Economic Development Minutes 2009 02-03-09 Page 1 of 4 I APPROVED 3/3/09
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 3, 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
Assistant City Administrator Bart Olson
Attorney Kathleen Orr
Alderwoman Robyn Sutcliff
Other Guests:
Lynn Dubajic, YEDC
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Golinski at 7:00pm.
Presentation:
None
Minutes for Correction /Approval: December 2, 2008
The minutes were approved as read with one minor correction on page 1: amount should
be $180,000 rather than $180.000
Items Recommended by Plan Commission for Approval:
1. PC 2008 -28 Daniel Laniosz (Thistle Stop Garden Shop) Annexation Agreement
Amendment — Site Plan
This property did not include a site plan for a portion of the property now being used. A
neighbor to the east was concerned about the uses of the property and requested screening
from his property. Mr. Laniosz was issued a zoning violation in October that resulted in
this amendment.
Memorial Day is the target date for installation of the screening as a result of a Plan
Commission recommendation and Mr. Laniosz will be required to maintain /replace any
plant material that might die in the screening. The neighbor who had the concerns agreed
to the recommendations that came from the Plan Commission. A Public Hearing has
been scheduled on February l O th at the City Council meeting.
Attorney Orr said she is in the process of revising the format of the forms used for
ordinances and revisions such as this, so that they will be more understandable in the
future as well.
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This matter will move to the City Council consent agenda. If there are any issues
resulting from the Public Hearing, the item can be removed from the consent agenda.
2. PC 2009 -01 Zoning Ordinance Chapter 16 — Wind Energy Systems
Chairman Golinski summarized the guidelines already established. He said large and
medium scale wind systems would be considered special use and must go before Plan
Commission and City Council. Large systems would be considered special use only in
agricultural zoned districts. Small systems would be considered special use in estate and
agricultural as well as other classifications. These would require a permit and an annual
review.
Setbacks were also discussed and Chairman Golinski said he had done research that
stated people objected to the noise of large wind farms with only 1500 -foot setbacks near
residential areas. The noise came from the wind rushing through the blades plus the
mechanics and the vibrations. Also of concern, was shadow flicker and the danger of ice
flying off the turbines. One -mile setbacks are required in some European countries. His
research also showed a minimum distance of 2,640 feet setback from any residential
building. The recommended distance away from the nearest parcel lot line is 1.1 times
the height of the structure.
Discussion turned to the revenue aspect. Permit fees would be the only revenue at this
time. Attorney Orr raised the question of why a landowner would want to annex to do a
wind farm, but yet the City would want them to annex to gain revenue.
It was noted that some homeowners' associations have covenants that do not allow solar
panels and possibly not wind systems.
This matter will move forward to the Council consent agenda. A Public Hearing was
held at a recent Plan Commission and Attorney Orr will prepare an ordinance.
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New Business
1. EDC 2009 -01 Building Permit Reports for November and December 2008
For 2008, 153 single - family permits were issued and $500,000 was received in
development fees. Bart Olson said preliminary census figures were released and it is
hoped that an additional $700,000 in income taxes, use taxes and MFT taxes will be
gained.
Alderman Sutcliff asked if potential businesses are required to pay money upfront for
City time invested, prior to construction. According to Travis, deposits are required for
legal reviews and plans and they are collected at the time of application. Other
safeguards and fees have also been put in place.
Lynn Dubajic updated the committee regarding the future Walmart. They would like to
close on a part of the property this year, however, there is concern regarding the Rt. 34
improvements. A Public Hearing is scheduled in March to review IDOT's plans.
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It was also noted a dialysis center is scheduled at Rush Copley and grading work has
begun. The Edward E.R. unit has also been approved.
2. EDC 2009 -02 Monthly Plan Commission Report for December 2008
3. EDC 2009 -03 Monthly Plan Commission Report for January 2009
Travis noted that the proposed parking ordinance was discussed. The Plan Commission
did not make a recommendation and felt it was not necessary. EDC committee members
concurred with this opinion. No further action will be taken.
4. EDC 2009 -04 Kendall County Revolving Loan Program - Discussion
Travis noted that the Public Works committee recommended that the Council be aware of
this program. Alderman Allen supports this program and wants to promote it for the
City. Ms. Dubajic said the YEDC's website has a direct link to this program and she
also carries literature. She said one business in the City has used the program, however,
some applicants resist the program because their business records become public. There
is approximately $1 million in this program and it can be used by a company or
municipality for the purpose of creating jobs.
Alderman Allen asked that Glory Spies promote this in a press release.
5. EDC 2009 -095 Ordinance Amending City Code Regarding Advertising on Signs
and Buildings
Chairman Golinski said that he concurred with the staff recommendation to delete this
ordinance and the old 1890 section.
Attorney Orr also said she will also revise a portion of section 8 -11 -5 and amend the
ordinance to strike the old section. This will move to the consent agenda.
6. EDC 2009 -06 Easement Agreement — Raintree Village Homeowners Association
Raintree HOA and YBSD have both signed this agreement. An ordinance will be needed
to approve authorization for the Mayor to execute it. This matter will move to the
consent agenda.
7. EDC 2009 -07 "Shop Yorkville" Campaign -Discussion
This was placed on the agenda by Alderman Munns. It was noted that the Chamber has
undertaken such a campaign in the past in conjunction with other events in the City.
Chairman Golinski said he had done research on the internet and said there was abundant
information that could be used in Yorkville. It was suggested that such information
should be placed on the city website as well as distributed to new residents. Ms. Dubajic
said all taxing bodies should also have links. Golinski asked that City Administrator
McLaughlin, as Chamber liaison, should approach the Chamber. February 19 is the
next Chamber meeting and Bart Olson will advise him of this meeting. He will be asked
to bring back information next month.
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Ms. Dubajic reported there will be a Job Fair on April 7 th at the High School. It was
suggested that the Chamber have links for local job openings as well. Alderman Besco
noted that the border patrol is hiring 11,000 people. Others hiring are the FBI and Census
Bureau. It was decided to wait for the Chamber feedback and bring this item back to
committee next month.
Old Business:
1. EDC 2008 -48 Integrated Transportation Plan — Progress Report/Project Update
The next steering committee meeting is in March. Prior to that, a visual preference
survey for streetscapes will be shared with businesses with the intention of having
feedback prior to the steering meeting. The next public meeting will be held in May. At
that time, a draft is expected to be finished.
The focus will be on a trail and streetscape plan and it is hoped that by August the plan
will be finished. Chairman Golinski said he would like to see realistic solutions and
plans. Funding solutions will also be included in the plan.
2. EDC 2008 -47 Zoning Ordinance Update — Status Report
At the next Council meeting, the Mayor's report will include a list of nominees for a 7-
member Zoning Commission comprised of city residents. The purpose will be to create
and prepare an update to the Zoning Ordinance. A Public Hearing will also be held for
input and a final recommendation to the City Council will be made by the Zoning
Commission. It is expected this process will take about a year and after that the
Commission will cease to exist. The Mayor has provided a list of potential commission
members to Travis. By the 10 he hopes to have the list narrowed down for approval.
Attorney Orr added that there are procedural issues in the Zoning Ordinance and she will
make revisions.
Additional Business:
Chairman Golinski asked about the status of the Tuscan Plaza. It is now for sale and
there are parties interested.
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm.
Minutes by Marlys Young, Minute Taker