EDC Minutes 1999 03-16-99 CITY OF YORKVILLE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MARCH 16, 1999
Present: Art Prochaska, Jeff Spang, Valerie Burd, Richard Scheffrahn,
Richard Sticka, Tom Sowinski, Jim Nanninga, Bob Johnson,
Anne Lucietto- Scheffrahn (Planning Commission)
Facade Program
There was discussion on whether to apply this program as a historical district or within the business area.
The area of Hydraulic to Van Emmon / Mill to Main will be designated first. The theme of "Midwest 1890's"
and other guidelines were brought up. A committee, (2 exeficio members, a business person, an architect,
an engineer, a building trade person, a historical society member and a City of Yorkville resident), would be
formed with a limited budget of $10,000 for this program. This will be presented as a pilot program and
expanded if successful. Dan Kramer will be consulted if an ordinance or resolution is needed.
Fox Hill - Shared Sewer Costs Agreement / Park Land
Richard Faltz discussed the proposal of exchanging designated park land areas. His attorneys have not
been able to contact Mr. Kramer. The idea of exchanging park land was discussed. There will need to be a
comparative analysis and appraisal done. The park contribution is more than required. The possibility of
rezoning to B -3 was discussed. There is a PUD agreement with the developer and this would be an
amendment. Mr. Kramer will be contacted to see if the City would be legally bound, whether to have the
appraisal at B -3 or as undeveloped land. Mr. Prochaska asked to have a rough draft before April 20.
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EDC Co -op Resolution
The formation of an EDC Co -op was discussed. The progress would be reviewed annually with the
Chamber. Both banks, the Chamber and Countryside are all interested. There will be different membership
levels with representatives and a Board of Directors. The City would then be able to have a full time EDC
position (approximately $45,000 salary) working with a $100,000 budget. Office space may be considered as
a donation. There will be a presentation made to the School and Sanitary Boards. Guidelines and by -laws
will be further developed.
Concept - PC 99 -02 Halt Club Re- zoning Request
There were no members from the Halt Club present. Mr. Prochaska stated the club is considering building a
1,500 sq. ft. club house and parking lot on West Hydraulic along the river. They would like the parcel
rezoned to Office from R -4 PUD. The zoning request may not be appropriate for their use. The set backs
would need a variance and a bike trail/walkway easement needed. Mike Schoppe's suggestions were
reviewed. The consensus of concerns expressed were:
• What would the building look like - what are the actual plans? What is the scale?
• Where would the parking lot actually be located?
• The Planner has a concern about the street set back.
• Would there be a pedestrian easement along the back for a walkway?
• Would there be sidewalks?
• Would "O" be the appropriate zoning? Would B -1 PUD be more appropriate?
YEDC 3/16/99
Metra Feasibility Study
The "Resolution Announcing the Intent of Kendall County Government to Work Collectively in Pursuit of a
Metra Feasibility Study" was passed out and briefly reviewed.
January Building Department Report
The report was approved with no discussion.
Public Works
Mr. Nanninga explained that $5,500 was paid to Deuchler for a study of two options concerning Fox Metra.
The Oswego interceptor was discussed. Option 1 shows that this does not need to be enlarged. Both
options and the various scenarios were discussed. The property owners will be contacted to see if there is
interest in annexing. Discussions will be kept open.
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
Submitted by,
Sheryl Washburn
Recording Secretary
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