Economic Development Minutes 2009 05-04-09 Page 1 of 3 I APPROVED 6/2/09
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Mondav, May 4, 2009, 7pm
City Conference Room
In Attendance:
Committee Members
Chairman Gary Golinski
Alderman Joe Besco
Alderman Robert Allen
Other Citv Officials:
Community Development Director Travis Miller
Alderwoman Robyn Sutcliff
Community Relations Officer Glory Spies
Other Guests:
Tony Scott, Kendall County Record
Mark Mastrorocco, Pulte Homes
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Golinski at 7:00pm.
Presentation:
None
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Minutes for Correction /Approval: April 6, 2009
The minutes were approved as read.
Old Business: (moved forward on agenda)
3. EDC 2008 -53 Pulte - Autunin Creek Annexation Agreement Amendment — Fee
Payment Tuning
This item had been discussed previously in December. A letter was received from Pulte
Homes requesting the Council to consider the reduction or minimization of various fees.
After discussion, only two items were requested to be considered:
1. Building permit fee & timing for payment: request to pay 80% at time of
application and the other 20% at time of occupancy
2. Development fees /impact fees: request to pay 50% at time of permit and 50%
at occupancy
Travis said this action would require a Public Hearing. It will be placed on the Council
agenda, though not on consent. It was decided that instead of extending this to all
builders, each case would be decided individually.
The number of homes and townhomes remaining to be built was also discussed. Mr.
Mastrorocco said some other towns have granted a reduction in fees for a year and that a
reduction or timing of fees would be very critical for his company. Alderwoman Sutcliff
commented that the City could not reduce fees, since there are still expenses to be met.
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Alderman Allen said that while he supported the request, there would be two new
Councilmen coming on board to help make the decision. It was also noted by Travis that
there would be no demand for services until the homes are occupied.
(return to order of agenda)
New Business:
1. EDC 2009 -18 Building Pern :it for March 2009
No discussion.
2. EDC 2009 -19 Pasquinelli Permit Refund Request
City staff recommended to not refund the permit fees and Alderman Allen questioned
whether the permits should be extended. It was noted that Pasquinelli is no longer part of
this development, but the bank has not foreclosed on this property as of yet. Some issues
discussed were: can permits be transferred to another builder; request Pasquinelli to ask
for an extension and obtain the money from the next buyer; if there are more homes, it
would be beneficial for local businesses; want to see continued growth.
Travis suggested tabling this issue and inviting Pasquinelli to attend the next meeting to
discuss this matter. He will extend an invitation to them.
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3. EDC 2009 -20 Comprehensive Plan Design Guidelines Revisions - Discussion
Travis said there are some updates for consideration and some with new ordinances. He
will revise the Plan and send it to the City Council meeting on May 26.
Old Business:
1. PC 2009 -01 Wind Energy Systems Ordinance — Rooftop System Regulation
The rooftop portion of the ordinance was presented - -the first of three classifications. It
was noted that the administrative fee language was removed since the cost savings per
year for a $500 rooftop system would be approximately equal to the administrative fee.
Language was also included stating abandoned systems must be removed within one
month. The size of the blades was also changed. The system height on the roof was also
discussed and it was noted that installing this system requires a building permit. j
This item will move to the May 12th City Council agenda for a first reading.
2. EDC 2009 -17 Sign Ordinance Amendment — Temporary Sign Regulations
Travis Miller said several changes were made in the ordinance regarding temporary
signs. A recommendation was made by staff to exclude trailer signs from portable signs
and a separate definition will be created for "trailer signs ". Size requirements were
given as a maximum of 16 square feet. The duration of display of temporary signs is
increased in the amendment and it also allows for inflatable signs and searchlights once a
year.
This amendment will move forward to City Council.
(Item #3 discussed earlier)
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4. EDC 2009 -07 "Shop Yorkville" Campaign -Update
Glory Spies said that the draft will be completed by the next meeting. She suggested that
after a year's time, a business could be contacted via letter for any address or other
change. Another suggestion was that the business listing be removed after six months
and the business would have to renew. A press release will be issued with information
for businesses to become part of the website. Ms. Spies said she will design an
informational flier for the businesses. She said the owner of Vignettes will organize a
group from the businesses. Alderman Besco suggested a sticker for participating
businesses to display.
It was noted that the Chamber of Commerce and YEDC will not be involved since they
also support businesses outside the city limits of Yorkville.
Ms. Spies said the website would be a link from the City of Yorkville page. Possible web
addresses were discussed and the one preferred was "shopyorkvillenow.com.
5. EDC 2008 -48 Integrated Transportation Plan — Project Update
This is the monthly update and it was noted the next meeting is May 14 "' at the Park and
Rec office.
6. EDC 2008 -47 Zoning Commission Update
At the last meeting, the assessment report was reviewed. The next meeting is May 27
and new zoning classifications will be discussed at that time including a low residential
zoning classification and downtown zoning. It is expected that the Commission will
finalize the details of the ordinance at the June meeting.
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Additional Business:
Alderman Allen said he understood financing was needed for the water system and that it
would be difficult for the City if there is not more growth.
At the close of his 8 years in office, Alderman Besco thanked everyone for the good
cooperation of this committee.
Chairman Golinski asked Travis to explore liaisons for some of the committees and asked
if there should be a liaison for the downtown merchants' group.
The gas station scheduled for the corner of Rt. 34 and Cannonball Trail was discussed
and it was thought that it is currently in litigation.
The concept of having gardens on empty lots was discussed and Travis reported that
Centex and Lennar seemed open to this idea. He will discuss further with the Mayor.
There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 8:18pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Marlys Young
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