McHenry Times

City of Crystal Lake City Council met March 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 Ellen Brady, Brett Hopkins, Cameron Hubbard, Mandy Montford and Ian Philpot were present. Councilmember Cathy Ferguson was 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 Councilmember Ferguson Telephonic Attendance

Councilman Philpot moved to approve Councilmember Ferguson's telephonic attendance of the City Council Meeting. Councilman Hopkins 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 February 16, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting. Councilman Hubbard 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 $2,444, 786.62. Councilman Hopkins 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 addressed concerns regarding an individual released from prison who has moved to McHenry County, directly across from Crystal Lake, on Briarwood Road. He said City must follow all laws in regards to this issue.

Acting Mayor Haleblian said he has spoken with the Police Department, and the Department is being proactive to make sure everyone remains safe.

City Council Reports

Councilman Philpot encouraged people who are unable to socially distance to please wear a mask.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda including Items 9a and 9b, and adding Item 10. Councilman Hopkins 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 Half Marathon to be held on September 5, 2021, pursuant to the recommended conditions listed in the agenda supplement.

9b. Adopted an Ordinance approving the 2021 Crystal Lake Zoning Map, as presented

10. Awarded the 2021 Sidewalk, Curb and Pedestrian Ramp (ADA) Construction Program bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Chadwick Contracting, and adopted a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Chadwick Contracting for $429,480.00, execute change orders for up to 10 percent of the contract amount, and approve necessary date change orders relating to the contract.

Council Inquiries and Requests

None.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilwoman Brady moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:06 p.m. Councilman Hopkins seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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