HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 2026 08-25-26MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS,
HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
651 PRAHUF POINTE DRIVE ON
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026
Mayor Purcell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
City Clerk Contrino called the roll.
Ward I
Koch
Present
Transier
Absent
Ward IT
Plocher
Present
Soling
Present
Ward III
Funkhouser
Present
Marek
Present (electronic attendance)
Ward IV
Corneils
Present
Hyett
Present (electronic attendance)
Staff in attendance at City Hall: City Administrator Olson, City Clerk Contrino, Deputy Chief
Mikolasek, Attorney Castaldo, Public Works Director Dhuse, Community Development Director
Barksdale -Noble, Finance Director Fredrickson, Parks and Recreation Director Evans, EEI Engineer
Sanderson, Assistant City Administrator Willrett, Economic Development Coordinator Gregory,
Economic Development Director Dubajic Kellogg, and Management Analyst Burner.
Members of the public were able to attend this meeting in person as well as being able to access the
meeting remotely via Zoom which allowed for video, audio, and telephonic participation.
A meeting notice was posted on the City's website on the agenda, minutes, and packets webpage with
instructions regarding remote meeting access and a link was included for the public to participate in the
meeting remotely:
htt s://us02web.zoom.us/j/84459545407? wd=Ym5SaROzCLTRrzWfiVOolKw2V1iiDtN.1.
The Zoom meeting ID was 844 5954 5407.
QUORUM
A quorum was established.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
None.
PRESENTATIONS
Introduction and Swearing -In of New Yorkville
Police Department Officer — Nicholas Godlewski
Deputy Chief Mikolasek introduced Nicholas Godlewski, the Yorkville Police Department's new Patrol
Officer. Mayor Purcell then swore in Godlewski. Patrol Officer Godlewski said he is excited to begin
working with the Yorkville Police Department and to make an impact in the community.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes of the Regular City Council — August 11, 2026
2. Bill Payments for Approval
$ 3,865,949.17 (vendors)
476,404.35 (payroll period ending 08/14/26)
$ 4,342,353.52 (total)
3. Resolution 2026-67 Approving a Bid to Complete Reconstruction of Faxon Road —authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute (PW 2026-66)
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council — August 25, 2026 — Page 2 of 4
4. Resolution 2026-68 Approving an Engineering Agreement with Engineering Enterprise, Inc.
(Faxon Road Reconstruction — Construction Engineering) -- authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute (PW 2026-67)
5. Resolution 2026-69 Approving Change Order Number Two Related to the Beecher Road
Reconstruction Project — authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (PW 2026-68)
6. Resolution 2026-70 Approving an Engineering Agreement with Engineering Enterprises, Inc.
(Water Audit and Non -Revenue Water Reduction Consultation) — authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute (PW 2026-69)
7. Resolution 2026-71 Authorizing the City's Share of Preliminary and Design Engineering
Costs for the Roadway Improvement of Game Farm Road and W. Somonauk Street — authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute (PW 2026-7 1)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda. So moved by Alderman Koch;
seconded by Alderman Soling.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Koch -aye, Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Comeils-aye,
Soling -aye, Marek-aye, Hyett-aye
REPORTS
MAYOR'S REPORT
Ordinance 2026-56 Authorizing the Second Amendment to the Annual
Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1, 2026
May 1, 2026 and Ending on April 30, 2027 (Census)
(CC 2026-50)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve an Ordinance Authorizing the Second Amendment to the
Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1, 2026 and Ending on April 30, 2027 (Census)
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Koch; seconded by
Alderman Funkhouser.
City Administrator Olson explained that the census employees have moved out of City Hall. They stated
that the next step usually takes 6 months, but they believe it may be closer to three months for the City to
receive the certified number. Finance Director Fredrickson stated that the City receives about $250 per
person. For example, if the City's population increased by 4,000 people, the City would receive an
additional $1,000,000 from the state.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Comeils-aye, Soling -aye,
Marck-aye, Hyett-aye, Koch -aye
Ordinance 2026-57
Amending Water Service Rates and Charges
(CC 2026-5 1)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending Water Service Rates and Charges
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Soling; seconded by
Alderman Comeils.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Funkhouser-aye, Corneils-aye, Soling -aye, Marek-aye,
Hyett-aye, Koch -aye, Plocher-aye
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
Ordinance 2026-58
Route 47 Water Main Relocation --
Waterpark Way to Jericho Road
(PW 2026-70)
a. Authorizing the First Amendment to the
Annual Budget of the United City of Yorkville,
for the Year Commencing on May 1, 2026
and Ending on April 30, 2027
Alderman Soling made a motion to approve an Ordinance Authorizing the First Amendment to the
Annual Budget of the United City of Yorkville, for the Fiscal Year Commencing on May 1, 2026 and
Ending on April 30, 2027 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman
Plocher.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council — August 25, 2026 — Pa2e 3 of 4
City Administrator Olson explained that this expense is for relocating the water main due to the Route 47
expansion. He noted that while IDOT covers the cost, the City oversees construction and inspection, so
the City bears those costs.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Comeils-aye, Soling -aye, Marek-aye, Hyett-aye,
Koch -aye, Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye
Resolution 2026-72 b. Approving an Engineering Agreement with Engineering
Enterprises, Inc. (Route 47 Water Main Relocation —
Waterpark Way to Jericho Road
Alderman Soling made a motion to approve a Resolution Approving an Engineering Agreement with
Engineering Enterprises, Inc. (Route 47 Water Main Relocation — Waterpark Way to Jericho Road) and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Plocher.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Soling -aye, Marek-aye, Hyett-aye, Koch -aye,
Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Corneils-aye
Resolution 2026-73
Approving Change Order Number Four Relating
to the 2025 Water Main Replacement
(PW 2026-72)
Alderman Soling entertained a motion to approve a Resolution Approving Change Order Number Four
Relating to the 2025 Water Main Replacement and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute;
seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Marek-aye, Hyett-aye, Koch -aye, Plocher-aye,
Funkhouser-aye, Comeils-aye, Soling -aye
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.
PARK BOARD
Playground & Event Updates
Parks and Recreation Director Evans reported that the Sunflower Park playground is being removed this
week, and after Hometown Days, staff will begin installing the new playground.
Parks and Recreation Director Evans also shared that the Yorkville Hometown Days Festival kicks off on
Thursday, September 3rd, and runs through Sunday, September 6th. He stated that you can find times for
each activity and music lineups on the City's website or the Parks and Recreation Facebook page. Mayor
Purcell asked for an estimate of how many people usually attend this event and whether staff has
encountered any safety issues or concerns. Parks and Recreation Director Evans stated that attendance is
between 15k and 17k over the entire event. He shared that, over the years, they have encountered only
very minor issues and that the police department does a great job with safety and presence at the event.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Ordinance 2026-59
Granting a Rear Yard Setback Variance for Property
Located at 103 Strawberry Lane, Yorkville, Illinois
(PZC 2026-06 & EDC 2026-43)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve an Ordinance Granting a Rear Yard Setback Variance for
Property Located at 103 Strawberry Lane, Yorkville, Illinois and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute. So moved by Alderman Corneils; seconded by Alderman Koch.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Hyett-aye, Koch -aye, Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye,
Comeils-aye, Soling -aye, Marek-aye
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council — August 25, 2026 — Page 4 of 4
Ordinance 2026-60 Amending Title 10, Chapter 4 of the Yorkville City
Code (Solar Farm Decommissioning Bonds)
(PZC 2026-08 & EDC 2026-45)
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to approve an Ordinance Amending Title 10, Chapter 4 of the
Yorkville City Code (Solar Farm Decommissioning Bonds) and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute. So moved by Alderman Plocher; seconded by Alderman Soling.
Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0
Koch -aye, Plocher-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Corneils-aye,
Soling -aye, Marek-aye, Hyett-aye
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
No report.
CITY CLERK'S REPORT
City Clerk Contrino shared an election update and provided that the City's election page has been updated
with the pre -filing and general information notices. She reported that petition circulation started today,
August 25"'. Then reported that the first day to file petitions with the City is at 8:00 a.m. Monday,
November 16"', and the last day to file is Monday, November 23'. She then noted that on the last day of
filing, the City is open until 5:00 p.m.
COMMUNITY & LIAISON REPORT
Alderman Soling reported that the Yorkville Bristol Sanitary District's remodeling of its Administration
building will begin this fall. He shared that the other expansions are almost complete. He reported that
they found a sinkhole on Boombah Drive and are working on the repair.
STAFF REPORT
No report.
MAYOR'S REPORT_ cont'd
Public Works and Parks Department
Facility Update
Mayor Purcell reported that move -in is anticipated in September, with an open house to follow in
October. Public Works Director Dhuse shared that they are now wrapping up punch list items. Parks and
Recreation Director Evans said the building is amazing and recommended that everyone check it out
when they can.
Lake Michigan Water
Project Update
(CC 2025-09)
Mayor Purcell reported that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has signed off on the City's
Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan. They expect to close within 30 days.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
None.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Purcell entertained a motion to adjourn the City Council meeting. So moved by Alderman
Plocher; seconded by Alderman Soling.
Motion unanimously approved by a viva vote vote.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:Duh_A)AIL-1001
entnino,
Ci Clerk, City of Yorkville, Illinois