50 feet would be excluded from the setback.
If was asked if dispensaries kept product out on the floor or if the product was ordered via a menu. Mr.
Silvestri explained that all the products are kept in a vault. Customers wait in a common area of the
establishment until they are called to a sales area. Once in the sales area, customers can view the product
via iPads or tablets and make their selections. Once a customer places their order, staff goes back to the
vault area to get the customer's order which is placed in a sealed package for delivery to the customer.
There is no open product on the sales floor or the waiting areas.
It was asked about the security that must be in place for the product to be delivered to the store. Mr.
Silvestri explained you must have a completely secure area. An example of a secure area is typically a 6-
foot to 8-foot tall security fence which would allow a van to drive into the fenced area and to be closed
inside before the product is unloaded.
Mayor Purcell asked if the council wanted to move forward with approval of an ordinance so that the city
would have zoning regulations in place prior to January 1St
Alderman Funkhouser made a motion to amend the ordinance for the following points: 200 foot setback
from residential and parks, 500 foot setback for schools,when separated by a state highway residential
setbacks shall be excluded,daycare and religious institutions located in"B"zoning shall be 50 feet from
cannabis facilities as measured at the front of the building, Wheaton Park shall have a zero setback,those
parts of flag lots used for ingress and egress purposes which are less than 50 feet shall be excluded from
the setback, and dispensing and infusing to be added as a special use in"B-2"zoning districts; seconded
by Alderman Frieders.
Motion to amend failed by a roll call vote. Ayes-4 Nays-4
Frieders-aye,Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye,
Tarulis-nay,Transier-nay,Plocher-nay,Mayor Purcell-nay
Original motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-6 Nays-1
Koch-aye,Milschewski-aye,Funkhouser-aye, Tarulis-nay,
Transier-aye,Plocher-aye, Frieders-aye
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
No report.
CITY CLERK'S REPORT
No report.
COMMUNITY& LIAISON REPORT
National Suicide Prevention and Action Month
Proclamation Project
Alderman Frieders reported that he was able to attend the Illinois Suicide Prevention Alliance meeting at
the Thompson Center in Chicago. There is currently a task force working on the 2020 plan of action for
the Illinois Suicide Prevention Alliance. Alderman Frieders was also a guest at the Waubonsee
Community College Fox Valley and Focus Program talking about the Suicide Prevention Program with
Hope for the Day. He also met recently with Chief of Police Kristen Ziman from the City of Aurora to
discuss what leaders can do in the future regionally and nationwide as it pertains to the mental health of
law enforcement officers and first responders.
STAFF REPORT
No report.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
None.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—November 26,2019—Page 8 of 8
CITIZEN COMMENTS
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Purcell asked if anyone was interested in going into executive session to discuss the purchase of
property. No motion was made;therefore,the City Council did not enter executive session.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to adjourn the City Council meeting. So moved by Alderman
Frieders; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion unanimously approved by a viva voce vote.
Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:
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City Clerk, City of Yorkville,Illinois
Citizen Comments
Received from Robyn Sutcliff
History of Foxy's Ice Cream and Riverfront Park
In 2011 Kim McQuire and I, Robyn
Sutcliff, proposed to open Popcorn
and Ice Cream shoppes.At a time
when long standing businesses in I `
Yorkville's downtown were closing
their doors due to the recession, the
Yorkville Park Board and City
Council decided to partner with two
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new businesses and invest in the
city's downtown. Although Creative .,
Kernels eventually closed, Foxy's
expanded into their space and
continues to thrive. 1.31 E HydratifiC in 2011 Uninhabited s4ru:e rnid-199,3s aria uses:Cur
storage Sarna saw so tittle use$n it that they wanted it tarn dawn.
In exchange for reduced rent, Foxy's
(then White Water Ice Cream)agreed to plan, commission and pay for all initial and future
renovations required to make the business a positive community space for the people of
Yorkville.
I believe both Foxy's Ice Cream and The City of Yorkville have succeeded beyond all
expectations as a result of this partnership. In the last 9 years, Foxy's Ice Cream has been
fortunate to serve delicious ice cream to 237,000 new and return visitors at Riverfront Park.
I am very proud of the mutually beneficial relationship between Foxy's Ice Cream, the City of
Yorkville, the Parks and Rec Department and Yorkville community.
I ask that we renew our license agreement for the next two years as our Downtown continues to
grow and flourish. In exchange, The Boards can trust that I will continue to maintain and
improve 131 E. Hydraulic, as well as do my part by investing time and money in events,
charities and local schools.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to tell Foxy's story. I look forward to our continued
partnership in the coming years. Please feel free to direct any additional comments or questions
to Robyn Sutcliff, foxysgourmeticecreamta'�gmail.com, 630-207-2366.
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Financial Details
In 2011, the building was a cinderblock shell that was used as storage for boxes of Parks and
Recreation items. A park board member at the time said that the building was, "A S***Hole and
why would anyone want it?"
2011 Initial Renovations Total: $32,000 2012-present-Additional Improvements
• Cut into 60 year old concrete to bury Est. Total$8,210
needed pipes for all plumbing • Installed exterior and interior LED
• Replaced all windows and doors. lighting fixtures
• Built a room and certified kitchen in • Installed VCT tile in seating area
the one time garage • Multiple window replacements
• Installed NSA Tile • Added 220 outlets in kitchen
• Dropped Ceiling • New Hot water heater and regulator
• Installed Fluorescent Lighting • Installed pass through windows
• Installed Grease Trap • Paid to re-seal asphalt
• Repainted Entire Building • Installed permanent sealer on back
• Installed new electric outlets room floor
throughout the entire space (there
were only 3 outlets prior) Taxes and Utilities Paid, $60,453
• Installed Commercial Sink • Sales Tax from 2011 to date,
• Installed Commercial Freezer and $34,473
Refrigerator • Property taxes paid $3332
• Constructed ADA Accessible entries • ComEd payments $13,087
to all rooms • Nicor payments $4836
• Water and sewage payments$4725
Foxy's Ice Cream and The Community
Foxy's is a place to be with friends, family and
neighbors you don't even know yet. Our number one
priority in this business is to make the people of
Yorkville happy. In 9 years Foxy's Ice Cream has
exceeded our wildest dreams. Rr
Since we are in a taxpayer funded building it has
been our focus to serve the public. This includes #5,
supporting local events and initiatives and keeping
the public bathrooms open when we are open. lime }
Each year Foxy's supports local schools, nonprofits
and really anyone who asks for donations.As a
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business owner, I have a responsibility to my F=�
customers and my community and I take it very
seriously. I am thrilled that my little blue and pink
building is the place where so many choose to
celebrate special days in their lives or just make their
day special with Foxy's Ice Cream. ".
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Donations and Fundraising
• 2011-2019 Cash donations to local schools and nonprofits, Total$6500
Bristol Grade School, Autumn Creek Elementary, Bristol Bay, Grand Reserve, Yorkville Middle
School, Cross Lutheran, Peaceful Pathways, Hunting and Fishing Days,Art and Music Festival,
Yorkville 4th of July Fest, Cruise Night, Grace School, Newark Elementary, Suicide Prevention
Services, Little Hands Preschool, Ridge Elementary, YHS Music Boosters, Yorkville Track and
more.
• Gift card donations to local nonprofits. Est. $700 per year. Total $6300
• Employ between 12-17 seasonal high school and college students every year, Yearly
payroll average, $25,000
Events and Recognition
2018 Voted one of the 9 quirkiest ice cream shoppes in Illinois
2014-2018 Voted the best ice cream shoppe in Kendall County 4 years in a row.
2011 build out pictures
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Public Comment
November 26, 2019
PLEASE PRINT
NA SUBDIVISION OR BUSINESS:
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