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COW Minutes 2001 05-17-01 CITY OF YORKVILLE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MAY 17, 2001 MEMBERS PRESENT: Art Prochaska, Paul James, Richard Sticka, Larry Kot, Marty Munns, Valerie Buns, Rose Ann Spears, Mike Anderson, Joe Besco, Tony Graff, Jim Nanninga, Dan Kramer, JT. Johnson, Joe Wywrot, Cindy Green. Guests: See Attached. PC 2001.08 Tucker Dev, and Kyle and Martha Price PUD -This parcel is approx. 2 acres located on Route 47 just south of Route 34. Atty. Kramer stated that the PUD is ready with a minor change to the Exhibit Lettering. The exhibit also needs to show 30 feet for the landscape set back Instead of 20 feet. The revised exhibit will be distributed by Tuesday showing the 30 feet setback. This item is to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. PC 2001 -05 Fox River Estates /Final Plat plus Ornamental Lighting and Landscaping Islands -The landscaping islands have been presented at Plan Commission and were approved. The ornamental lighting was presented also at Plan Commission and at EDC. It was noted that the material of the globes were strong enough to with stand a BB gun. It was also noted that the Globe is sealed and should not be a problem with bugs. The lights maintain a 10 year warranty. It was noted that 43 light units would be needed instead of 33 if the cobra lights were used. Mr. Wywrot did speak with LaGrange and was told that there would be additional time needed for maintenance on these types of lights. Some of the alderman would like to speak with residents that have these lights In their subdivisions to see how the residents feel about the lights. There was some discussion with regards to an additional railroad crossing and a second entrance /exit from the subdivision. Burlington Northem /Sante Fe says absolutely not, there will not be a second railroad crossing. The railroad crossing in the subdivision however, will be fully gated and signaled. With regards to an additional entrance /exit, there will be a 66 foot wide section between lots 21 and 22 for a right of way. This will allow for possible future use for and additional entrance /exit. These items will be returned to the May 24 council agenda. Review TIF Bond Ordinance -The anticipated alternate Bond Revenue will be $650,000, pledging funds collected through the City Motor Fuel Tax. This item is to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. Military Service Credit -The question was if eligible employees would need to be fully vested with the City. Atty. Kramer has not received verification back on this item. Mayor Prochaska would like to see the verbiage in the ordinance stating that eligible employees would need to be an employee for 5 years prior to eligibility. This item to be placed on the June 8, COW. Salary Ranges -Salary adjustments have been calculated and adjusted. This item Is to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. Park Ordinance -The ordinance would allow for a Director of Parks and Recreation. This ordinance has been presented to the Parks Board and has been recommended for approval. Atty. Kramer will verify the verbiage. This item is to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. Boards and Commissions -Mayor Prochaska has tentatively set the following boards and commissions: Public Safety: Economic Development: Alderman Anderson, Chairman Alderman Sticka, Chairman Alderman James, Vice Chair. Alderman Burd, Vice Chair. Administration: Public Works: Alderman Spears, Chairman Alderman Kot, Chairman Alderman Anderson, Vice Chair. Alderman Munns, Vice Chair. Alderman Burd has volunteered to act as liaison to the County Board. DentalNision Plan -There were not enough employees interested signing up for dental and vision care. A resolution is needed for the carry over. This item to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. I Mechanical Braking Device - Vendors of this product feel that when a vehicle is built with a mechanical braking device that this product is within the legal limits. They feel that the vehicle must be modified by the owner /driver and that the modification of this product is what is causing the excessive noise. The device installed on a vehicle helps a truck to slow down with out the use of a clutch or brakes. This item will return to the June 7 COW. Review Bids for Sale of Squad Car -The City has received a bid of $527. A motion to accept the bid will be placed on the May 24 council agenda. The March and April Police Reports will be placed on the Public Safety agenda. 2000 Annual PD Report report has been distributed for viewing. There will be a small j presentation at the May 24 council meeting with a vote for approval also. Building Department Reports for February and March will be placed on the May 24 council agenda for acceptance. The Back -up SSA for Yorkville Business Center will need a 51 % consent of landowners for approval. BKFD Development Fee Increase -The fee will increase to $35 per 1000 sq. ft. EDC recommends that this item be placed on the May 24 council agenda for approval. L &D Group -This is the business that is located at the old Model Box Building. This will allow them to use an industrial Revenue Bond, Illinois Development Finance Authority on behalf of L & D Group, for debt with Watseka. This will be for the term of 1 year. This item is to be placed on the May 24 council agenda. Additional Business: Alderman Munns questioned the placement of park signs to slow traffic on John St. The signs have been ordered. Alderman Munns has great concern with developer Dresden, at Fox Hill. There is grass that needs to be cut and the Parkways need some attention at the entrances. Alderman Kot stated that there is some concern with the railroad crossing at White Oaks. The ICC has been notified to fix the crossing. i Alderman Kot is concerned if there has been any response from the DNR with regards to Palmer Dam. He would like to see the Mayor draft a letter to keep the DNR moving with this. Alderman Kot noted that there would be a Metra meeting with the County on Monday. Alderman James reminded all that Music Under the Stars is about to begin and that pamphlets were available with dates and performers. Alderman James stated that the Kendall County Forest Preserve has met with Sue Swithin with regards to a trail that would connect to Silver Springs. Landowners will need to be notified of the development. Alderman Besco noted three different residents with issues that would need to be handled. One issue was a violation of the grass ordinance, one a property code violation, and one with a large roaster in the yard. Mayor Prochaska noted that he would be out of town on June 14 and a Mayor - Pro -Tem would need to be in place prior to the June 14 council meeting. The Mayor - Pro -Tem can be specified for a specific meeting or the entire year. The meeting adjourned was adjourned at 9:15 PM, Respectfully Submitted by Cindy Green i 1 CITY OF YORKVILLE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Date 7/ 0 Guests Present: (Please print) r c 12g, ZJ�� RA-�-jc> d I L - �'l �}t 21 �a Sly S - F�sw�rzr�1 G��p I