City Council Minutes 2010 11-09-10 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS
HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
800 GAME FARM ROAD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2010
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher called the meeting to order at 6:58 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Clerk Milschewski called the roll.
Ward I Gilson Present
Werderich Present
Ward I I Golinski Present
Plocher Present
Ward III Munns Absent
Sutcliff Present
Ward IV Teeling Present
Spears Present
Also present: City Clerk Milschewski, City Treasurer Powell, Attorney Orr, City Administrator/Interim
Director of Park and Recreation Olson, Police Chief Hart, Deputy Police Chief Hilt, Finance Director
Fredrickson, City Engineer Wywrot, Community Development Director Barksdale -Noble and Building
Inspector Zabel.
QUORUM
A quorum was established.
INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher asked the staff and guests to introduce themselves. He welcomed the guests and
asked them to enter their names on the attendance sheet provided.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher entertained a motion to table the Mayor's Report until the next City Council
meeting. So moved by Alderman Sutcliff, seconded by Alderman Werderich.
Motion approved unanimously by a viva voce vote.
COMMITTEE MEETING DATES
Public Works Committee Meeting: 6:30 p.m., November 16, 2010
City Hall Conference Room
Economic Development Committee: 6:30 p.m., December 7, 2010
City Hall Conference Room
Administration Committee Meeting: 6:00 p.m., November 18, 2010
City Hall Conference Room
Public Safety Committee Meeting: 6:00 p.m., November 22, 2010
City Hall Conference Room
PRESENTATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Tax Levy
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher opened the public hearing. City Administrator Olson gave a PowerPoint
presentation on the Tax Levy (see attached).
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher opened the floor for public comments. There was none.
The public hearing was closed.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
Rolf Snobeck, Grande Reserve subdivision, noted that he spoke to the City Council a few meetings ago
on the Crane's Chicago article. He stated that he found the article, which put the city in a bad light,
upsetting. He stated that the City Council needed to work together and he noted that no one on the City
Council knew about the article before it was published. He also noted that there is a video about the
article on the web which is different from the article. He stated that Autumn Creek has had forty plus
homes built this year and if the mayor wanted to show Yorkville she should have showed Autumn Creek.
Instead the photo op shows the mayor in front of a house built three years ago in Grande Reserve which
has never been lived in. He stated he watched the video and disagrees with Administrator Olson's
comments. He felt that everything is in the presentation and he could have talked about good things in
Yorkville. He also commented on the resident interviewed for the article, John Rowoldt. He asked who
referred to him as a "typical" resident. He stated that if a person googled "zombie subdivision" Yorkville
comes up. He felt that something needs to be published that will put the city in a better light. He thanked
the City Council and Alderman Spears for doing a great job.
John Rowoldt, Grande Reserve subdivision, stated he was angry with the article and has even written the
editor several times. He noted that when the article came out, Alderman Spears sent an email blast to
everyone. He stated that he spoke with her about two weeks ago and explained his conversation with the
reporter from Crane's. She asked if she could notify the community about their conversation and told him
she would send the email to him first for his approval. He stated that he never received the draft so he
entailed her a reminder but she did not respond. He wished that Alderman Spears had emailed people
about their conversation. Mr. Rowoldt encouraged people to contact the reporter who wrote the article
because the reported felt it was a positive article. He also stated he was upset because of what people in
his neighborhood thought of him.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Police Reports for September 2010 (PS 2010 -22)
Mayor Pro Tem Plocher entertained a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. So moved by
Alderman Werderich; seconded by Alderman Sutcliff.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -7 Nays -0
Werderich -aye, Plocher -aye, Spears -aye, Sutcliff -aye, Gilson -aye, Teeling -aye, Golinski -aye
' PLAN COMMISSION /ZONING BOARD OF APPEAL
Director Barksdale -Noble reported that the next Plan Commission meeting was scheduled for November
10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Yorkville Library.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
A motion was made by Alderman Sutcliff to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of
September 14, 2010; seconded by Alderman Werderich.
Motion approved unanimously by a viva voce vote.
BILLS FOR APPROVAL
A motion was made by Alderman Sutcliff to approve the paying of the bills listed on the Detailed Board
Report dated November 2, 2010, totaling the following amounts: checks in the amount of $724,887.21
(vendors); 239,436.00 (payroll period ending 10/23/10); for a total of $964,323.21; seconded by
Alderman Golinski.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes -7 Nays -0
Plocher -aye, Spears -aye, Sutcliff -aye, Gilson -aye, Teeling -aye, Golinski -aye, Werderich -aye
REPORTS
MAYOR'S REPORT
No report.
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CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Fire Suppression
(CC 2010 -87)
Alderman Spears reported that education about sprinkler systems started in 2005. On October 29, 2010
the Bristol - Kendall Fire District conducted a sprinkler system seminar. She gave a report on the
demonstration held at Hoover Forest Preserve; the building set on fire without sprinklers was destroyed
while the one with the system survived with just water damage.
Discussion of Crain's Article
(CC 2010 -88)
Administrator Olson stated that Mayor Burd asked that this be placed on the agenda.
Alderman Spears verified that she spoke with Mr. Rowoldt who expressed how upset he was. She stated
she received twelve emails from Grande Reserve residents who were upset about the article. She tried to
call the reporter however he never returned her call. She stated that she did not go forward with another
email blast because she never got to speak with the reporter. Alderman Spears stated that she felt she
should keep residents informed and not paint a pretty picture. She would not sugar coat things but tell it
as it is. She stated she was trying to have transparent government. She was unsure if Mayor Burd had any
additional information so she wasn't sure if further action was necessary.
Alderman Teeling stated that she spoke with the reporter. He verified that the city did not contact him to
do the article; he was just writing on the decline of the area.
Administrator Olson stated that the reporter's questions were positive as were the answers. Neither he
nor the mayor used the term "zombie" subdivision. Also, the reporter contacted him about doing the
article and he asked Mrs. Spies to sit in on the interview.
Alderman Werderich noted that the article put Yorkville in a negative light. He stated that staff is trying
to correct it and that it was an important reminder to watch how things are spun.
Alderman Plocher noted that everyone keeps bringing the article up for discussion over and over and this
is not a good thing. He suggested the bad press be ignored. Alderman Sutcliff agreed and suggested that
facts, not opinions are shared with residents. She wanted to move past the article.
Alderman Gilson reminded the City Council that Mayor Burd put this item on the agenda; she brought it
up again. He stated he spoke with Mr. Rowoldt who explained that the reporter twisted his words and
took things out of context. He felt the point was to be careful when agreeing to an interview.
Alderman Teeling stated that Mayor Burd put this back on the agenda because Alderman Spears didn't
have documentation and wanted to discuss the matter further. Alderman Spears stated that there was an
email sent on October 29, 2010 from Administrator Olson and the last statement in the email indicates
Mayor Burd placed this on the agenda. Administrator Olson stated it was placed back before the Council
because it was thought that Alderman Spears wanted more discussion.
Alderman Plocher asked if the City Council agreed there should be no further discussion. It was the
consensus to put the item to rest.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
No report.
CITY CLERK'S REPORT
No report.
CITY TREASURER'S REPORT
No report.
CITY ADMINISTATOR'S REPORT
No report.
DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION'S REPORT
No report.
FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
No report.
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CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT
City Engineer Wywrot reported that Game Farm Road would be patched November 11 while school is
out and that on November 12'' Kennedy Road would be patched. Pulte will also be doing patching in
Bristol Bay.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS REPORT
Director Dhuse reported that leaf pickup was underway.
CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT
No report.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR REPORT
No report.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICER'S REPORT
Interim Director of Park and Recreation Olson reported that Holiday Under the Stars would be held next
Friday. Two attractions have been added this year; Polar Express using a trolley and the Kris Kringle
market with venders and crafters. The Chile Chase 5K event will be held the following Sunday and there
is a reduced cost for advance registration.
COMMUNITY & LIAISON REPORT
Yorkville Bristol Sanitary District
Alderman Gilson reported that he attended the Yorkville Bristol Sanitary District on November 8, 2010
where they discussed expansion, the Fox River study, the disposal of bio- solids, power surges, the city's
collection of user fees, etc. They will be sending the City Council a letter about an Intergovernmental
Agreement and the payment of fees collected in a timely manner. He stated that he has a copy of the
agreement if anyone wanted to see it.
Public Hearing
Alderman Gilson also noted that on November 10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the library there will be a public
hearing on off track betting.
Cable Consortium
Alderman Spears gave a report on the Fox Valley Cable Consortium meeting (see attached).
Park Board
Alderman Teeling reported she attended the Park Board meeting. Even though there was no quorum, the
Illinois Paddlers gave a presentation on namin the Riverfront Park after an important paddler, Marge
Klein. Also, a check for $800.00 was presented to Chief Hart which will be used for safety training for
the police department and Bristol - Kendall Fire District. Alderman Golinski asked if the paddlers would
be giving the City Council a presentation. Alderman Teeling stated that she asked them to do so.
Haunted Old Jail
Alderman Sutcliff reported that the haunted jail was a huge success; grossing $6500.00. She thanked the
mayor and the volunteers who worked on the event. Alderman Gilson asked if the funds were going to
the old jail and Alderman Sutcliff stated they will be used for the insuran payment for the building.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Alderman Spears asked for a copy of Administrator Olson's tax levy presentation.
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ADJOUkNUEN'I'
>Uyor Pro Tem Plocher entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. So moved by Alderman Golinski;
seconded by Alderman Gilson.
Adjournment of the meeting was unanimously approved by a viva voce vote.
Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:
Jacquelyn Milschewski,
City Clerk City of Yorkville, Illinois
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United City of Yorkville
Tax Levy Public Hearing
November 9, 2010
Public Hearing - It's Required
Property Tax Extension Limitation
Law (PTELL) and the Truth in
Taxation Act
The City is seeking your input
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We don't get what we ask for
Amount requested in 2009 - $3,276,306
Amount received - $3,179,069
$0.54976 per $100 EAV tax rate (actual)
Amount requested in 2010 - $3
What we think we'll get - $3 324 964
$0.6006 per $100 EAV tax rate (estimated)
Does not include Library levy for building construction
debt service
We don't get what we ask for
We're hoping to get about $146,000 more than what we got last
year
The City is requesting the increased levy amount because:
- Health insurance and property insurance cost increase
expected
- Increased contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement
Fund (City employees' pension system)
- Increased contribution to Yorkville's police pension
system
- City's share of Route 47 expansion costs
- River Road bridge rehabilitation project costs
- Game Farm Road rehabilitation project costs
What does that mean for you?
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City Tax Bill Calculation
EAV on house of $78,333.33 or $250,000 in fair market value
Did your property's assessed value go down
6% this year?
2009 bill / paid in 2010 - $430.65
2010 bill / paid in 2011 - $440.44 (estimate)
Did your property's assessed value go down
10% this year?
2009 bill / paid in 2010 - $430.65
2010 bill / paid in 2011- $420.42 (estimate)
City Tax Bill Calculation
EAV on house of $78,333.33 or $250,000 in fair market value
Did your property's assessed value go up'
3% this year?
2009 bill / paid in 2010 - $430.65
2010 bill / paid in 2011 - $485.49 (estimate)
Did your property's assessed value stay the
same as last year?
2009 bill / paid in 2010 - $430.65
2010 bill / paid in 2011 - $470.47 (estimate)
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Kendall County Real Estate Tax Bill
How it affects the United City of Yorkville
Total Tax Bill - $6,700
City ofYorkv'jlle County, $531.02 Bristol Kendall FPD,
$405.02 $556.33
Forest Preserve,
Yorkville Library, $87.41
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Jr. College, $373.89
Yorkville Bristol SD,
Kendall Township,
Yorkville School .0
...
Kendall Road
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Increase in the tax rate?
Yes, but:
We are asking for the amount allowed under the tax
cap, which is what we do every year (except for one
in the past 10 years)
The amount of your City tax bill depends on your
share of the pie
If your neighbors' houses go down in value more
than yours, you will pay more
If your neighbors' houses go down in value less than
yours, you will pay much less
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Scenario 1 -
City needs $1,000 in property taxes
Mr. Condo,
EAV
Uncle
Pennybags Mrs. Family
$166,667 $66,666.67
Mr. Condo,
$125.00
Tax Bill
Uncle Mrs.
Pennybags, Family,
$625.00 $250.00
Scenario Z - Housing Crisis
Everyone loses 50 0 /b value on EAV
City still needs $1,000 to operate
Mr. Condo,
$16,667,
EAV
Uncle , Mrs. Famil
Pennybags, $33,333
$83,333
Mr. Condo,
' $125
ax Bill
Uncle
Pennybags, Mrs. Family,
$625 $250
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Scenario 3 - Mr. Condo loses 25 %, Mrs.
Family and Uncle Pennybags lose 50%
City still needs $1,000 to operate
Mr. Condo,
$25,000
AV
Uncle
Pennybags, Mrs. Family,
$83,333 $33,333
Mr. Condo,
$176.47
Tax Bill
Uncle
Pennybags, Mrs. Family,
$588.24 $235.29
Scenario 4 - Condo at 5% loss, Family at
7% loss, and Pennybags at 25% loss
City still needs $1,000
Mr. Condo,
$31,667
EAV
Uncle
Mrs. Family,
Pennybags,
$125,000 $62,000
Mr. Condo,
$144.82
Tax Bill
Uncle
Mrs. Family,
Pennybags, $283.54
$571.65
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Scenario 5 -Condo at 6 ° !0, Family and
Pennybags at 10 %, and Ms. Newperson F
moves in -City needs $1,375 to operate
Mr. Cando,
Newperson, � _ "'
EAV $75,000
Mrs. Family,
$60,000
Uncle
Pennybags,
$150,000
Ms. Mr. Condo,
Newperson, $
$326.D0 �)r, 136.20
Tax Bill
Mrs. Family,
� Uncle $ 260.80
- Pennybags,
$652.00
. Please note
` All figures are estimates
Official tax rates will not be known until
May
City Council is not voting on this tonight ._
There is still time for your input!
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FVTV LIAISON REPORT
Public Access Television
Monthly Report - October 2010
To date, there are 165 individuals that have completed Waubonsee s Public Access
Television producers program.
- Access users and staff scheduled (10) remote shoots, (19) edits, one
studio shoot, as well as three meetings, and four classes.
Completed four city council meetings for Yorkville and Plano.
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Shot and edited "Sandwich Church Move ".
Completed four TVP001 classes with five new users being certified.
Received 11 new bulletin board requests.
Aired 20 new programs or episodes.
Met with Access Directors from Aurora and Batavia and EDTV manager
- from Waubonsee on October 21 st.
- Put up new website "Fox Valley Videos" to archive videos from the area
- in partnership with Aurora and Batavia public access channels.
Goals for November, 2010
Shoot a new Fox Valley In Focus November 6th.
Shoot a new "Behind the Badge" with the Yorkville Police Department.
Hold a Producer's Meeting for FVTV access producers and guests.
Shoot Yorkville and Plano city council meetings (4 total).
Hold three TVP002 Intermediate Editing and DVD classes November 6,
13, and 20
• Hosted a Cub Scout tour on November 1 st
• Conduct Brownie tour on November 13 tH ,
• and , conduct a user tour on November 19
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