EDC Minutes 1998 12-15-98 CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 15, 1998
Present: Art Prochaska, Jeff Spang, Valerie Burd, Richard Scheffrahn,
Richard Sticka
Cannonball Hill - Sidewalk Variation
Alan Norton requested a variance for placing a sidewalk in his development. There was discussion of
the practicality and the current ordinance interpretation. He also expressed his problem with the
transition fee structure and costs. Mr. Norton suggested the fees are keeping developers from building
in Yorkville. Chairman Prochaska suggested he put his argument and specific requests in writing and
present it to COW January 7.
T &D Metal Products
Attorney Kinally, representing Remline, explained their request to annex into the city. The EPA issues
concerning their land were discussed. EPA is currently investigating a violation of the Clean Air Act.
The Sanitary District will need details of Remline's projected use. The tap on fee is estimated at $40-
50,000. The city's portion of the tax bill may be rebated for 3 -4 years. Jim Nanninga will be asked for a
presentation of the soil and water. This will go to COW.
Metro Traffic Study Presentation
Rolf Kilian and Sat Nagar, of Metro, gave a presentation of the consulting services they could offer to
the city. They reviewed the background of the Metro Transportation Group, Inc. who works closely with
IDOT. They were involved with the Rt. 47 SRA project and could not consult for the city on this. The
range of rates were discussed. Mike Schoppe will be consulted about traffic studies and consultants.
Metro was asked to put together a proposal to be looked at.
Art Sheridan Annexation & Rezoning
The Plan Commission voted to recommend annexation and rezoning as a PUD. Dan Kramer
recommended there be a PUD agreement written before the City Council votes upon this. Mr. Sheridan
had no objection to the B -3 PUD. The annexation / de- annexation process and recapture fees were
discussed. Mr. Sheridan is hoping to begin construction this Spring. This will go to COW.
Unit 4 - White Oak
A July 22 memo from Joe Wywrot was briefly discussed. This was decided to be tabled.
Land Cash Ordinance - Review of Revisions / School Transition Fees
The possible revisions, fee structures and scenarios were discussed. Jim Nanninga will be asked to
arrange a presentation for all the municipalities and the school board. This will be discussed further at
COW.
Federal Express Drop Box Installation
Federal Express is wanting to install a drop box on Beaver St. on the city's right -of -way. This will be
recommended at COW.
Fixed Assets & Property Accounting Appraisal
Mr. Scheffrahn said there are companies that do appraisals for fixed assets which needs to be done to
"clean up" the audit.
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Engineering Fees Review
There was discussion about Mr. Wywrot changing the fees and what they may be. This will go to
COW.
Current Budget Review
There was a question if money had been added to EDC and what it could be used for.
1999 Budget Preparation
It was suggested to see what money may be needed for EDC next year. The EDC position being full or
part time and the salary was discussed.
Facade Program
The possibility of having a matching grant for permanent building improvements was discussed. The
various programs surrounding communities are using were reviewed. Ms. Burd was asked to draft a
plan to be presented later. Money may be added in the budget for this program.
Downtown District Identification
Different areas of where the Downtown District area boundaries could be were discussed. A downtown
map will be looked at later and areas defined.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Submitted by,
Sheryl Washburn
Recording Secretary
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