EDC Minutes 2008 07-03-08 Page 1 of 5 APPROVED 8/5/08
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Thursday, July 3, 2008, 7pm
City Conference Room
In Attendance:
Committee Members
Chairman Gary Golinski
Alderman Joe Besco
Alderman Robert Allen
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Other Citv Officials:
Alderwoman Robyn Sutcliff
Community Development Director Travis Miller 4
Mayor Valerie Burd (arr. 8:1Opm)
Other Guests:
Lynn Dubajic, YEDC Dan Kramer, Attorney
Harold Oliver, HRM Jason Poppen
Verne Henne Kyle Price
Martha Price John Philipchuck, Attorney
LeAnn Hatcher Juanita Hatcher
Randall Bus, Cemcon Audrey Orton
Loren Miller Rhonda Miller
Duane Orton Kirk Kruse, Rush Copley
Wade Joyner, Attorney
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Golinski at 7:00pm.
Presentation:
None
Minutes for Correction/Approval:
1. May 29, 2008 Special EDC Meeting
Z June S, 2008 Regular EDC Meeting
Both sets of minutes were approved as read.
Items Recommended by Plan Commission for Approval:
1. PC 2008 -13 Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
This is a request for Annexation and PUD Zoning and came before the Plan Commission
in June. They recommended approval of both. Staff also recommends the land use mix
that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and adjacent New Life Church PUD plan.
Alderman Allen pointed out that on page 17 of the agreement, Cross Lutheran is
erroneously referred to as New Life Church and needs to be corrected. Also, it was noted
that the zoning should be R2, not Rl. This moves to Public Hearing July 22 at 7pm.
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Z PC 2008 -12 Zangler Annexation and Zangler Woods Subdivision Plat
This matter is tabled until August.
3. PC 2008-15 Prairie Pointe Lot 2 —First Addition Subdivision
( Preliminary & Final Plat
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Travis said this is a re- subdivision of a lot in Prairie Pointe and Plan Commission
recommended approval. Plan Commission members had previously noted that future
buildings on lot 2 would not have direct access to their lot.
This request moves to the July 8 City Council, however, not on the consent agenda.
3. PC 2008 -17 United City of Yorkville —185 Wolf Street —Preliminary and Final
Subdivision Plat
This address will be the future home of the Public Works facility. It is a 2 -lot subdivision
with 2 buildings that the City has the option to purchase. One building could be the
Public Works facility while the second building is condominiums. The purpose of the
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plat is to separate the condos onto their own parcel. The City will maintain the
easements.
The Plan Commission recommended approval and Alderman Allen commented that it
will be beneficial because there has not been a new facility in a long time and has space
for growth. The future plan is for a joint Public Works and Parks facility.
This item moves to the regular agenda of the City Council.
New Business:
L PC 2008 -11 HRMProperties & Development, LLC — Courthouse Square PUD
Amendment Request (Cannonball Trail/Route 34)
This is an amendment to the original PUD for the development now known as
Cannonball Trails. Included in this proposed development are a daycare facility, gas
station, bank, restaurants and strip mall. A Public Hearing was held at a recent Plan
Commission meeting at which time the Commission members unanimously voted to not
approve. There was concern regarding the proposed gas station and possible runoff and
pollution to Blackberry Creek. Nearby private wells were also discussed for potential
runoff problems.
Some EDC committee members felt that the gas station was far enough away to not pose
a hazard. It was pointed out that other nearby businesses including a body shop, were
closer to the creek and had not caused any problems. It was also noted that regulations
concerning gas stations were very stringent today. Alderman Besco asked for
information regarding the distances to the creek for the proposed gas station and existing
Car Star business.
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Although Alderman Allen said the revenue would be beneficial for the City, he also
stated his concern regarding future heavy rains as seen this year, and the resulting
possible pollution of the creek. Miller said that the property developers anticipate using
underground runoff storage. He said that the existing Shell gas station stormwater
ultimately runs to Blackberry Creek.
Aldermen Besco and Golinski said that gas tanks are monitored very carefully and they
did not foresee any environmental hazards. Besco felt there was more danger from
existing nearby gas stations than there would be from a new facility and he wondered
what the City could do to keep all gas stations updated. It was noted that the new
Speedway has a conventional filtration system and it is upstream from the Fox River.
Miller said the City is ultimately responsible for monitoring outflow
YEDC Director Lynn Dubajic said that Blackberry Creek is rated very highly even with
runoff from the Shell and Car Star. The creek is rated an "A" stream.
An unidentified nearby resident asked who would be responsible for potential leaks to her
private well. Miller said if the source of the contamination were to be found, that party
would be responsible, otherwise it would be the property owner. The resident also added
that the distance from the corner of Cannonball to the creek is 1000 feet.
Access points off Rt. 34 and Cannonball were also discussed.
It was noted by Alderman Allen that once the PUD is approved, it would include all
facets of the agreement. He felt the Plan Commission sent a strong message with their
negative recommendation
Alderman Besco encouraged all EDC members to speak with Plan Commission members
for further input, prior to July 22 °d when this matter comes before the City Council.
There was also a brief discussion of the old landfill (Nelson property) north of the City
near Galena and Beecher. Besco said monitoring devices had been installed several years
ago. Allen said that this site was a serious concern and contained heavy metals. EEI had
done tests and the findings were better than what had been expected according to Miller.
An update on this site was requested.
2. EDC 2008 -25 Monthly Building Permit Report for May 2008
A total of 88 permits for the calendar year had been issued by the end of June.
3. EDC 2008 -26 Monthly Plan Commission Report for June 2008
Golinski said he had requested that Plan Commission votes (by commissioner) be
included in the Council agendas. If there are questions on dissenting votes, Council
members could then contact Commissioners for further information.
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3. EDC 2008-2 7 Rush-Copley Stormwater Easement Agreement Amendment
Attorney Philipchuck said there had been issues with the stormwater, but the problem has
now been solved. Travis thanked Rush - Copley for their immediate response.
Travis reviewed the easement agreement and said Phase II, a kidney dialysis center, is
ready to begin. The original agreement states that an outfall must be constructed when
Phase II begins, however, if Rush Copley can demonstrate the outfall is not needed,
Phase II can move forward. This amendment would state the outfall is not needed.
However, in the last 2 weeks, it was found that the basin elevations were a couple feet
higher than they should be. Staff is recommending approval of the easement agreement
subject to addressing a few issues on the site. A permanent outfall will need to be
constructed at a future date, however, a temporary outfall was recommended and would
be constructed to drain into a field tile system. Mr. Wywrot recommended to not take
this step unless lowering the basin does not work. Besco questioned the integrity of the
tile, however, a tile report showed the system to be draining properly.
Mr. Miller will monitor this issue and this item will move to the July 8 th Council meeting.
4. EDC 2008 -28 Integrated Transportation Plan — Contract for Services Approval
The City has received an approximate $90,000 grant and will match a portion of that
amount for a non - vehicle pedestrian plan. This would include bike /pedestrian trails.
Chairman Golinski stated the City prepared an RFQ and received many responses. An
evaluation committee reviewed the responses and narrowed the list to two proposals. It
was determined that Smith Engineering presented the best proposal.
Jason Poppen gave an overview of the plan. The 2 parts to the plan are: 1) multi -use
trail system to help move people throughout town and 2) policies and procedures for
future development of the downtown including protecting river and streetscapes.
Alderwoman Sutcliff asked if the trail system would be in conjunction with the original
bike path plan. Travis added that all previous work for trails /paths etc. would be taken
into consideration when working on this integrated plan. This will be a year -long process
and will include IDOT and IDNR.
The use of asphalt for paths was addressed by Alderman Besco. He objected to the use of
it because it is not `green ", is costly and is bad for the environment. He said Fox Valley
Park District used crushed rock for their trails. Golinski noted that crushed rock would
not be wheelchair - friendly, however.
Allen recalled that a large amount of money had been spent on the downtown area
several years ago and suggested that plan be revisited in an effort to conserve money.
Poppen said his group would look to the City for direction. Golinski added that he wants
to see implementation of a realistic plan. Connectivity between various segments of
paths is a priority according to Poppen. Bike paths over the river were also mentioned.
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Mayor Burd said that over the last few years, various segments of the trail were delayed
and the City must now make the commitment to finish the trails. A suggestion was made
by Golinski to find funding sources such as grant opportunities and he added that various
bicycle leagues could be aware of grant information.
This moves to the July 8 th City Council.
New Business:
S. EDC 2008 -29 Amendment to Ordinance 2005 -11— Building Code Section 503.1.5
An amendment from 2005 stemmed from fire safety concerns and lack of appropriate fire
equipment. The current code allows for a 4 -story combustible material building and
anything taller requires a steel frame construction. The City amended the code to allow
only a 3 -story combustible material building due to a lack of fire equipment tall enough.
Since then, the Fire Department has acquired the taller equipment. j
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Recently, a petition was filed for a 4 -story building. After speaking with the Fire
Department and gaining their support for this structure, the staff recommends the
proposed amendment. All committee members were in favor.
6. EDC 2008 -30 Future Meeting Dates
The EDC meetings will switch to the first Tuesday of the month in order to allow items
to move forward to Council meetings the following week. This becomes effective in
August.
Old Business:
1. EDC 2008 -21 Pulte (Autumn Creek Subdivision) —Water Main and Sanitary Sewer
Recapture Agreements
Tabled until August.
Additional Business:
It was noted that the water park is now open.
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 8:24pm.
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