EDC Minutes 1999 01-26-99 I
CITY OF YORKVILLE
MINUTES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - JANUARY 26, 1999
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Meeting Called to Order: 6:30 pm
Attendees: Art Prochaska
Tom Sowinski
Richard Sticka
Valarie Burd
Bob Johnson
Joe Wywrot
Greg Gabel
Mary Unterbrunner
Richard LaBerge
Patrick Kinnally (briefly)
1. Welcome Service - Mary Unterbrunner
Mary Unterbrunner, formerly with Welcome Wagon gave a three phase presentation on a
business she proposes to start tentatively called Home Town Hello. Since Welcome Wagon will
not be serving Yorkville any longer she would like to keep this service available to new residents
in Yorkville. She proposes in Phase One to obtain names and addresses primarily from the City
of Yorkville Water Department and compile a list of approximately 40 names and addresses for
future use by the Chamber of Commerce and the City. Phase II would be to build contacts
within the business community. Phase III would to put Phase I and Phase II together with the
Chamber and City. This would involve a per person fee to the City which she has not established
yet. The Chamber is receptive to getting names and addresses. Prochaska asked if this would be
her own business, and if the City paid a fee for the Welcome Wagon services. Mary confirmed
it would be her own business serving the Yorkville area, and that the City had not paid any fees
for Welcome Wagon Services. She proposed a contract with the City outlining her services.
Sticka asked if her service would extend beyond the City Limits. Mary stated she thought it
would. Sowinski asked what the per person fee was with Welcome Wagon. Mary stated
businesses paid $2.50 per name, but she really didn't know what the cost for her new service
would be to the City. Prochaska stated he saw potential problem, since services paid for by the
City generally require a bid situation, and if someone else wanted to provide a service like this
one, the City would have to let them. Prochaska stated he would speak to the City Attorney and
see what problems the City would have with purchasing a service like this.
3. Elite Printers - Richard LaBerge: Letter regarding Annexation & re- zoning
In 1995 when the City was setting boundary lines they sent out some letters inviting area
property owners to annex & re -zone so we could develop property. Richard LaBerge /Elite
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Printers was the recipient of one of these letters. On January 5, 1999 Mr. LaBerge sent the City a
letter (see letter attached) as a follow -up to our letter requesting possible annexation with a
number of requests included. Prochaska stated to answer the school and YSBD questions, the
City has no jurisdiction over the schools, and YBSD fees are also outside of City jurisdiction.
Nanninga is on vacation, but left a letter showing his views on this see letter attached).
Prochaska agrees with item #2, one (1) water hook -up would be given. Sticka stated the letter
outlines the City's standard offer for annexation. Prochaska explained how recapture works, i.e.
when someone runs water larger than necessary, and then the next property owner decides to
connect a recapture fee is allowed to the person installing the pipe. Sheridan may pay to install
this to his property at Route 34 & Eldamain. It is possible it may run in the right -of -way, we
don't know yet. LaBerge stated he thought we would write him an offer and he would take it to
his attorney for consideration. Sowinski asked how much property we are discussing and how
does the Comp Plan show development of this property. Prochaska stated it is a 3 acre parcel
and this is shown as Commercial on the Comp Plan. If LaBerge annexed and re -zoned and then
sold his property it would be beneficial to have already annexed. LaBerge asked if there were
any meetings scheduled for the Sheridan parcel. Prochaska stated it was on the City Council
Agenda for 1/28/99.
6. Inland /Landmark Center - Greg Gabel
Prochaska distributed a fax on this topic from Chief Graff (see copy attached). There are also
comments from Wywrot & JT in a memo (see attachment), and Mike Schoppe will make his
comments available before Friday, 1/29/99 for the City meeting with Inland regarding Landmark
Center litigation negotiations. Gabel on behalf of Inland stated since this is in litigation, they
want to use the Comp Plan to resolve the issues. He suggested all of Route #34 be kept
commercial and presented their concept plan to work through. It was agreed that adjacent to the
town homes there should be a lot of buffer and there should be covered parking (garages). Trees
should stay along Walnut and there should be a suitable Landscaping Plan. Wywrot stated they
should maintain McHugh Road width as outlined in the memo. Prochaska stated any settlement
would include a Development Agreement. Gabel stated they do not have a building design yet,
but the plan shows a generous foot print, large enough to put any suitable building on. Prochaska
stated it might be nice to have a park near the apartments. The plan should show where McHugh
will come out onto Route #34 as part of the agreement. Mayor Johnson stated this will be
important as they work on getting signalization. Wywrot stated that IDOT will have their ideas
on where the light should be and they won't bend much.. Sticka asked about the large
commercial parcel. Gabel stated there will be out lots along the front for smaller food places,
etc. This is common in today's development. Gabel stated the plan shows less than 8 units per
acre and they have moved the detention into the residential as an amenity. Prochaska asked what
is the next step. Mayor Johnson stated that with favorable EDC results they will meet Friday to
work out a settlement agreement with Inland. This is a step in the right direction. If this is part of
the settlement that is worked out there will be no need to go to Plan Commission. The meeting
will take place at 3:00 PM on Friday, January 29, 1999 in the City Conference Room.
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Additional Business: Metro Station Committee
There was a meeting with Metro regarding putting together a group to locate some stations in
Kendall County for a unified approach. An Ad Hoc committee will be put together comprised of
a person from each city. Yorkville needs a representative from the Economic Committee to sit in
on this committee. It will be on the second Tuesday. Mayor Johnson will sit on this committee
until April 30, 99 at which point someone else will have to take -over. The needed study is
expensive, about $200,000. Scheffrahn stated the CAT study addresses future stations including
Kendall County. Kendall County is ranked as a less likely run than as compared to other busier
areas. However, Aurora's Metro station is at capacity. They will identify the number riders from
various outlying areas that are currently boarding in Aurora and then determine where new
station should be located based on the ridership of the specific area. Metro does require 20 acres
of available land for adequate parking which is good for Yorkville since we do have the acreage
along the tracks.
2. November Building Report
The November Building Report was approved and sent on to COW.
4. Downtown Parking
There are talks going on between J.T. and the Masonic Lodge. Prochaska will get and idea on
the status of those meetings and memo City Council.
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7. Land -Cash
Prochaska stated he had talked to Kramer and Dan is waiting to get with Nanninga to put
together all the input for an update. Prochaska suggested that working with developers in calling
in their Letters -of- credit, possibly the City could take a loan against the developers bond.
Additional Business: Facade:
Looking at a program for encouraging facade improvements as a pilot program.
5. Development North:
Scheffrahn presented and overview of the situation stating that Oswego is coming west out Route
#34 and Montgomery is coming toward us very aggressively. Several developers may be
interested. Oswego is looking to make sure that the Route #34 and Orchard Road intersection
will be annexed to Oswego. They are giving an inducement of a 12" water line to that area to
come into Oswego. Montgomery is approaching landowners in the Yorkville area. Yorkville
needs to be able to offer developers something that doesn't have any out of pocket expense for
Yorkville. For development, Yorkville's North area would need a water tower in order to service
that area. Prochaska asked for ideas on ways Yorkville can attract annexation without spending.
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Scheffrahn stated the interceptor review of a few years ago could be looked at again. Wywrot
stated there is a letter on this from Deuchler (see attached). Scheffrahn stated that a line from the
pump station would cost 1 to 2 million. Connection fees for 700 homes would pay for this.
Wywrot stated the Hinsdale Nursery /Mosher development will be in three stages. It is pretty
conceptual now. The study will tell us what we can and cannot do and will cost $5500. Sowinski
stated we should go ahead with the study. Scheffrahn stated perhaps we could extend the
Blackberry Creels North Interceptor along Kennedy Road or something similar. Prochaska asked
if this study would show the service area of Blackberry Creek North. Wywrot stated yes,
everything all along the way. Prochaska stated we need to decide what we want to do to secure
this area north and aggressively pursue the areas we need. Wywrot stated we need to decide if
we want an interceptor or perhaps Fox Metro might be a better option. Wywrot stated that
Deuchler needs and answer now, as they have a commitment that is going to tie them up later.
Prochaska stated this would be a study to determine growth to the Northeast. We need this study
before we can talk to YBSD. Sowinski asked for Wywrot's opinion on doing this study.
Wywrot stated the study will give us direction. The planning area exists today and you need to
deal with it today. Put on COW Avenda for 2/4/99 with a positive recommendation from EDC
Committee.
Next EDC will start discussion on School Transition Fees.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm
Minutes by Sandy Marker
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11925 Route 34
Plano, IL 60545 -9712
January 5, 1999
James Nanninga
City of Yorkville Administrator
111 W. Fox Street, Suite 3
Yorkville, IL 60560
Dear Mr. Nanninga:
We understand that there is possibility that annexation into the City of Yorkville may
reach a boundary agreement to the east side of Eldamain Road. With this possibility, we
are now considering your October 18,1995 proposal (page attached to this letter) with the
additional terms.
1. Our children will be allowed to enroll in Yorkville schools without a tuition fee.
2. Three water and sewer hook -ups with no fees as they become available.
3. Zoning would change under P.U.D. with no fees to us as the Comprehensive
Planning states.
4. Our business, Elite Printers, will be provided a chance to bid on the City of Yorkville's
printing needs.
We hope that we can reach an agreement with you. We do not wantprogress to be halted.
If you have any questions, please contact us at either 552 -1527 or 552 -1229. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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Valerie LaBerge
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Wednesday, October 18, 1995 708- 553 -4350
Richard & Valerie LaBerge
11925 W. Rt. 34
Plano, IL 60545
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Dear Property Owner:
We are writing o ask you to join us here as an important element in Yorkville's planned
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and orderly growth. In exchange for annexing to Yorkville now we would be willing to
discuss the following:
1. No annexation fee
2. Rebate each year on the increase in your real estate taxes that are a direct
result of annexation; namely, City -of - Yorkville and the Yorkville Library. This
would remain in effect as long as you maintain ownership and the use does
not change from it's current use.
3. The property could come in as A1- agriculture or we could negotiate zoning
based upon the Comprehensive Plan or as mutually agreed.
4. The property would receive one exemption from City water ( 1" ) and from City
sanitary service connection fees as water and sewer become available.
Please be aware that the Fox Hill development which is directly south of your property
did bring both water and sewer mains to the - Rob Roy Creek and will be continuing
these lines west to Eldemain Road. These lines were oversized to accommodate some
additional growth.
We have now hired Deuchler Engineering to design a new line that would follow the
Rob Roy Creek south to River Road and then east to the Yorkville - Bristol Sanitary
District. That line may not be built for sometime. However, by annexing now, sewer and
water capacity would be reserved for your property so these would be immediately
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TO: Mayor
FROM: Jim Nanninga
DATE: January 21, 1999
SUBJECT: Richard LaBerge request to ann
We are responding to Mr. LaBerge's request dated, January
5, 1999. Mr. LaBerge refers to an offer made back in 1995
by me, upon concurrence with the Mayor, this is when we
were trying to set our boundaries. This is no longer the case
and that offer is not current and should not be used as a
given.
As with any business that the City requests to annex (but
actually Mr. LaBerge has made the request) is that the
annexation fees would be waived and the property could get
one water hook up (I") and one sanitary sewer (6 ") with out
a connection charge. The owner would still need to
purchase a water meter and install the actual services to the
building. We can not, of course, defer any of the YBSD fees
and /or charges. Of course, any and all recaptures for
extending.the lines from either Fox Hill or Art Sheridan
would have to be paid. I would recommend that the property
be annexed with the zoning that conforms to the
Comprehensive Plan, Commercial. There should be no
rebate of real estate taxes in my opinion.
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I would like to address the four items in Mr. LaBerge's letter:
1. No
2. He has asked for three water and sewer hook ups with no
fees. See above. If the Council would want to vary from
this, one compromise might be to interconnect his current
buildings from the single service. Then, whenever he splits
the property the buildings on the separated property would
have to construct their own services and pay all fees.
3. Already addressed this issue.
4. Yes, if annexed.
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To: Tun Nanninga, City Administrator From: Joe Wywrot, City Engineer �
Subject: Inland Property — SE Corner Route 3 & Route 47
Date: January 20, 1999
I have reviewed the concept plan we received recently for this property, and have the following
comments:
• Mike Schoppe should review the concept plan, especially with regard to appropriate land use,
density, adequate parking, and landscaping.
• IDOT will likely require some ROW dedication along Route 34. IDOT will also need to
approve the locations and types of access points to Routes 34 & 47.
• IDOT has expressed an interest in extending storm sewer to Route 34 near the NE corner of
this property. We should give them the opportunity to review the site plans.
• Will this development include the construction of a traffic signal at the Route 34 and new
McHugh Road intersection?
• Any site design should comply with our Subdivision Ordinance. We may want to have a
preliminary plan prepared to confirm that adequate space is set aside for detention and to
document other aspects of the site design such as ROW widths, areas to be dedicated to the
city, utility and sidewalk alignments, roadway design, etc. The plan should also provide for
cross - access between outlots to minimize curb cuts onto public roads.
• The Park Board should review this plan to discuss whether they want any land donations for a
park.
• There is recapture against this property for utilities constructed by St. Patrick's Church.
• With the large commercial usage of both new McHugh Road and Landmark Ave., I
recommend that these roads be built with a collector road pil4ement structure. While
Landmark Ave. could possibly be built to a narrower width, McHugh Road should have a
3 -lane cross section and should also comply with our ordinance with respect to minimum
horizontal curvature. Improvements will also be needed along existing MuHugh Road and
Walnut Street.
• The note on the concept plan regarding ROW and roadway design should be deleted.
• Will Inland be requesting that the common drive roadways be accepted as public roads? If so,
these pavements should also comply with our ordinance with respect to pavement structure,
minimum radii, ROW dedication, etc.
• Existing Landmark Ave. is only in fair condition. Due to the increased usage of this road, I
recommend that this development reconstruct existing Landmark Ave.
• We should require that a 12" watermain and be extended to the NE corner along Route 34,
and that extended sanitary sewer be kept as deep as possible and extended to the same area.
If you have questions about any of these items, please call me.
1126/99 at 5:02 PM Anton & Michelle Graff & Family (630) 553 -1838 rayc. c
YORKVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT
804 Game Farm Road
Yorkville, IL 60560
TO: Adm. Jim Nanninga
FM: Chief Tony Graff
RE: Landmark Center Project Review
DATE: January 26, 1999
The following comments are from a preliminary review of a concept plan I reviewed in
regards to the project being developed by Inland Corporation known as Landmark Center.
The concept depicts a mixed zoning of commercial, multi - family, and residential zoning.
The density level within the multi - family is above and beyond our current zoning
requirements and this could be an acceptable comprise as it compliments the commercial
district area. There is one area of concern where there is residential zoning, which is next
to RT34 and I concur with Adm. Nanninga's recommendation to change this zoning to a.
floating zoning, so we can preserve the commercial district on RT34.
The commercial site seems to be adequate as it reflects 102,000 square feet of building
space which should attract a good commercial user for this site.
The McHugh Road alignment needs to be reviewed as it connects to the current road
design otherwise the McHugh Road design within the project should be a good collector
road and solve the current design problem with McHugh Road connecting to RT34.
However, we will need to close the existing McHugh Road & RT34 intersection and
make it a cul -de -sac.
One recommendation for the project is to insist on all collector roads and proper
intersections connecting to RT34 & RT47 to be completed in phase one of the project, so
to facilitate traffic safely throughout the site
Another consideration is the Walnut St. improvements need to be move within our 5 year
street plan to coincide with this project and Fremont St. intersection at Walnut St. should
be properly aligned with this project.
Any questions regarding these comments please contact me. Thank you for allowing my
comments to be incorporated with this review as requested by EDC Chairman Prochaska.
WALTER E. DEUCHLER ASSOCIATES INC.
Consulting Engineers
230 WOODLAWN AVENUE • TELEPHONE (630) 897 -4651 • FAX (630) 897 -5696
AURORA, ILLINOIS 60506
January 15, 1999
Mr. Joe- Wywrot
City Engineer
City of Yorkville
111 W. Fox St.
Suite 3
Yorkville, IL 60560
RE: Proposal to Evaluate Sanitary Sewer Extension
in the Bristol Area
Dear Joe:
It is our understanding that the City of Yorkville is searching for the most cost - efficient method of
transporting wastewater flows from an area highlighted on the attached exhibit to either the existing
Blackberry Creek Interceptor owned by the Yorkville - Bristol Sanitary District or the proposed, Oswego
Interceptor to be installed by the Fox Metro WRD sometime next year.
Walter E. Deuchler Associates is proposing to evaluate the feasibility of these two options, at a not -to-
exceed amount of $5500, by performing the following services:
a) Study the subject area and evaluate the most feasible method of conveying wastewater flows via
gravity sanitary sewers and/or pump station to either the Yorkville- Bristol sanitary sewer system
and/or the Fox Metro Water Reclamation District sewer system.
b) Provide the City with an estimate of Population Equivalent (PE) based on the acreage to be served
in the subject area and the density of the future developments.
C) Prepare an Exhibit showing the approximate routing of the potential sanitary sewers, and forcemains
and location of potential pump station. The approximate sizing of the sewer lines and forcemains
will be shown on the Exhibit..
d) Provide the City with opinions of probable construction costs.
In order to perform this work, topographic maps of the subject area within two (2) foot contours will be
needed. We will also need the projected density of those future developments in order to accurately
calculate the future wastewater loads.
We propose to complete the project within three weeks from your authorization to proceed.
• Water Works and Sewerage • Buildings and Structures • Design and Construction
• Streets and Street Lighting • Investigations and Reports • Project Financing
Mr. Joe Wywrot
City of Yorkville
January 15, 1999
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Should you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Don Pieart
or the undersigned.
Very truly yours,
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