McHenry Times

City of Crystal Lake City Council Met Feb. 2.

Here is the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order

Acting Mayor Haleblian called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Acting Mayor Haig Haleblian, Councilmembers Brett Hopkins, Cameron Hubbard, Mandy Montford and Ian Philpot were present. Councilmembers Ellen Brady and Cathy Ferguson were present via teleconference. City Clerk Nick Kachiroubas was present.

Also present were City Manager Gary Mayerhofer, Deputy City Manager Eric Helm, Director of Public Works and Engineering Mike Magnuson, Director of Community Development Michelle Rentzsch, Finance Director Jodie Hartman, Fire Rescue Chief Paul DeRaedt, and Chief of Police James Black. City Attorney John Cowlin was also present. Special Legal Counsel Victor Filippini was present via teleconference.

Approval of Councilmembers Brady and Ferguson Telephonic Attendance

Councilman Hopkins moved to approve Councilmember Brady's and Councilmember Ferguson's telephonic attendance of the City Council Meeting. Councilman Hubbard seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Pledge of Allegiance

Acting Mayor Haleblian led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of Minutes

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the January 19, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Accounts Payable

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the Accounts Payable in the amount of$2,027,376.27. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Public Presentation

Acting Mayor Haleblian asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak on matters of general public interest or concern not included in the regular agenda, advising they would be given an opportunity to speak when the agenda item was considered.

No one wished to speak. Acting Mayor Haleblian closed the Public Presentation portion of the meeting.

Acting Mayor's Report

Acting Mayor Haleblian honored Councilman Dawson who passed away just over one year ago. He said his passion for his family and the community was unparalleled, and that Councilman Dawson always tried to do what he felt was best for the community.

Acting Mayor Haleblian said Councilman Dawson was a mentor and a friend to the City Council and City Staff. He said his favorite memories of Councilman Dawson was when he was sharing the history ofCrystal Lake. He said everyone wishes Linda Dawson, Councilman Dawson's wife, and the Dawson family peace, and that he is deeply missed.

Acting Mayor Haleblian finished his comments regarding Councilman Dawson with a quote, "It is not about how long you have lived your life, but about how you lived it."

Acting Mayor Haleblian said he has attended several meetings, together with other area mayors, with the McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) and stated everyone is anxious to receive the vaccine. He said that after the meetings, he felt the County is doing what it can, but is limited by other factors.

Acting Mayor Haleblian said the Phase IA vaccinations are almost complete, and Phase lB is underway. A greater number of individuals in Phase IB will be able to be vaccinated in the next few weeks. He encouraged people to register with the MCDH on their website. A link is also on the City's site.

City Council Reports

Councilman Philpot reminded people to please wear masks if social distance cannot be maintained.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda including items 9a, and adding items 10, 11, 12 and 13. Councilwoman Ferguson seconded the motion.

Acting Mayor Haleblian asked if anyone wished to speak on the Consent Agenda. No one wished to speak. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

9a. Approved the Special Event request for the 2021 Bob Blazier Run for the Arts pursuant to the recommended conditions listed below and a waiver of the Police Officer assistance fees ($1,638).

10. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendation and adopted an Ordinance granting the Special Use Permit (SUP) for the Natural Therapy massage establishment at 110 W. Woodstock Street.

11. Approved the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendation and adopted an Ordinance granting the variation for impervious surface coverage for the Crystal Lake Public Library at 126 W. Paddock Street.

12. Awarded the proposal for SCADA System Management to the most responsive, responsible proposer, Advanced Automation and Controls, Inc., of McHenry, Rlinois, for SCADA System Management of the City's SCADA systems and adopted a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Advanced Automation and Controls, Inc., for three years and up to two additional one-year terms in the proposed hourly rates and authorize services and repairs for a not-to-exceed annual amount of$80,000.

13. Adopted a Resolution Allocating Hotel/Motel Tax Funding.

Council Inquiries and Requests

None.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilman Hopkins moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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