McHenry Times

City of Crystal Lake City Council met June 7.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

Call to Order

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

Roll Call

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

Deputy City Manager Eric Helm, Director of Public Works and Engineering Mike Magnuson, Director of Community Development Kathryn Cowlin, 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 David Pardys was also present.

Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Haleblian introduced the Grivas family, who has two daughters currently serving in the military and several family members who have served, to lead the City Council and members of the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. He also thanked Donna McAnally, Director of the Blue Star Banner Program, for her efforts.

Approval of Minutes

Councilwoman Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the May 17, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting. Councilman Philpot 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 $1,928,624.73. Councilwoman Montford seconded the motion. On roll call, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

Public Presentation

Mayor Haleblian asked if there was anyone in the public who wished to make a public presentation regarding an item not on the agenda. No one wished to speak.

Mayor's Report

Mayor Haleblian recognized Rylee Lydon, a student at Prairie Ridge, who recently won the State Championship for the high jump, third place in the long jump, and seventh place in the 400 meters.

Mayor Haleblian also recognized Brent Kampert who recently competed in the Missouri State Special Olympics, finished first in the 200 meters, first in the 400 meters, and second placed in the shot put.

In addition, Mayor Haleblian mentioned that Country Donuts was recognized as the 25th Best Donut Shops in the U.S. by Yelp.

City Council Reports

None.

Consent Agenda

Councilwoman Brady moved to approve a Consent Agenda, including Items 9a, 9b, 9c, 9d and adding Items 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22. Councilwoman Ferguson seconded the motion.

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. Adopted a Resolution authorizing signs to be placed recognizing Crystal Lake South High School's Shane Moran as the 2022 IHSA Class 2A, 182 pounds, State Wrestling Champion.

9b. Received bond sale information regarding three series of General Obligation Bonds to be issued by the City of Crystal Lake (Information Only).

9c. Took no action regarding the County Zoning Request at 6302 Edgewood Road. 9d. Took no action regarding the County Zoning Request at 4622 Dean Street.

10. Approved the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce Home and Business Expo Special Event Request, to be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, with set-up on Friday, September 30, 2022 at the Three Oaks Recreation Area, subject to the recommended conditions.

11. Approved the Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) recommendation and adopted an Ordinance granting a Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 99-unit multifamily residential development; and authorized the Mayor to execute a development agreement in relation to the 99-unit multifamily residential development at 95 E. Crystal Lake Avenue.

15. Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Crystal Lake Watershed Stormwater Management Facilities Non-Residential Maintenance Plan, Grant of Easement, and Funding Agreement for 8900 Route 14, McHenry County College.

16. Adopted an Ordinance amending Chapter 268 and Chapter 329 of the City Code, regarding Video Gaming allowing new restaurants, the ability to apply for a video gaming license after holding a liquor license for six months when occupying a location that previously had a video gaming licensed restaurant use.

17. Adopted an Ordinance Further Authorizing the Use of Bond Proceeds.

18. Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Trotter and Associates, Inc. for the North Shore Drive Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station (Lift 14) Design and Construction Engineering Consultant Services in the amount of $74,974.00, approve warranted changes for up to 10 percent of the agreement cost, and to approve warranted completion date extensions.

19. Awarded the bid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant 2 UV Disinfection Improvements to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Keno and Sons Construction, Inc. and adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with Keno and Sons Construction, Inc. in the amount of $739,200.00 with a 10% contingency for unforeseen expenses and to approve warranted completion date extensions.

20. Adopted an Ordinance waiving competitive bidding and authorizing the Mayor to execute a 90-day contract retroactively to May 1, 2022 with Alexander Chemical Corporation for the purchase of chlorine gas at $1. 213 per pound ($182 per 15 0 pound cylinder) and Carus, LLC for the purchase of ortho and poly phosphates at $0. 78/pound ($8.89 per gallon).

21. Adopted the Amended Salary Ordinance for the 2022123 Fiscal Year.

22. Adopted a Resolution supporting traffic control improvements at the intersection of Dvorak Drive and Walkup Road.

Council Inquiries and Requests

Councilwoman Ferguson asked staff if equipment and portable restrooms for the Route 176 and Main Street construction project can be relocated. She said it is blocking site lines. Mike Magnuson, Public Works and Engineering Director said yes, and City staff would contact the contractor tomorrow morning.

Mayor Haleblian asked how the project is going so far. Mr. Magnuson said construction is going well and the Police Department is helping with detour enforcement and cut through traffic. He said signal timing along the detour is also being looked at to help with traffic.

Adjourn

There being no further business, Councilwoman Brady moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:13 p.m. Councilman Philpot seconded the motion. On voice vote, all present voted yes. Motion passed.

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