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APPROVED AUGUST 21, 2007
United City of Yorkville
800 Game Farm Road
Yorkville, IL 60560
Special Economic Development Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 31 2007
7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
In Attendance: Guests:
Gary Golinski - Alderman Joe Plocher — Alderman
Jason Leslie — Alderman Katie Cunningham
Joe Besco — Alderman Paul Bertie
Bart Olson — Assistant City Richard Hayes
Administrator Tony Graff
Travis Miller - Community Ed LeCompte
Development Director Sergeant Hilt
Dan Kramer — Attorney Todd Milliron
Meeting Called to Order: By Jason Leslie at 7:00 p.m.
Presentation:
None
New Business:
1. EDC 2007 -24 Monthly Building Permit Report for June 2007
Alderman Jason Leslie requests a brief rundown of where we are this year versus
projected and as compared to last year. Bart Olson states that last year as of June 30
we were at five hundred and as of June 30 we were at two hundred thirty - three. Mr.
Olson explains we're seeing roughly about a 50% decline in housing and we did
budget for at least 800 permits. He explains that if the housing market turns around
the budget may not be affected. If we're not getting in new housing we won't be
making capital purchases that are generated by new housing such as tools, police cars,
public works, trucks, etc. We don't need fees because there is no demand.
2. EDC 2007 -25 Monthly Plan Commission Report for July 2007
Travis Miller states that this is a new agenda item and so far it's been easy to get out.
Mr. Miller asks the Board if there are additional notes they'd like in the report to ask
him.
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Alderman Joe Besco wants any issues brought up by the Plan Commission to be listed
on the plan commission report.
3. PC 2007 -16 Yorkville Crossing Unit 1 (Wal -Mart) —Final Plat
Travis Miller summarizes staff comments and states that Crimson Lane right -of -way
dedication is included on this final plat and that improvements will be completed in
phases. The first phase will be the segment from Countryside Parkway to the Prairie
Pointe Subdivision access point. Engineering plans have been submitted states Miller.
The Final Plat was approved August 22, 2006 states Miller. He also notes that the plat
itself will be revised and the next step will be to have it approved at the COW
meeting.
Alderman Leslie wants to know about green practices being used in this project.
Richard Hayes representing Wal -Mart states that the building has 14 to 15 energy
features built in. For example the roof is white to reflect light for energy and the 220
skylights are 5' x 6' and have been added to bring in light. There are florescent
fixtures that allow lights inside to dim. The lights inside will be on sensors so they
will go off when enough light is coming in through the roof. Speaker also notes that
the total program saves enough power to power 50 thousand homes.
Alderman Leslie brings up the concern over the asphalt and the water draining issue.
Travis Miller states that the water will be drained into an infiltration basin which
allows the water to drain and it becomes filtered before it gets to the retention basin.
Mr. Hayes states that there will be a plastic pipe being used that will be able to
discharge the water underground through the groundwater.
Alderman Besco wants to know what makes this Wal -Mart different. Mr. Hayes
explained that this Wal -Mart is unique not only in its design but that it is the only one
of its kind in Illinois. This super center has a full grocery. It has three entrances one
for the garden center, one general and one for the grocery center. There is an outdoor
pick up area and this is a new feature for Wal -Mart. There is a drive through
pharmacy similar to Walgreen's. Guest speaker goes onto state that there are three
different types of facing with three different colors. Those colors being: a reddish
color, a brown color and a cream color. Also at each entry are vestibules that project
out 20 feet from the building. The super center is 600 feet long in the front.
Paul Bertie with Wal -Mart states that Wal -Mart now wants each store to be different.
He states that each community will get its own layout that is personalized for them.
Alderman Golinski wants to know when the preliminary construction is scheduled
for. Mr. Bertie states that Wal -Mart is to get all their permits in hand before they start
building and right now they are waiting on the a permit from IDOT.
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Alderman Leslie would like to look at recommendations for the board going forward
upon staff approvals and for the extension for approval.
The members of the committee present unanimously agreed to move this on to the
August 14, 2007 Committee of the Whole.
4. PC 2007 -22 B & P Rezoning
Attorney Dan Kramer, states that this is a final bid on the 14 acres parcels located just
south of Corneils Road. It was originally annexed to the City as part of the Mike and
Tami Rosenwinkel property back when the City wanted owners to join the City and
annex voluntarily. This property is actually two parcels; one owned by the Moose
Lodge and the other by Morrelli. These owners would like to amend the zoning to an
R -2D, a duplex development. This is a concept plan with a series of comments made
by plan council made with recommendations. Mr. Kramer asks for positive
recommendations for the City Council for the changes it's self.
Alderman Jason Leslie asks about the adjacent property and Kramer states that it is
Caledonia Subdivision which is an R -2 zoning from Inland that has smaller lots.
Mr. Kramer also states that Travis Miller asked for a PUD on this and the petitioner
agreed to that. Miller states that the plan commissioner wants PUD for the R -2
duplex. Another item Miller brings up is the staff report listed a set plan that could
dedicate right away and those things required would include: 40 feet dedicated,
updated fee schedule, and architectural standards.
Alderman Leslie states these are things we are looking at and the flow seems good as
far as Caledonia is concerned. Leslie asks to move forward on staff recommendations.
Miller states that with the PUD agreement it will require a public hearing. Kramer
states that it really is a modification of the existing annexation agreement that would
need to be brought before the City Council.
S. PC 2007 -24 Kalant Development —Rezoning
Travis Miller states that the petitioner is not present however the plan commissioner
granted approval in a public hearing on July 11, 2007. The property is located on the
northwest corner or RT 47 and Center Street. The property is located north of the
town square park and the petitioner is requesting for rezoning the one parcel from an
R -2 to B -2. Miller states that the petitioner wants to use the existing structure for
office use and touches on the comprehensive plan recommendations. Miller states that
the plan for the property recommends traditional neighborhood. They want to keep
the small town charm and allow for retail to occur. Miller states that the plans are to
be reviewed.
Alderman Jason Leslie is concerned about getting in and out of the property parking.
He states that there was just an ordinance passed that there will no longer be any left
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turns off of Hydraulic and River Roads onto RT 47. Leslie states that turning north
bound onto 47 will be difficult and to bear in mind this is a concern.
Alderman Plocher said that there has been a talk in the neighborhood that they'd like
to see business go all the way around the park. The vision was that the corridor of 47
be moved to downtown.
Alderman Besco is concerned about what type of businesses will go in there and if
the parking for the operation of the businesses will interfere with what is going on in
the park at various times. Alderman Leslie would like to keep the City beautiful and
doesn't understand the motivation behind purchasing this property and he wants to
know where we go from here.
Mr. Miller states that the petitioner is offering onsite parking. He will share the
Boards concerns with the petitioner and he'll draft up a review for a public hearing.
Mr. Miller states he will also bring up the aldermen's concerns including the right
turn in and right turn out onto 47.
Alderman Leslie also brings up the fact that Route 47 will need to be expanded one
day and asks if businesses are being built to keep this in mind.
6 PC 2007 -19 Briguglio — Lot 2 Meyer's Subdivision —Annexation
Attorney Dan Kramer explains that this request is for one lot county single family
home. The lot is 45,000 square feet located just south of River Road on the North side
of the river. Mr. Kramer stated that people talked to him and they wanted it annexed
into the City.
Alderman Jason Leslie said he was comfortable on the staff comments. Travis Miller
states that this will require a public hearing. Mr. Olson said they will hold a public
hearing at the end of August.
7. PC 2007-15 Grande Reserve Unit 28- Preliminary Plan
Travis Miller states this item will be continued and notes that Pasquinelli Homes
wants to move forward. Mr. Miller notes that they've made improvements and they
have the same number of units. They have garages now instead of parking lots.
Alderman Jason Leslie wants the petitioner to go ahead with this and no action taken.
8. EDC 2007 -26 Rt. 34/Sycammore Road Temporary Traffic Signal —Letter of
Understanding
Mr. Tony Graff states that the particulars have been worked out. They are getting an
answer from Greg at IDOT and they have 90 days to submit. Mr. Graff states that
they requested a credit on the road fee and that went for the business reimbursement
if business is established. Graff explains it is all contingent on Councils okay. Graff
explains they'd like to front fund if the City Council agrees.
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Alderman Jason Leslie wants to know if we may go over budget and Graff explains
they might not qualify for reimbursement.
Alderman Leslie wants to take this to COW on August 14, 2007 and the decision was
unanimously approved by voice vote to take to the COW.
9. EDC 2007 -29 Population Projection and Residential Development Key
Bart Olson explains that this is information only and no action needs to be taken.
10. EDC 2007 -30 Tuscan Plaza — Redevelopment Agreement Amendment —
Developer Note Information
Travis Miller states that this redevelopment agreement was approved this year on
May 8 Miller explains that this Tuscan Plaza has requested the City prepare a
Developer Note in order to provide evidence of financial commitment as part of the
current redevelopment agreement. Due to the location of this project being
significant to the redevelopment of the City's downtown, the City agreed to
reimburse the developer an amount not to exceed $1,833,000 of project costs. The
City pledged 75% of the incremental property taxes derived from this project to
annually reimburse the developer over the life of the TIF.
Alderman Jason Leslie is concerned about there being a hold put on the TIF. He feels
if the project can't fund itself on its own merits he is concerned about the City lending
for the project.
Mr. Miller states that a developer's note would not increase the City's commitment to
the developer per the redevelopment agreement nor would it increase the City's
liability.
Alderman Leslie wants the petitioner to come in and talk about the note. Mr. Leslie
would like to know more about the TIF.
Alderman Gary Golinski agrees with Leslie. They would like to bring this back to the
next EDC meeting with timelines, lock downs, and proof development is going
forward.
11. EDC 2007 -31 Comprehensive Plan — Plan Commission Steering Committee
Framework— Update /Discussion
Travis Miller goes over briefly the framework for the Citizen Advisory Committee.
Miller notes that there have been some additions and that their ultimate goal is to
have a good cross section of Yorkville on the committee. Miller is looking at having
about 25 — 30 persons and their kick off goal will be in September. Miller feels that
they will meet bi- weekly or monthly.
Old Business:
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Bart Olson brings up changing the meeting time to 6:00 p.m. and the board decides to
keep the meeting starting time at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Olson also brings up meetings in December. We will be moving the December 18
EDC to December 11 Olson notes that the Public Safety meeting will be moved and
one COW will be cancelled.
Additional Business:
Travis Miller hands out Ordinance approving the rezoning or certain property in
furtherance of an annexation and planned unit development agreement.
Miller explains this is the Westhaven PUD agreement and that all zoning issues have
been done for the property. City Council approved the PUD agreement and since then the
project has sat idol. Now the market has brought in a buyer for the commercial part of the
plan.
Alderman Jason Leslie would like to move the annexation up on the 14' if there are no
critical changes at this time. Leslie would like the original annexation agreement put on
the web so the Alderman can' review.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. by Alderman Jason Leslie
Minutes submitted by:
Jamie Cheatham
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