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City Council Minutes 2011 12-13-11 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,DECEMBER 13,2011 Mayor Golinski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL City Clerk Warren called the roll. Ward I Gilson Present Colosimo Present Ward II Milschewski Present Kot Present Ward III Munns Absent Funkhouser Present Ward IV Spears Present Teeling Present(arrived at 7:02) Also present: City Clerk Warren, City Treasurer Powell, City Attorney Orr, City Administrator Olson, Deputy Chief of Police Hilt, Finance Director Fredrickson, EEI Engineer Freeman, Director of Park and Recreation Schraw QUORUM A quorum was established. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA None. PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC HEARINGS Grande Reserve Amended Annexation Agreement and Planned United Development Agreement (PC 2011-11) Mayor Golinski opened the public hearing. The public hearing was continued to the next City Council meeting December 27, 2011. CITIZEN COMMENTS Jesus Alaniz, Colonial Parkway, addressed the City Council (see attached). Lynn Dubajic,YEDC, discussed the Kennedy Road bike trails and the possibility of creating a not for profit organization to raise the funds needed to finish the 3 mile bike path on Kennedy Road. Amy Cesich,Raintree Village, discussed the Rec Center's lease agreement that she is not in favor of, and the e-mail from Alderman Gilson. She asks the Council to have the mind set of keeping the Rec Center. Walt Stegner,Wildwood II, is not in favor of leasing the Rec Center. He would like to privatize the Rec Center. He encourages the Council to vote against it. He suggested the rec program could use the Schools. Fred DuSell,River Edge, stated the City of Yorkville should not be competing with private enterprise in regards to the Rec Center, for that is inappropriate. Dane Lane, Heartland, discussed the Rec Center's programs for children. Rec programs bring citizens into communities. Some residents cannot afford a private facility. Give our town a viable Rec Center. Jesus Alaniz, Colonial Parkway, addressed the City Council for a second time(see attached). CONSENT AGENDA 1. Bills for Approval -$1,892,801.73 (CC 2011-130) 2. Rush-Copley Phase I—Letter of Credit Reduction—authorize reduction to Old Second Bank letter Of credit#2897 in an amount not to exceed$149,804.42, subject to verification that the developer has no outstanding debt owed to the City.for this project(PW 2011-60) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Gilson. The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13, 2011 —Page 2 of 7 Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Colosimo-aye, Milschewski-aye, Spears-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Gilson-aye, Teeling-aye, Kot-aye MINUTES FOR APPROVAL Minutes of the City Council—November 22,2011 (CC 2011-131) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the minutes of the regular City Council for November 22, 2011 as presented. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. Alderman Gilson page 4, 2nd paragraph, should state pensions are sufficiently funded compared to other surrounding cities. Alderman Milschewski page 3 questioned the word incidental. Alderman Funkhouser page 3, his comments to the City's Insurance Renewals added.Page 3, 5th section, should say they come down and focus on the City's bottom line. Page 3, should state building costs. Page 4, 4th full paragraph, 4th line from the bottom, instead of saying $400,000 it should be for$100,000. Amendments approved unanimously by a viva voce vote REPORTS MAYOR'S REPORT Ordinance 2011-79 for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2012 and Ending April 30,2013 for the United City of Yorkville (ADM 2011-56) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance for the Levy and assessment of taxes for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2012 and ending April 30, 2013 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Teeling. City Attorney Orr explained the reason for the re-vote. She stated upon further review it is the majority of Aldermen and Mayor then holding office. Her initial interpretation were all those present and voting. By state statute it is all elected including the Mayor. The Council would need a vote of five which is a majority of all in office. Alderman Spears wanted this ordinance amended to reduce it further. She doesn't believe the City should ask for the maximum but feels this should be voted on if amended and passed. If the Council amends it more, she would be forced to vote.-Alderman Gilson agrees with Alderman Spears to reduce the levy further. He suggests making the tax levy the same as last years. If that happens, he will vote yes, otherwise he is against it. Alderman Colosimo agrees the Council has to pass the tax levy today, yet doesn't want to pass it at the same rate as last year.Properties have come onto the tax rolls. If the City taxes at the same rate as last year the City is actually reducing taxes, which it can't afford to do. To take something proportional would be fine. Alderman Teeling said the City needs to ask for this amount. Mayor Golinski stated the City's tax rate is going down about 30% and the City does have a negative fund balance. Mayor Golinski stated$200 is real money and the City can't control what other taxing bodies do. The Council must do what is best for Yorkville. Alderman Kot believes reducing the tax rate by 30% is a great example to set.The pension issues must be addressed now. He can support what Alderman Colosimo is saying if the Council can come up with a number. Alderman Funkhouser stated the City has made a cut from what the max cap is. It is a step in the right direction. Alderman Gilson is not against funding the police pension. The City needs to spend money on necessities. Alderman Spears stated some of the Council members arc considering cutting fees to attract new development coming into Yorkville. She believes that is the wrong message to be sending to its current residents. City Attorney Orr stated Alderman Spears's motion is to reduce what is before the city Council by another approximate $50,000. City Administrator Olson stated the motion would be for$3.5 million flat. City Attorney Orr stated that the second motion to be made to reduce the total Levy to $3.5 million. Second motion made by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Colosimo. Mayor Golinski stated roll call on the amendment. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-5 Nays-3 Kot-aye, Colosimo-aye, Spears-aye, Milschewski-aye, Gilson-nay,Teeling-nay,Funkhouser-nay, Mayor Golinski-aye City Attorney Orr stated the amendment passes. Mayor Golinski stated now the City Council will vote on the main motion as amended. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-6 Nays-1 Milschewski-aye, Gilson-nay, Teeling-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Kot-aye, Colosimo-aye, Spears-aye, The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13,2011 —Page 3 of 7 Ordinance 2011-80 Providing for the Submission to the Electors of the United City of Yorkville,Kendall County,the Public Question Whether the City Should Have the Authority under the Illinois Power Agency Act and Public Act 96-176 to Arrange for the Supply of Electricity for its Residential and Small Commercial Retail Customers Who Have Not Opted Out of Such Program (ADM 2011-49) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to reconsider an ordinance providing for the submission to the electors of the United city of Yorkville, Kendall County,the public question whether the city should have the authority under the Illinois Power Agency Act and Public Act 96— 176 to arrange for the supply of electricity for its residential and small commercial retail customers who have not opted out of such program. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Gilson. Alderman Colosimo explained why he moved on this ordinance. . He was one of two people who voted no the last time. He does not believe it is right for one or two Council members to have the authority to override the remainder of the Council who voted in favor of it.It is the will of the people. He is going to vote no. City Attorney Orr stated two votes are needed; one on the motion to reconsider and then a regular vote. Alderman Milschewski asked if the referendum costs the City. City Administrator Olson stated there is no cost to put it on the ballot. Mayor Golinski asked for a roll call vote on a motion to reconsider the ordinance. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Colosimo-aye, Spears-aye, Milschewski-aye Gilson-aye, Teeling-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Kot-aye Mayor Golinski stated so we will reconsider that ordinance. Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance providing for the submission to the electors of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, the public question whether the city should have the authority under the Illinois Power Agency Act and Public Act 96— 176 to arrange for the supply of electricity for its residential and small commercial retail customers who have not opted out of such program and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Kot. Alderman Colosimo is still going to vote no for this. Alderman Funkhouser agrees with Alderman Colosimo. Alderman Gilson believes this is a good thing and citizens can opt out if they choose to do so. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-5 Nays-2 Gilson-aye, Teeling-aye, Funkhouser-nay, Kot-aye, Colosimo-nay, Spears-aye, Milschewski-aye City Attorney Orr stated the vote is fine and it does pass. Ordinance 2011-81 for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1,2012 and Ending April 30,2013 for Special Service Area Number 2004-201 (Fox Hill) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2012 and Ending April 30, 2013 for Special Service Area Number 2004-201 (Fox Hill)and authorize the Mayor and city clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Colosimo. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Teeling-aye, Gilson-aye, Kot-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye,Milschewski-aye Ordinance 2011-82 for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2012 and Ending April 30,2013 for Special Service Area Number 2006-119 (Sunflower Estates) (CC 2011-133) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance for the Amended Levy and Assessment of Taxes for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2012 and Ending April 30, 2013 for Special Service Area Number 2006-119 (Sunflower Estates) and authorize the Mayor and city clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Spears. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Gilson-aye,Kot-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13,2011 —Page 4 of 7 Kendall County Request for Waiver of Sewer Hook-up Fees (EDC 2011-48) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a sewer connection fee waiver for the Kendall County Highway Department maintenance building located at 6780 Route 47. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. Mayor Golinski stated EDC's meeting was canceled so it came straight to Council. Alderman Colosimo is voting no. Yorkville got a double taxation upon residents of this municipality, Oswego, and Plano for their 911 services.Now they don't want to pay the $2000 hookup fee for the City for their building. He hopes relations can improve in the future. Alderman Gilson agrees with Alderman Colosimo. Alderman Funkhouser does not want to establish a new policy of reducing our,fees. Mayor Golinski stated this is purely a policy decision. Yorkville will possibly need their help down the road. Alderman Spears stated whether it is county or Yorkville money, collectively it is the taxpayers money. The Council is ruining any kind of future relationship. She is voting in favor of this. Mayor Golinski stated it is all tax money. They are being forced by the EPA. He is in favor of this. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-4 Nays-3 Kot-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-nay, Funkhouser-nay, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-nay City Attorney Orr stated that since this is a resolution and not an ordinance that it does pass. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT No report. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT No report. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT No report. ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT Residential Solid Waste Franchise Agreement (PW 2011-39) A motion was made by Alderman Spears to approve the form of the RFP to be used for soliciting proposals from waste haulers for the City's solid waste refuse collection program from May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2017; seconded by Alderman Gilson. City Administrator Olson requested to table this item for two weeks to talk to other municipalities in the area. Alderman Colosimo made a motion to move to table the residential solid waste franchise agreement RFP until the next city Council meeting; Seconded by Alderman Gilson. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-aye, Kot-aye Ordinance 2011-83 Abating Special Service Area Taxes for Special Service Area Number 2005-108 (Autumn Creek Project) and Approving the Amended Special Tax Role (ADM 2011-67) A motion was made by Alderman Spears to approve an ordinance abating special service area taxes for special service area number 2005— 108 Autumn Creek project and approving the amendment special tax row and authorize the Mayor and city clerk to execute; seconded by Alderman Gilson. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-aye, Kot-aye PARK BOARD Resolution Approving a Revised Vendors in the Park Policy (CC 2011-134) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a resolution approving a revised vendors in the park policy and authorize the Mayor and city clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Teeling; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13,2011 —Page 5 of 7 Alderman Gilson asked about fees. Director of Park and Recreation Schraw stated this policy has been completely revised from the 1998 copy that was in the packet. That fee was $200 and this is a different fee schedule. She stated it was $200 so the new fees are more per the request of the Park Board, and listed some revisions. The new fee schedule lists out more specifics. The previous agreement was very vague. Alderman Gilson asked what the Whitewater revision was and she stated that the vendors cannot vend on the concrete walkway for they need to be kept open. Alderman Gilson asked if there could be a potential loss of vendors. She did not think that was an issue. Alderman Colosimo stated it is a significant jump whether in category A or category B for the Park permit. If the City's concern is the three standing businesses at Riverfront Park then is there a way to structure this where maybe it is a higher permit fee for Riverfront Park. Other parks where there is no standing business do not necessarily have to increased permits across the board, do they?Director of Park and Recreation Schraw said that is an option. Alderman Funkhouser discussed town Square Park. He assumes it was not listed for it did not meet the 5 acre requirement.This is a specialty Park the City has allowed vending services into. Should the City change tolerances and reduce the 5 acres so this can be done in other parks. Director of Park and Recreation Schraw stated it can be changed so it specifies parks,but should not be open to every Park. Motion failed by a roll call vote. Ayes-3 Nays-4 Colosimo-nay, Funkhouser-nay,Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-nay, Kot-aye, Spears-nay Resolution Approving a Revised Park Rental and Use Policy (CC 2011-135) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a resolution approving a revised park rental and use property and authorize the Mayor and city clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Colosimo. Alderman Spears received several phone calls about renting our Parks for Yorkville Youth baseball. Mayor Golinski stated in house pays $5 per game and travel teams pay$19 per game. There is a fee to hold tournaments and rent that to outside organizations. Alderman Spears asked who selects where each team gets to play. City Administrator Olson gave a history of the Yorkville Youth Baseball services. Yorkville does have priority. The City has tried to stick each team with the same field and the same timeslot throughout the season. Baseball agreements have worked very well the last few years. Director of Park and Recreation Schraw recommended tabling this issue. Alderman Colosimo made a motion to table this issue back to the Park Board; seconded by Alderman Gilson. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-aye, Kot-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye PLAN COMMISSION No report. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS No report. CITY COUNCIL REPORT REC Center Lease Renewal (CC 2011-136) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to renew the rec center lease agreement. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. Alderman Gilson stated his e-mail was factual. This lease is not favorable and will lead to continued deficit. He will vote no. Alderman Kot, Teeling, Milschewski, Colosimo, and Funkhouser all feel that the rec program is needed,but are not in favor of this lease. The City has 18 months to figure out how to handle the recreation services. Alderman Spears stated she was the leading opponent of leasing the rec center back in 2007. She opposed it for the terms of the lease were ridiculous. She recommends the City cancels the road study and gets the hundred thousand dollars from that. Mayor Golinski stated the Council is only voting on the lease.It sounds like it will be shot down, and so the City will continue to operate the facility until June of 2013. The Council will be debating this over the next several months out in the open. Residents will have ample opportunity to comment. Motion failed by a roll call vote. Ayes-0 Nays-7 Spears-nay, Milschewski-nay, Gilson-nay, Teeling-nay, Funkhouser-nay, Kot-nay, Colosimo-nay The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13,2011 —Page 6 of 7 CITY CLERK'S REPORT No report. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT No report. COMMUNITY& LIAISON REPORT YBSD Alderman Gilson attended the YBSD meeting December 12 at 5:30 PM. A presentation was given about the removal of the B1ackBerry Creek and Dam. Removal of the restoration components of the dam and design of the bridge was discussed. For the removal the City needs a sponsorship agreement, a project plan,the IDOT bridge project, and a permit,land rights, construction,operation, and maintenance. The YBSD received a letter that if the dam is not removed then the YBSD would have to bring aspects of the dam into compliance. Anything above and beyond standard construction,the City would pay the cost and the construction time.Phase 1 is I DNR and City forces, 2 I DOT contractors, 3 and 4 there will be I DNR contractor. Players involved are Yorkville,the YBSD, the IEPA,the Army Corps of Engineers,and the IDNR. The YBSD would give the rights to the City of Yorkville to operate and maintain the area as well as restore. All permit applications would go in under the City. The City would maintain flood insurance eligibility. The City has sites in mind for potential disposal of sediment. In November 2011, evaluate the removal and stabilization measures, December complete agreement permits and drop structures, January 2012 sign agreement,February starts construction for phase 1, April completes phase 1, May IDOT approval for phase 2, June phase 2 bid letting, bridge construction installs bypass,dropped structure during bridge replacement, and August begin construction. Contract is to end June of 2013. Approval of agreement of Dam will be on the YBSD January agenda. If construction begins before March 19 they can continue construction regardless of these nationwide 27 permits. That is the dam removal information. They approved the minutes,accepted all their goods and services utilities, approved several motions, and set a five-minute public comment maximum at that meeting. There were other general issues. Library Board Alderman Colosimo stated the library board wanted to relay their thanks to the city that assisted them in putting up their decorations for the Christmas holidays. School Board Report Alderman Funkhouser had a school board report from November 28 and December 12. Principles presented school improvement plans, which had different approaches yet the goals are similar. The district is upgrading its student management system. This is an approximate cost of$73 per student. Water Main Breaks Mayor Golinski stated on December 6, 2011 the School district had two water main breaks in the morning, which were repaired before lunch. There was no loss of service. Dr. Wakeley,the school's superintendent, sent a letter that was read by Mayor Golinski(see attached). STAFF REPORT No report. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Birthdays Alderman Spears wanted to thank George Gilson,Jr. for sitting through the City Council meeting and wish him a happy birthday. The Mayor wished Alderman Milschewski a happy birthday. Point of Order Question Mr. DuSell had a question on a point of order in regards to the school district issues being discussed at a City Council meeting. He believes it is a conflict. Alderman Colosimo stated that the Council is not taking any action on it, so he does not believe it is a violation. Mr. DuSell stated it is not on the agenda and it is two different taxing bodies. City Administrator Olson stated the Council is reporting on other governmental entities doings. The City Council assigns liaisons to go to meetings and they report back. That is standard practice. Mr. DuSell disagrees. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to go into Executive Session for the purpose of: 1. For collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. 2. For litigation, when an action against, affecting, or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent, in which case the basis for the finding shall be recorded and entered into the minutes of the closed meeting. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—December 13,2011 —Page 7 of 7 Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-7 Nays-0 Spears-aye, Milschewski-aye, Colosimo-aye, Kot-aye, Teeling-aye, Gilson-aye,Funkhouser-aye The City Council entered Executive Session at 9:04 p.m. The City Council returned to regular session at 9:24 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. Adjournment of the meeting was unanimously approved by a viva voce vote. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Minutes submitted by: && vnllt� Beth Warren, City Clerk, City of Yorkville, Illinois REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CP PLEASE PRINT NAME: SUBDIVISION OR BUSINESS: v✓ fie---CD a 5c,/j l Y L-P-5 tEDGGE IWA Alp c�r�L I l - if ,J-e� SIGNIN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Public Comment PLEASE PRINT NAME: SUBDIVISION OR BUSINESS: zf (2"r C,( i I , SIGNIN C t T l 2 r_n1 CO ru rat E�tTS �f R�c�►vE� �ieow� �R, JESuS �rLRfyIZ Yorkville City Council Meeting Recreatiom-&enter-,W_ . December 13, 2011 Your Honor, Members of this Honorable Council, Appointed Officers, My Fellow Citizens and Member's of the Press. The questions of an Official Language and the question of which Faith Our Nation was founded upon has come into question. I present to you the following: "With equal pleasure I have as often taken notice that Providence has been pleased to give this one connected country to one united people—a people descended from the same ancestors, speaking the same language, professing the same religion, attached to the same principles of government, very similar in their manners and customs, and who, by their joint counsels, arms, and efforts, fighting side by side throughout a long and bloody war, have nobly established general liberty and independence." - Federalist Papers No. 2 - John Jay In that spirit, I say unto all of you. "And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests." When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." To all of those present here, I have been reminded of three things this year, I am only a man, I am human and that as an imperfect child of God, I am mortal. 1 There have been times that I have been harsh with, rough on those who differ than me and have at times I have yielded my tongue as a two edged sword. That, is my imperfect nature as a man, but in heart, I say unto all of you during these tough times, in a time of uncertainty and a in a time where hope seems to be dwindling and especially to those whom I may have hurt, Merry Christmas and may the Love, Peace, Blessings and Prosperity from My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be upon all of you this Season and in the ensuing year. C rr kz>a l Co m ae4Ts *a Rf--eel Veb I�Zc PA Yorkville City Council Meeting Recreation Center December 13, 2011 Good evening Your Honor and Members of this Honorable Council. This evening we discuss the issue of a Recreational Center at the cost of taxpayer expense. I have stated very clearly what my position is on expenditures. While I understand and can appreciate the value of this center, I at this time cannot support it. Over the past decade, Se6iadis & have attempted to invoke shame and vu"� embarrassment upon our government leaders for such projects. "Why and who deny those in need of companionship a place to work out and socialize?" But all too often, we forget to ask the second half of the question. "Just what is the purpose of our existence? Whom do we work for and why should anyone bother to work at all anymore?" Your Honor, Member of this Honorable Council, I call your attention to the following taxes: Accounts Receivable Tax Building Permit Tax CDL license Tax Cigarette Tax Corporate Income Tax Dog License Tax Excise Taxes Federal Income Tax Federal Unemployment Tax Fishing License Tax Food License Tax Fuel Permit Tax Gasoline Tax, consisting of two Gasoline Taxes and One Gasoline Sales Tax in ILL Gross Receipts Tax Hunting License Tax Inheritance Tax Inventory Tax 1 Liquor Tax Luxury Taxes Marriage License Tax Medicare Tax Personal Property Tax Property Tax Real Estate Tax Service Charge Tax Social Security Tax Road Usage Tax Sales Tax Recreational Vehicle Tax School Tax State Income Tax State Unemployment Tax Telephone Federal Excise Tax Telephone Federal Universal Service Fee Tax Telephone Federal, State and Local Surcharge Taxes Telephone Minimum Usage Surcharge Tax Telephone Recurring and Non-recurring Charges Tax Telephone State and Local Tax Telephone Usage Charge Tax Utility Taxes Vehicle License Registration Tax Vehicle Sales Tax Watercraft Registration Tax Well Permit Tax Workers Compensation Tax Your Honor, Members of this Honorable Council, upon finishing the work of the Constitution, Benjamin Franklin was asked what kind of government had been left to us. Franklin replied "A Republic if you can keep it." Yes, a Republican form of government was left to us, one of small and self government where the government governs, not rules by the consent of the governed. But then came the second half of the question, "How will we know when we are losing our Liberty?" Franklin replied, "When the people find that they can vote themselves money, they will herald the end of the Republic." History then teaches us that 2 more and higher taxes then, are the only solution as the people vote their government further and further into debt. Your Honor, Members of this Honorable Council, Appointed Officers, my Fellow Citizens, and Members of the Press, the questions then before us are not whether or not the City should continue to fund the Recreation Center, but ones that have been laid down from Our Founding Fathers. Are we Endowed by Our Creator with Certain Inalienable or Inherent Rights for the pursuit of our own Happiness? Are we a Nation of Free Men or are we a Property of the State? Are we born free or are we born for the will and pleasure of others? Should we encourage our children and grandchildren to pursue education for a better life for themselves or for the purpose of others? If for others, than why educate and not pursue labor of which the government can immediately benefit? Your Honor, Members of this Honorable Council, understanding that I am one voice and one voice alone, I am willing to compromise. I propose that if possible, that the City with the Consent of the People, place this question on a Referendum for vote in next years election with a commitment from this Council that it will live and abide by the voice of the people in those votes. Thank You Your Honor, I yield the floor back to You and this Honorable Council. Jesus Alaniz YORKVILLE COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 115 YORKVI�LLE 602 CENTER PARKWAY, SUITE A YORKVILLE, ILLINOIS 60560-0579 1 1 S PHONE: (630) 553-4382 • FAX: (630) 553-4398 December 7, 2011 Dear Mayor Golinski &Yorkville City Council, On December 6, 2011, the School District experienced a water main break under the driveway at the Yorkville High School Academy. Mr. Dhuse and his staff at the Public Works Department responded immediately, and in working with Brian Debolt repaired the affected area of the pipe without impacting service to the surrounding schools or neighbors. I speak for the whole School District in offering our gratitude to Mr. Dhuse and the Yorkville Public Works Department for their assistance in taking care of this situation, which if not handled promptly, could have caused the closure of these schools. It is a great example of two governmental bodies working together for the betterment of all. Sincerely, /Dr. Scott E. Wakeley Superintendent of Sc is