9:00 a.m. – McHenry County Board—
Meeting in the County Board Room, County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock.
Proclamations --The Board is being requested to approve a proclamation recognizing Kevin Charles for Public Service with the McHenry County Division of Transportation and United States Army Corps of Engineers, having served in Afghanistan from June 16, 2009 through May 17, 2011 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom building projects.
Also a Proclamation is being presented proclaiming Monday, September 26 as Family Day—A Day to Eat Dinner With Your Children.
Recognizing the Sheriff’s Office --for winning Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge for 2010-2011. The Department took First Place in Sheriff’s Office agency for the 101-250 class. An award was also awarded Rookie of the Year (First year entrants of all classes).
Drug Court Presentation -- A special presentation is slated to be provided for the Board members and public on the Drug Court Program.
Artwork Presentation--Another presentation is the artwork of local artists which is being presented for display in the County Government Center.
Appointments—Seven L. Finzel, is being appointed o the McHenry County Public Building Commission for term to expire September 1, 2016.
Proclamations --The Board is being requested to approve a proclamation recognizing Kevin Charles for Public Service with the McHenry County Division of Transportation and United States Army Corps of Engineers, having served in Afghanistan from June 16, 2009 through May 17, 2011 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom building projects.
Also a Proclamation is being presented proclaiming Monday, September 26 as Family Day—A Day to Eat Dinner With Your Children.
Recognizing the Sheriff’s Office --for winning Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge for 2010-2011. The Department took First Place in Sheriff’s Office agency for the 101-250 class. An award was also awarded Rookie of the Year (First year entrants of all classes).
Drug Court Presentation -- A special presentation is slated to be provided for the Board members and public on the Drug Court Program.
Artwork Presentation--Another presentation is the artwork of local artists which is being presented for display in the County Government Center.
Appointments—Seven L. Finzel, is being appointed o the McHenry County Public Building Commission for term to expire September 1, 2016.
Standing Committee Chairman Updates
Reports from Committee Chairs, if necessary.
Routine Consent Agenda—
Receipt of statutory reports to be placed on file.
Improved Security --Approval is requested for $16,000 expenditure from the Sheriff’s Department budget for installation of improved security at one of the back entrances to the Government Center where employees enter the building. Generally they enter without security screening and the installation of a security turnstile will improve the security at the Government Center. The reason for this is that the entrance is not staffed and there is a potential for unauthorized individuals to enter the building.
Solid Waste Inspection Grant --The County is being awarded a state grant of $41,622.80 from the Illinois Environment Protection Agency. The funding will assist in supporting the McHenry County Department of Health’s solid waste inspection effort
Workforce Network Grants --Seven items regarding the County Workforce Network are being presented for approval, including acceptance of modification to grants and providing for added funding.
Waterproofing Treasurer’s Building--Several contracts are being presented to the Board for approval regarding the waterproofing of the Treasurer’s Office Building, a former bank building located on the southeast corner of Russell Court and North Seminary Avenue, (Route 47). The total amount for this, including removal and installation of vacuum tube stations and removal and reinstallation of the ATM machine, as well as necessary landscaping for a total cost of $102,462.
Traffic Count Services --The Board is being asked to approve an engineering services agreement for traffic counts in the amount of $49,118.64.
Improved Security --Approval is requested for $16,000 expenditure from the Sheriff’s Department budget for installation of improved security at one of the back entrances to the Government Center where employees enter the building. Generally they enter without security screening and the installation of a security turnstile will improve the security at the Government Center. The reason for this is that the entrance is not staffed and there is a potential for unauthorized individuals to enter the building.
Solid Waste Inspection Grant --The County is being awarded a state grant of $41,622.80 from the Illinois Environment Protection Agency. The funding will assist in supporting the McHenry County Department of Health’s solid waste inspection effort
Workforce Network Grants --Seven items regarding the County Workforce Network are being presented for approval, including acceptance of modification to grants and providing for added funding.
Waterproofing Treasurer’s Building--Several contracts are being presented to the Board for approval regarding the waterproofing of the Treasurer’s Office Building, a former bank building located on the southeast corner of Russell Court and North Seminary Avenue, (Route 47). The total amount for this, including removal and installation of vacuum tube stations and removal and reinstallation of the ATM machine, as well as necessary landscaping for a total cost of $102,462.
Traffic Count Services --The Board is being asked to approve an engineering services agreement for traffic counts in the amount of $49,118.64.
Lawrence Road Bridge Project—
The Board is being requested to approve a right-of-way negotiation services agreement for the Lawrence Road Bridge Project. The bridge is being replaced since the existing structure is deficient. The cost is not expected to exceed $20,000 for the necessary appraisal and negotiation services.
Highway Adoptions—St. Mary’s Mens Club of Woodstock is requesting approval to be included in the Adopt-A-Highway Program. They plan to keep Alden Road from Nelson Road to St. Patrick Road clean of trash discarded by uncaring motorists.
Highway Adoptions—St. Mary’s Mens Club of Woodstock is requesting approval to be included in the Adopt-A-Highway Program. They plan to keep Alden Road from Nelson Road to St. Patrick Road clean of trash discarded by uncaring motorists.
7:00 p.m. – Planning and Public Relations Committees of Crystal Lake Library Board –
Meeting in the Library Director’s Office of the Crystal Lake Library.
7:30 p.m. –Crystal Lake City Council ,
7:30 p.m. –Crystal Lake City Council ,
Meeting in the Council Chambers, 100 West Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake
Chamber of Commerce Week --The first piece of business is a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week. The Chamber has requested that Mayor Shepley proclaim September 12 through September 16 a Chamber of Commerce Week.
Temporary Liquor License Request—from Knights of Columbus will be considered.
County Zoning Request for 4605 N. Oak Street—The property is located in the unincorporated area of Crystal Lake. The owners, Andrew Myers and Jennifer Kaminski, are requesting a conditional use permit for this five-acre parcel under the County Zoning Ordinance. The intent is for the operation of a landscaping and snow-plowing business which involves the storage of commercial equipment and vehicles outdoors. They also desire to maintain their existing driveway width of 16 feet instead of meeting the County’s requirement of 24 feet.
The property is not located within in the Crystal Lake Watershed and commercial enterprise is located to the south of the property as well as farther northwest along Hillside Road. The Council is requested to provide a majority vote.
Chamber of Commerce Week --The first piece of business is a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week. The Chamber has requested that Mayor Shepley proclaim September 12 through September 16 a Chamber of Commerce Week.
Temporary Liquor License Request—from Knights of Columbus will be considered.
County Zoning Request for 4605 N. Oak Street—The property is located in the unincorporated area of Crystal Lake. The owners, Andrew Myers and Jennifer Kaminski, are requesting a conditional use permit for this five-acre parcel under the County Zoning Ordinance. The intent is for the operation of a landscaping and snow-plowing business which involves the storage of commercial equipment and vehicles outdoors. They also desire to maintain their existing driveway width of 16 feet instead of meeting the County’s requirement of 24 feet.
The property is not located within in the Crystal Lake Watershed and commercial enterprise is located to the south of the property as well as farther northwest along Hillside Road. The Council is requested to provide a majority vote.
Rakow Road Construction –The road construction is taking a toll on Rakow Road businesses that rely on access to this road. The project is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2012, a year from now. Businesses along this Road are seeking assistance in maintaining their business.
A number of possible helps in the way of temporary signage for the duration of the project to direct motorists on how to gain access to the Crossroads shopping center. Other ideas are to use of banners of various sizes within a limited size and number; use of a limited number of off-property signs; use of tents for special events or savings promotions. All would require working with City staff to obtain necessary permits (no fees) and to obtain the best location for the desired objectives.
Coordination with the County is also underway and a County Highway Department staff member is to be present at the Council meeting to answer questions.
Turtle Wax, 161 Liberty Road—Some changes are taking place at Turtle Wax, such as changes to the site plan, elevation and signage. A request is being made to allow some remodeling of the existing car wash which was granted a Special Use Permit in 1997.
Plans for remodeling are designed to provide more services as well as change some of the exterior signage. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the requests with a few revisions. The final approval is up to the City Council
Signature Auto Group—1095 Pingree Road is requesting a land use variation to allow an auto showroom within a Manufacturing zoning district.
The petitioner told the Zoning Board of Appeals when appearing before that group, that sales of the vehicle were over the telephone. So there would be very little on-site traffic.
A number of possible helps in the way of temporary signage for the duration of the project to direct motorists on how to gain access to the Crossroads shopping center. Other ideas are to use of banners of various sizes within a limited size and number; use of a limited number of off-property signs; use of tents for special events or savings promotions. All would require working with City staff to obtain necessary permits (no fees) and to obtain the best location for the desired objectives.
Coordination with the County is also underway and a County Highway Department staff member is to be present at the Council meeting to answer questions.
Turtle Wax, 161 Liberty Road—Some changes are taking place at Turtle Wax, such as changes to the site plan, elevation and signage. A request is being made to allow some remodeling of the existing car wash which was granted a Special Use Permit in 1997.
Plans for remodeling are designed to provide more services as well as change some of the exterior signage. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the requests with a few revisions. The final approval is up to the City Council
Signature Auto Group—1095 Pingree Road is requesting a land use variation to allow an auto showroom within a Manufacturing zoning district.
The petitioner told the Zoning Board of Appeals when appearing before that group, that sales of the vehicle were over the telephone. So there would be very little on-site traffic.
The Council is requested to approve the request with the added stipulation that the point of sale for all sales for this business is to be noted as Crystal Lake. This adds to the sales tax revenue.
Ahmed-935 Hawthorne Drive—The petitioner is seeking the location of an above ground pool to be located in a corner side setback as close as 15 feet from the property line along Colony Drive, which is not allowed under the requirements of the UDO.
The pool and additional fence panels are already installed without a permit.
Concerns were expressed by the Planning and Zoning Commission, with the opinion that the hardship had been created by the petitioner. Therefore there was no finding for granting a variation and the Commission voted 7-1 to recommend denial of the request.
A super majority vote (5 votes) is required to overturn the Commission’s recommendation for denial.
Sanitary Sewer Joint Grouting Services—This sounds like a routine maintenance item. However, it actually is a project designed to eliminate documented sources of heavy inflow and infiltration (I&I) to the City’s wastewater treatment plants during heavy rain events. By grouting critical sections of sewer, the volume of I&I within the sanitary sewer system will be reduced. This ultimately reduces the operating costs and restores capacity to the collections system and wastewater plant. The calculated cost is $29,184 for the desired area, Pine Street and Virginia Street for a total of 1,426 feet.
A favorable bid of $48 per joint was received and may allow for other than the two areas listed to be grouted at the same unit price.
The pool and additional fence panels are already installed without a permit.
Concerns were expressed by the Planning and Zoning Commission, with the opinion that the hardship had been created by the petitioner. Therefore there was no finding for granting a variation and the Commission voted 7-1 to recommend denial of the request.
A super majority vote (5 votes) is required to overturn the Commission’s recommendation for denial.
Sanitary Sewer Joint Grouting Services—This sounds like a routine maintenance item. However, it actually is a project designed to eliminate documented sources of heavy inflow and infiltration (I&I) to the City’s wastewater treatment plants during heavy rain events. By grouting critical sections of sewer, the volume of I&I within the sanitary sewer system will be reduced. This ultimately reduces the operating costs and restores capacity to the collections system and wastewater plant. The calculated cost is $29,184 for the desired area, Pine Street and Virginia Street for a total of 1,426 feet.
A favorable bid of $48 per joint was received and may allow for other than the two areas listed to be grouted at the same unit price.
Silica Sand Bid—This is used for sand filters for the rehabilitation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 3. These filters are used to remove any small particulate matter that may have passed through the secondary clarifiers. The current filters have been in place since 1994 and have treated over 4.3 billion gallons of wastewater.
Now the sand is at the end of its useful life and is no longer efficient. Replacing the sand filter is expected to allow for operation of the facility for another 15 to 20 years. It is expected t require 2,500 bags of sand to complete the replacement.
Now the sand is at the end of its useful life and is no longer efficient. Replacing the sand filter is expected to allow for operation of the facility for another 15 to 20 years. It is expected t require 2,500 bags of sand to complete the replacement.
Curbside Refuse, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection—A contract with MDC Environmental was originally approved in 2003 and extended in December2007 and now is being extended to April 30, 2015, as allowed under the original contract.
The City has been considering a leaf pick-up program. Currently City staff conducts the pick-up of bagged leaves throughout the City. It was decided to outsource the service. Only one bidder, Waste Management, submitted a bid ranging in prices from $50,700 for Fall 2011 to $56.212 for Fall 2014.
The City has been considering a leaf pick-up program. Currently City staff conducts the pick-up of bagged leaves throughout the City. It was decided to outsource the service. Only one bidder, Waste Management, submitted a bid ranging in prices from $50,700 for Fall 2011 to $56.212 for Fall 2014.
Waste Management did not submit a leaf collection bid. Instead the company submitted a proposal to incorporate the leaf pick-up program into the City’s existing contract at no increase in price for a three-year extension of its contract. The price increase for the overall “bundle” of services for the three-year extension would be the same as the existing contract.
Currently through April 2015 the rate increases 4% per year for regular service and 3% per year for senior citizens. During the extension years the rate would also increase the same as listed above.
This provides for stable pricing and favorable rates. MDC agreed not to incorporate fuel surcharge provisions in the contract. This shields residents from rising fuel and wage costs common to the waste collection industry.
City Staff is requesting approval of the proposed contract by the Council
Alexander Commuter Parking Lot—An area formerly known as Ice Railway spur track. An agreement was entered into in 1988 authorizing Metra to construct a commuter parking lot on property owned by the City and now referred to as the Alexander commuter parking lot. The City agreed to operate and maintain the parking lot as a commuter facility. That agreement has expired and a renewal agreement is being presented to the Council for approval.
Crystal Lake Centennial—The City will celebrate its centennial anniversary of incorporation in 2014. Plans have begun for developing parameters for the creation of a Centennial Committee. This group would be responsible for planning and recommending events in the City to celebrate the City’s first 100 years.
The City Council is being requested to approve a resolution creating a centennial Committee to plan and recommend events for a Centennial Celebration. It is planned that this committee would meet on the Fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to plan the overall structure, fundraising ideas and efforts, and event/celebration ideas. This committee would expire on the completion of the final Centennial event.
Championship Signs—The Council is being requested to authorize that a sign be placed in the City right-of-way recognizing Crystal Lake Central High School students Joey Kielbasa, Trevor Jauch, Gage Harrah, and Austin Marsden for placing first in the 2011 IHSA State Wrestling Tournament and Prairie Ridge High School student Jenny Covers for winning the 2011 IHSA All-Around Gymnastics title.
Three Oaks Recreation Area Contract Amendment No. 12—
Currently through April 2015 the rate increases 4% per year for regular service and 3% per year for senior citizens. During the extension years the rate would also increase the same as listed above.
This provides for stable pricing and favorable rates. MDC agreed not to incorporate fuel surcharge provisions in the contract. This shields residents from rising fuel and wage costs common to the waste collection industry.
City Staff is requesting approval of the proposed contract by the Council
Alexander Commuter Parking Lot—An area formerly known as Ice Railway spur track. An agreement was entered into in 1988 authorizing Metra to construct a commuter parking lot on property owned by the City and now referred to as the Alexander commuter parking lot. The City agreed to operate and maintain the parking lot as a commuter facility. That agreement has expired and a renewal agreement is being presented to the Council for approval.
Crystal Lake Centennial—The City will celebrate its centennial anniversary of incorporation in 2014. Plans have begun for developing parameters for the creation of a Centennial Committee. This group would be responsible for planning and recommending events in the City to celebrate the City’s first 100 years.
The City Council is being requested to approve a resolution creating a centennial Committee to plan and recommend events for a Centennial Celebration. It is planned that this committee would meet on the Fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to plan the overall structure, fundraising ideas and efforts, and event/celebration ideas. This committee would expire on the completion of the final Centennial event.
Championship Signs—The Council is being requested to authorize that a sign be placed in the City right-of-way recognizing Crystal Lake Central High School students Joey Kielbasa, Trevor Jauch, Gage Harrah, and Austin Marsden for placing first in the 2011 IHSA State Wrestling Tournament and Prairie Ridge High School student Jenny Covers for winning the 2011 IHSA All-Around Gymnastics title.
Three Oaks Recreation Area Contract Amendment No. 12—
During the summer construction of Three Oaks Recreation Area (TORA) has been completed with an added $41,275 for a contract amendment. This also included some credits for damage caused by one of the contractors and the use of a different product for seeding.
7:00 p.m. –Crystal Lake Library Board—A joint meeting of Planning and Public Relations Committees of the Crystal Lake Library Board of Trustees will be meeting in the Library Director’s Office of the Library.
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