Economic Development Minutes 2009 06-02-09 Page 1 of 5 APPROVED 7/7/09
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 7pm
City Conference Room
In Attendance:
Committee Members
Chairman Gary Golinski Alderman Wally Werderich
Vice - Chairman Rose Spears Alderman Robyn Sutcliff
Other Citv Officials:
Mayor Valerie Burd
City Administrator Brendan McLaughlin
Community Development Director Travis Miller
Alderman George Gilson
Community Relations Officer Glory Spies
Other Guests:
Tony Scott, Kendall County Record Dan Kramer, Attorney
Lynn Dubajic, YEDC Director Dean Fisher, CarStar
Dean Tomich, DTD Investments
Jim, Missig, Glenn Mahoney, Bill Aeschliman / Car Care Collision Centers
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Golinski at 7:00pm.
Presentation:
None
Minutes for Correction /Approval: May 4, 2009
The minutes were approved as read.
New Business:
1. EDC 2009 -21 Building Permit Report for April 2009
Alderman Sutcliff asked if the figures represented multi - family, 2- family and single
family housing. Mr. McLaughlin said it did include all these.
2. EDC 2009 -22 Plan Commission Report for May 2009
Travis said he had been working with the petitioner, Alan Haehner and there will be a
recommendation from Plan Commission next week.
3. EDC 2009 -23 Committee Liaison Appointments
The following liaison appointments were made:
1. Chairman Golinski said he is the current liaison to the Aurora Area Visitors
Bureau, but is unable to attend the Sam meetings. Alderman Sutcliff
volunteered to attend when possible.
2. Mr. Golinski will act as an alternate for Mayor Burd for the YEDC meetings on
Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00pm.
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3. Kendall County Plan Commission — Alderman Werderich
4. Yorkville Plan Commission — Alderman Golinski
4. EDC 2009 -24 Future Meeting Dates and Times - Discussion
It was agreed to keep this meeting on the first Tuesday of the month at 7pm.
5. EDC 2009 -25 Bridge Street Plaza Redevelopment/ TIF Agreement Discussion
Discussed later in the meeting.
Items Recommended by Plan Commission for Approval:
1. PC 2009 -08 Apex Developers, LLC (Fountainview) Annexation Agreement
Amendment Request
Attorney Kramer was present on behalf of the petitioners, along with representatives of
Apex Developers and Car Care Collision Centers. The petitioners are requesting to build
a car care center on the east side of South Rte. 47. A positive recommendation was
received from the Plan Commission.
Alderman Sutcliff questioned the runoff from the property since there would be many
cars there. A detention basin is located on the north side of the property and is a triple
basin with a triple set of filters to handle runoff. The outdoor stormwater is a 2 -stage
release process.
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Travis noted that this item had been presented for rezoning at a Public Hearing before the
Plan Commission. At the June 9th Council meeting, there will be a Public Hearing for
the amendment portion.
Mr. Miller said only one resident had any objections and that was for paint fumes in the
air. Mr. Mahoney responded by saying that water based paints will be used in this
facility.
Mr. Dean Fisher of CarStar then voiced his opinion regarding the proposed business. He
said he has been in business for 14 years at his current location. He was concerned that a
similar business, would not add jobs to the market, but rather "cannibalize" the jobs. He
said this type of business is not an impulse buy and is now under capacity with not
enough work for 2 businesses. He said other businesses like this are down 20% at this
time. He asked the City to protect current businesses. Mr. Fisher said he would prepare
data and send to each Aldermen.
2. PC 2009 -09 Zoning Ordinance Amendment – Chapter 15, Section 6.B,
(Tower & Antenna Regulations)
Travis Miller said the Zoning Ordinance is being reviewed and recommendations will be
coming later this year. An increase in wireless users led to this amendment. Currently
there are 3 towers in the City and others within the 1.5 mile area of the City. A petitioner
is seeking to install a new antenna and also an equipment shelter. One item of the
ordinance states that a 50 -foot setback requirement must be met. As a result, the
petitioner filed a variance request. After consulting with the City Administrator and
Attorney, the City will not treat this as a new location requiring a variance. The Plan
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Commission has recommended approval of the text amendment as presented. This will
move to the City Council consent agenda.
(out of sequence)
New Business
S. EDC 2009 -25 Bridge Street Plaza Redevelopment/ TIF Agreement Discussion
Travis reported that the owners of the old hotel and bank building at the northwest corner
of Hydraulic and Rt. 47 will demolish the buildings. While they are not developers, they
might partner with developers to decide on a better use of the property. They purchased
i the property a year ago to eliminate problems there and are open to a redevelopment
agreement. The demolition costs are estimated at $100,000 and are TIF - eligible. The
owners have agreed to give the City a walkway along the river.
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Travis said there a couple ways to enter into a development agreement with the present
owners:
1. Enter into a re- development agreement that establishes a trigger of the submittal
or approval of a plan in a certain time frame.
2. Inducement resolution: City Council acknowledges demolition is going to occur
prior to a re- development plan being submitted. The City can include the
demolition expenses as part of TIF rebates
Alderman Werderich said he would like a timeline for this project if the owners ask the
City for TIF money. He also suggested some sort of incentive to keep the project
moving. Travis said an asbestos report would be needed before the building is
demolished and July or August is the expected demolition time. Alderman Spears also
commented that she does not want to see another site like Countryside The property will
be filled in and seeded or it would possibly be used for parking according to Mayor Burd.
It was noted that the Tuscan Plaza site (across the street) is in foreclosure with a lien
against it from a former contractor.
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This item will move to the next EDC meeting for further discussion.
Old Business:
1. EDC 2009 -17 Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances Providing for the
Regulation of Signs
A recap of the unfinished business regarding signs was given by Travis. It was noted
that the committee had decided that no lettering should be allowed on the wind feathers.
Fees were also going to be discussed. Travis also noted confusion on trailer signs. He
said on page 8, section I — trailer signs - language was added that states "except
directional ... signs ".
Wind feathers are exempt from this chapter, if they are made of certain material and have
no text or logos. If they have logos, they are considered a sign. The renewal fee for the
feathers is $5.00, after the initial cost of $25. Alderman Gilson said the unmarked
feathers have no regulations, but can become untidy. He has no issues with allowing
logos on the feathers. The committee also discussed regulating the unmarked feathers the
same as marked ones. After a brief discussion, it was decided to move this item to the
City Council consent agenda.
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2. PC 2009 -01 Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances Providing for the
Regulation of Wind Energy Systems
Alderman Gilson had several concerns about various parts of the ordinance. Those
included:
1. Section for permitting should include language for "cost of staff and remediation,
but not limited to... ". (Travis said that "any and all enforcement costs" already
covers this. Golinski asked if the City would require the owner to sign an
acknowledgement form.
2. Concern for possible fire danger if unit falls down, also concern for possible noise
if not maintained
3. Wants to make sure the City is covered in all aspects of liability and
regulation/enforcement
4. What are the codes and regulations and are they sufficient (from Page 2, `B ").
Travis has spoken with Bill Dettmer regarding the structure mountings, height
limitations, etc.
5. How does the IBC (International Building Codes) approach mountings and are
they applicable to wind systems
6. Do all rooftop systems have Underwriter Laboratory approval? (Mayor Burd
commented that Metra West is forming a task force to research wind energy
systems and asked the City to share their information when finished with the
ordinance).
7. Disagrees with lifting of annual inspections
8. Suggested City set a standard for maintenance. Travis said the IBC includes
standards for the structure, however, George said it does not cover the
maintenance. He added the devices purchased from internet companies would not
include maintenance.
9. Concern for paint problems, color, broken propellers, repair, risks (Mayor
compared these concerns to similar problems with a home). Alderman Sutcliff
said the City cannot micro - manage. Alderman Golinski said the units only make
about $30 of electricity with a charge of $100 for a permit. Mayor Burd said
citizens have a right to their personal property.
10. Need time limit for restoration —one month (committee approved of this time)
11. Possible increase in permit fees
12. Ordinance needs to include language stating "system must be from reputable
manufacturers or approved equal" and specify type of materials and manufacturer
as a way to regulate systems. Alderman Werderich suggested the attorney review
this language. Mayor Burd commented that Attorney Orr said specific
manufacturers could not be named in the ordinance.
In conclusion, revisions will be made and there will be a first reading at the next meeting.
3. EDC 2009 -07 "Shop Yorkville"– Update
Glory Spies presented a Power Point update of this campaign. Some of the comments
were:
I . Chairman Golinski suggested a logo contest, merchant could donate a gift card as
a prize
2. Mayor Burd suggested shopping bags (no plastic) with logos
3. Sales tax benefit info was included on the website and where the money is used
4. Glory will email the link to each Alderman for their review
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5. Businesses can register on line to be included on website
6. Show faces of more Yorkville residents on presentation
7. Include list of restaurants
8. Glory will place logo on Green Committee agenda for discussion at June 15
meeting
9. Be cautious about being fair to all businesses
10. Glory will include census information
11. Use common language that demonstrates how campaign will benefit citizens
12. Present "features" on certain businesses and rotate those featured on site
Additional Business:
Alderman Spears asked about the Westbury Development signs on Rt. 47 and said they p
are faded and unattractive. Travis said Bill Dettmer has been inspecting the signs.
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 9:13pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Marlys Young
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