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Village of Algonquin Committee of the Whole met March 8.

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

AGENDA ITEM 1: Roll Call to Establish a Quorum

Trustee Auger, Chairperson, called the Committee of the Whole meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

Present: Trustees Brian Dianis, Jerry Glogowski, Robert Smith, John Spella, Maggie Auger, Laura Brehmer, and President Debby Sosine. A quorum was established

Staff Members Present: Village Manager, Tim Schloneger; Assistant Village Manager, Michael Kumbera; Public Works Director, Bob Mitchard; Recreation Superintendent, Katie Gock; Recreation Supervisor, Stacey VanEnkevort; Community Development Director, Jason Shallcross; Community Development Deputy Director, Natalie Zine; Village Clerk, Fred Martin; and Village Attorney, Kelly Cahill.

AGENDA ITEM 2: Public Comment

Nancy Dombrowski spoke about the Algonquin Historical Commission and the historical past of Towne Park Dennis Olson spoke about the Lions Club facility in Towne Park

Bob Mitchard spoke about the Fox Valley Awards Luncheon and the Village receiving the Project of the Year Award for the Downtown Streetscape.

AGENDA ITEM 3: Community Development

A. Consider the Zoning Map Update

Jason Shallcross, in an annual housekeeping function the Village’s Zoning Map was updated. Mr. Shallcross also introduces Natalie Zine, as the new Community Development Deputy Director Trustee Brehmer pointed out the Village’s purchased property at 5615 Edgewood was not included in the updated map.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

AGENDA ITEM 4: General Administration

Mr. Schloneger

A. Consider Amending Chapter 33.08(18) Liquor Control and Liquor Licensing Fees- Waiving the Auxiliary License Fee for the 2022-2023 Liquor License Term

To encourage outdoor dining during the summer season it is recommended that the $500 Auxiliary Fee be waived for the 2022-2023 Liquor License term.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

B. Consider Amending Chapter 33.07(E) Liquor Control and Liquor Licensing- License Classifications… - Auxiliary License- Expanding the Serving Area

The last two summers we have allowed business’ to expand their serving area to include areas within the Village right of way. This was a very successful program and we feel this would be a good addition as a permanent option for our restaurants during the warmer months.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

C. Review Towne Park Schematic Design

Ms. Gock, introduced the Hitchcock Group, who presented their concept of Towne Park.

Trustee comments included the needed inclusion of Mineral Springs into the concept plan, the need for playground equipment, bike racks, basketball and ice-skating areas.

AGENDA ITEM 5: Public Works & Safety

Mr. Mitchard,

A. Consider a Resolution for 2022 MFT Expenditures

Staff estimates the MFT fund expenditures for 2022 Material and Maintenance items will be $2,071,850.00. To get this allocation from IDOT the Village must pass a Resolution allocating the amount of MFT funds. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

B. Consider an Agreement with Schroeder Asphalt for the 2022 Asphalt Patching Program Bids were opened on March 1, 2022 contracted service for asphalt patching of roads and bike path. There were 5 bidders on the program with Schroeder Asphalt Services out of Huntley, IL coming in the lowest at $178,450.00 This contract will involve patching and overlaying 2,000 square yards of failed trail in Yellowstone Park, Gaslight Park, Ganek Municipal Center and Wood Park, and 6,000 square yards of patching and overlaying of Eastgate Dr, Pioneer Rd. and Well 13 Driveway. It is Public Works recommendation to move this matter forward to the Village Board for approval of Schroeder Asphalt Services to perform asphalt patching for the bid price of $178,450.00.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

C. Consider an Agreement with Lake Shore Recycling Systems for the 2022 Street Sweeping Bids were opened March 1, 2022 for contracted street sweeping services. There was 1 bidder on the program which was Lakeshore Recycling Systems out of West Chicago coming in with a price of $147,862.96. Lakeshore Recycling was the contractor for our 2019-2021 contracted sweeping program. Working with this company proved very successful and we were extremely pleased with their work and customer service. They currently provide sweeping services to 60 municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area, and their references provided nothing but good feedback. There is also an option in this contract to renew services for an additional 2 years if both parties are satisfied with the arrangement.

It is Public Works recommendation to move this matter forward to the Village Board for approval of street sweeping services in the amount of $$147,862.96 to Lakeshore Recycling Systems for 2022 and further to authorize the Village Manager or his designee to sign an extension of this contract for an additional 2 years at the prices provided in the bid document.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Committee to move this item forward to the Village Board for approval.

AGENDA ITEM 6: Executive Session

None

AGENDA ITEM 7: Other Business

Trustee Glogowski mentioned the open house for our State Senator was well attended. President Sosine gave kudos to Public Works for their street cleaning of the recent snow.

AGENDA ITEM 8: Adjournment

There being no further business, Chairperson Auger adjourned the meeting at 8:54 p.m.

https://www.algonquin.org/egov/documents/1647467986_13691.pdf